Chris Evans shares personal insight on skin cancer battle as summer approaches

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Chris Evans has candidly discussed his recent skin cancer battle, revealing he now cherishes the "proud scar" left after having melanoma removed.

The 58-year-old radio veteran received the all-clear just eight weeks after being diagnosed last August, a testament to early detection.

Speaking on his Virgin Radio show during Skin Cancer Awareness Month, he said: "I'm now sporting a proud scar. I've got my scar on the back of my calf." He went on to express his gratitude for the life-saving mark: "I love my scar, because the scar led me to a sunnier tomorrow, and I'm still in that tomorrow today, and it's a wonderful place to be." READ MORE: The £12 a night seaside holiday park with a heated pool, crazy golf and hundreds of top reviews Evans didn't shy away from discussing the importance of vigilant skin care, especially after his experience: "My dermatologist, she says from now on I always have to wear skin protection if any of my skin is naked because I'm so susceptible." With the warmer months on the horizon, he talked about his new routine: "This is the first summer that I will have had skin cancer I don't have it anymore, thank God, and I am just covering up now.", reports the Mirror.

The broadcaster, originally from Warrington, is also preparing for a family getaway with suitable precautions: "We go on a holiday on Sunday, we're going to Portugal.