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Comedian Janey Godley inundated with support on birthday after Stage 3 cancer diagnosis
Twitter as she celebrates her 61st birthday today, three days after sharing that she'd been diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer.The performer, 61, recently underwent a hysterectomy, after which she relayed to her followers that doctors had informed her she has the disease.In view of her 245,600 followers, the star revealed how she's planning to celebrate her birthday.Sharing a smiling selfie, Janey wrote: "Today I am 61 years old - birthday cake will be eaten!"Following her post, the star's fans rushed to wish her a special day.Author Joanne Harris wrote: "Have a lovely birthday, Janey. x"Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis replaces partner Giovanni PerniceReverend Richard Coles commented: "Many happy returns Janey x"Gordon Charlton penned: "I just turned 60 and am currently blessed with two cancers that I'm fighting successfully."You're an inspiration.