Only Fools and Horses star Patrick Murray has shared a heartbreaking health update with fans.
The 66-year-old actor has been battling lung cancer, going through treatment in May 2022 before being given the all-clear.
However, he has since revealed that the cancer has returned and spread throughout his body.
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Taking to Twitter, he penned: “I have been trying to avoid this tweet for a while, but I owe it to my friends to keep you updated.
“Despite all the wonderful efforts by the medical and nursing teams at Medway, Guys, and Kings College hospitals, the lung cancer has returned.
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“I thought I had a painful groin strain a couple of months ago, unfortunately that turned out to be the cancer getting into my pelvis and leg bones. It has also entered my lymphatic system.
He continued: “What about the good news? I had radiology treatment last week and my oncologist is fairly confident this will stop the leg pain, and I will be up and about again.
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“I will also hopefully [be] able to get some shut-eye. Another positive is my consultant. He is confident that the chemo will keep things in check for months and even years
“His optimism comes not from kindness of which I know he has in spades, but advances in cancer medicine. The genetic molecular tests are super precise, and the choice of meds can be made with much more confidence.
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I am feeling positive with my good wife’s awesome support. Luv’n’Hugs.”
Patrick played the role of Mikey Pearce in Only Fools and Horses from 1983 to 2023.
Just a few weeks ago the star shared a picture with some old castmates and looked in high spirits.
Reacting to the Patrick’s news, wife of former Boycie star John Challis, Carol Challis, penned: “Not good news, old friend. Sending you a big hug and lots of love to you and your girls.”
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One fan wrote: “Sorry to hear this Patrick keep fighting the good fight we are all willing you on.”
Another added: “I am very sorry to hear this pal, but wow talk about optimism never lay down for this pig of a disease ever!!! Sending massive love.”
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