Emotional, inspiring., and glam; JACKIE BACKS FUNDRAISER.

PRESENTERS Jackie Bird and Shereen Nanjiani yesterday told why they are backing this year's Breast Cancer Care fashion show.

The broadcasters spoke of the personal experiences of the illness that made them agree to present the charity's sell-out fundraiser.

Shereen, 44, saw her mother diagnosed with the disease in January 1998, while Jackie, 44, had her own health scare.

Reporting Scotland anchor Jackie said she was fortunate to have attended last year's fashion show. She said: "I go to a lot of charity dinners but this was by far the most uplifting event I have ever attended. It was fun, emotional, inspiring and glam."

Jackie was working in Hong Kong on a documentary when she found a lump under her arm.

She got the all-clear on her return to Scotland but for 10 days she was terrified what doctors might find.

Shereen's mum Enid was also given the all-clear after treatment when the presenter pledged to support cancer fundraisers.

She said: "After my mum was diagnosed, I vowed to do whatever I could to help."

On Thursday, 16 models - 15 women and one man - will take part in two charity fashion shows at Glasgow's Radisson Hotel. All have been through breast cancer.

The show also raises money to fund the support Breast Cancer Care provides to people affected by the disease in Scotland.

Shereen hosts the evening show and Jackie the afternoon event.

THE Sunday Mail is backing this year's amazing Breast Cancer Care Fashion Show, which is sponsored by National Tyres and East Kilbride Shopping Centre. The inspirational event takes place at Glasgow's Radisson Hotel on Thursday. The show is now a complete sell-out but you can still make a donation to the charity by calling Breast Cancer Care on 0141 225 6654.

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