Celebrity News October 19, 2020
Jeff Bridges Reveals Battle with Lymphoma
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Actor Jeff Bridges, 70, is battling lymphoma, he revealed on Monday.
The Oscar winner shared the news on Twitter while referencing his “Big Lebowski” character “The Dude.”
“As the Dude would say.. New S**T has come to light. I have been diagnosed with Lymphoma. Although it is a serious disease, I feel fortunate that I have a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good. I'm starting treatment and will keep you posted on my recovery.”
As the Dude would say.. New S**T has come to light.
@TheJeffBridges
I have been diagnosed with Lymphoma. Although it is a serious disease, I feel fortunate that I have a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good.
I'm starting treatment and will keep you posted on my recovery.
He added, “I'm profoundly grateful for the love and support from my family and friends. Thank you for your prayers and well wishes. And, while I have you, please remember to go vote. Because we are all in this together.”
Bridges is the star and executive producer of “The Old Man,” which is set to premiere in 2021.
FX, Touchstone Television, Hulu, and FXP told The Hollywood Reporter in a joint statement, “Our thoughts go out to Jeff and his family during this challenging time and they have our love and support. We wish him a safe and full recovery. And, as Jeff always says, 'We are all in this together.' Jeff, we are all in this together with you.”
