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'Spartacus' star Andy Whitfield diagnosed with cancer
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Andy Whitfield, the star of "Spartacus: Blood and Sand" on Starz, has been diagnosed with cancer.Whitfield, 38, will begin treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma immediately. The cancer was discovered during a checkup and is in its early stages; because of that, his doctors say it's "very treatable."
"I'm receiving excellent care, and am feeling strong, positive and determined with an army of support behind me," Whitfield says in a statement.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Andy," Starz president and CEO Chris Albrecht says. "His health, of course, is our primary concern. He has our complete support during this difficult time."
Whitfield was about to begin production on the second season of "Spartacus"; the show will delay filming during his treatment.
The show's first season concludes on April 16.
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Horrible news!
Glad you caught it early when it is indeed very treatable (i have experience with this same exact thing and am okay now). Best Wishes, i'm sure you will be okay.
Have had cancer 9 years ago-caught early also-- fine now. prayers with you! love the show
We got your back andy, Im sure that you will be cured and will be back in my fav show as spartacus.. take good care and more power. God Bless
All the best Andy!! I have the same diagnosis. Doctors gave me 4 years to live!! That was over 12 years ago!!! Think Positive my friend!! Really Really Love the show man!!! You play the part of Sparticus superb!!
If you get a chance check out my music! I write and compose positive uplifting Rock. It will definitely lift your spirits to a positive level!! If I can prevail over the cancer I know you can!!! Mind over matter!! I also refused radiation,etc. and fought the disease primarily on my own! Had to change my way of thinking and do alot of soul searching! Not a bad thing> Made me a better person! I saw it as my wake up call!
You can beat this!! Your glass is half full my friend! GodBless!
Ooops heres the link to my music! www.myspace.com/thekeymembers
I call my band The Key. Hope you enjoy it.
Best wishes to you my friend you will be in my prayers
Get well soon I love your show takes good acting to make a man cry you have more then once. Thanks for the great TV
I have had non-Hodgkin's since 1996 and have never missed a days work or a round of golf. Been treated three times without chemo. If Mr. Whitfield wishes, I would be pleased to share the treatment particulars. You have my prayers and best wishes. You have a long and frutful life ahead.
Wilson Worley
I know God will bring you out, healed and better than you were before.