Dame Esther Rantzen 'optimistic' after being diagnosed with lung cancer
dailyrecord.co.ukDame Esther Rantzen has revealed she has lung cancer which has spread - but says she is "optimistic" about the diagnosis. The legendary presenter, who founded the charities The Silver Line and Childline, confirmed the news on Sunday.
The 82-year-old said in a statement: "In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread. "At the moment I am undergoing various tests, to assess the best treatment.
I have decided not to keep this secret any more because I find it difficult to skulk around various hospitals wearing an unconvincing disguise, and because I would rather you heard the facts from me."As reported by our sister title The Mirror, the 82-year-old added: "This diagnosis has prompted me to look back over the years, and I want to express my profound thanks to everyone who has made my life so joyful, filled with fun, and with inspiration."First and foremost my family.
My three children Miriam, Rebecca and Joshua have been the most wonderful support, company, and source of love and laughter and I am deeply grateful to them.
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