Laurence Boccolini, a prominent television host known for her work on the game show 'Le Maillon faible' on TF1, has recently shared that she has been diagnosed with a rare, non-operable tumor located in her ear.

The condition, referred to as an intra-tympanic paraganglioma, is described by the 61-year-old as extremely rare and situated in a sensitive area that, if disturbed, could potentially result in damage to her swallowing abilities, voice, or lead to paralysis of facial or shoulder muscles.

In an interview with a French publication, Boccolini elaborated on her experience, mentioning that the tumor leads to symptoms such as headaches and tinnitus, for which she has affectionately named 'Bobby'.

She expressed her frustrations with the situation, stating that the only available treatment to manage the tumor's growth is radiotherapy.

Notably, Boccolini reflected on the irony of her specific situation, remarking on her fondness for radio broadcasting and the challenges posed by her condition.

Additionally, Boccolini has announced the upcoming release of her autobiography, 'Showtime, souvenirs du chaos', set for publication on April 2. In this memoir, she addresses various painful moments from her personal and professional life, including the challenges of navigating her career in television.

She emphasized her desire to share her authentic experiences without adopting a victim mentality, acknowledging that some might perceive her candidness as ungrateful, yet she asserts her right to recount her journey.

This disclosure marks a significant moment for Boccolini as she navigates living with a condition that impacts her health while continuing her public career.