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Dolph Lundgren announces he’s cancer-free after doctor told him he only had a few years left to live

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Published 08:17 28 Nov 2024 GMT

Dolph Lundgren announces he’s cancer-free after doctor told him he only had a few years left to live

The 'Rocky IV' star has revealed the latest 'health update' after being diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2015

Poppy Bilderbeck

Poppy Bilderbeck

Featured Image Credit: Instagram/ @dolphlundgren

Topics: Cancer, Celebrity, Health, Instagram

Poppy Bilderbeck
Poppy Bilderbeck

Poppy Bilderbeck is a Senior Journalist at LADbible Group. She graduated from The University of Manchester in 2021 with a First in English Literature and Drama, where alongside her studies she was Editor-in-Chief of The Tab Manchester. Poppy is most comfortable when chatting about all things mental health, is proving a drama degree is far from useless by watching and reviewing as many TV shows and films as possible and is such a crisp fanatic the office has been forced to release them in batches.

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Dolph Lundgren has revealed there 'are no cancer cells' in his body anymore after being diagnosed with kidney cancer seven years ago.

The Rocky IV star - full name Hans 'Dolph' Lundgren - was diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2015 and given a terminal diagnosis, told by doctors at the time he only had 'two to three years to live'.

However, the actor has since opened up about the 'rough ride' and provided an encouraging update on his health.

The 67-year-old underwent surgery when doctors first discovered he had cancer and his prognosis seemingly improved.

However, in 2020, after experiencing acid reflux, the actor and filmmaker went for an MRI, which revealed there were 'a few more tumors' in his abdominal area.

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Lundgren's doctor told him to take a break from work and spend more time with family ,and the martial artist knew it was serious.

Lundgren said on In Depth with Graham Bensinger: "I think he said two to three years, but I could tell in his voice that he probably thought it was less. I thought it was it for sure."

However, in a post to Instagram shared yesterday (November 27), Lundgren has since revealed he is 'finally cancer-free'.

Dolph Lundgren in 'Rocky IV' (MGM/UA Entertainment Co.)
Dolph Lundgren in 'Rocky IV' (MGM/UA Entertainment Co.)

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In the video he says: "Here I am at UCLA, I’m about to go in and get rid of that last tumor. Since there are no cancer cells in my body anymore, I guess I’ll be cancer-free so I’m looking forward to this procedure.

"[...] It’s been a rough ride and really taught me how to live in the moment and enjoy every moment of life. I mean, it’s the only way to go. Alright, they're coming to get me, see you."

The caption adds: "Health update - finally cancer free with gratefulness and excitement for a bright future. Thanks for all your support always."

And it's not taken long for fans and friends of the actor to flood to the post in support.

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Lundgren says he's 'finally cancer-free' (Instagram/ @dolphlundgren)
Lundgren says he's 'finally cancer-free' (Instagram/ @dolphlundgren)

Fellow martial artist and actor Chuck Norris commented: "Wonderful news! So happy to hear this, Dolph. God bless."

"Hang tough brother," Frank Stallone added.

Scott Adkins, also a martial artist and actor, said: "Health & happiness to you and your family Dolph. I will never forget when we shot Castle Falls and you directed and starred whilst also dealing with this and you never made a fuss of it, never even mentioned it but got your head down and did the work regardless of all you were dealing. You are a true warrior my friend."

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If you’ve been affected by any of these issues and want to speak to someone in confidence, contact the American Cancer Society on 1-800-227-2345 or via their live chat feature, available 24/7 every day of the year.

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