Kylie sends cancer support message

Kylie Minogue has sent a message of support to cancer sufferers.

The Australian singer wrote a letter to hundreds of guests at a Cancer Research UK charity event in London, which was read out by her sister.

Dannii Minogue took to the stage during the ball, announcing, "I've got here a letter. It's a message from my sister."

She read, "I'm sorry I can't be with you this evening. Much as I would have loved to share this occasion with you all, my doctors have advised against this at this stage of my treatment.

"I'm currently a cancer patient. I aim to be a cancer survivor. This is only possible with the incredible work done by so many within the field; doctors, specialists, scientists and volunteers. I have been on a crash course of learning in the last few months and now have first-hand experience of how vital awareness, funding and support is.

"I send my solidarity to those whose lives have been affected by breast cancer and my thanks to those who are helping in each and every way. Enjoy your evening and hope to see you soon, love Kylie."