Sir John Hurt Diagnosed With Cancer

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Sad news today, as Sir John Hurt has revealed he’s been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. However, the actor said he remains optimistic and dedicated to his work.

He told the Press Association:

“I have always been open about the way in which I conduct my life and in that spirit I would like to make a statement.

I have recently been diagnosed with early stage pancreatic cancer. I am undergoing treatment and am more than optimistic about a satisfactory outcome, as indeed is the medical team.

I am continuing to focus on my professional commitments and will shortly be recording Jeffrey Bernard Is Unwell (one of life’s small ironies!) for BBC Radio 4.”

Hurt played the War Doctor in The Day of the Doctor, but was already well-loved and respected before that for his numerous roles in films like The Elephant Man, Alien, and V For Vendetta, and TV shows including Merlin, The Naked Civil Servant, and The Gruffalo, as well as his theater and audio work.

We all wish him the very best and hope for a fast recovery.

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