Janet Street-Porter, a prominent figure on the ITV show Loose Women, is temporarily stepping back from the program. The 78-year-old presenter is scheduled to undergo a knee replacement surgery, citing chronic pain as the driving factor behind her decision.
Health Update from Janet Street-Porter
During a recent episode aired on October 27, 2025, Street-Porter shared details of her upcoming surgery. “Tomorrow, I’m going for a knee replacement, my right knee,” she announced. Previously, she had undergone a similar procedure on her left knee and a hip replacement in October last year.
She expressed relief at the prospect of surgery, noting, “Honestly, I can’t wait.” Street-Porter has been a regular panelist on Loose Women since 2011, but will be absent for approximately three weeks as she recovers.
Challenges with Chronic Pain
Street-Porter has openly discussed her struggles with pain. She revealed, “I’ve been in a huge amount of pain,” and indicated that she recently sustained a neck injury. Her commitment to recovery includes extensive physiotherapy. “I want to say to anyone out there who is contemplating a knee replacement, stick to the exercises, do all that physio, and get up and move around as much as you can,” she advised.
Reflecting on her experiences, she recalled the past two weeks as particularly challenging. She remarked, “The last two weeks have been really chronic,” but assured viewers, “I’ll be back soon.” Street-Porter emphasized her readiness to manage post-surgery discomfort, stating her willingness to use painkillers and sleeping pills during recovery.
Previous Health Struggles
This upcoming knee surgery follows Street-Porter’s previous struggles with her hip. Last year, she described a time when she could “barely walk” due to pain and expressed her initial reluctance to undergo surgery. “I was absolutely at rock bottom. It was the year of horror,” she reflected on her difficult journey toward better health.
- Knee Replacement Surgery: Scheduled for October 28, 2025
- Previous Surgeries: Left knee replaced 8-9 years ago, left hip replaced in October 2024
- Duration of Absence: Approximately three weeks
- Health Challenges: Chronic pain and recent neck injury
Loose Women airs weekdays at 12:30 PM on ITV1 and ITVX, and fans eagerly await Street-Porter’s return following her recovery.
