Select Language

World Cancer Day: 10 celebrities who fought cancer and won

Here on the occasion of World Cancer Day, we list out some famous celebrities across various fields who fought cancer and came out on top to inspire others.

Written by Ajay Pal Singh | Updated : February 4, 2021 5:19 PM IST

1/11

Cancer-2

Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally behind cardiovascular disease. Over 1,300 Indians die every day due to cancer, according to the National Cancer Registry Programme of the India Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Cancer is a disease where abnormal cells divide without control and are able to attack other tissues. It can target almost any part of your body and according to an estimate by World Health Organisation (WHO), death rates due to cancer are expected to grow over 13,1 million by 2030. This life-threatening disease can make you physically as well as psychologically weak. There are still some cases where it is still not curable while, today, many people are not only surviving this horrendous disease, but they are also back into their respective fields after winning the battle against cancer. There are many celebrities also, who were diagnosed with cancer and they put up a strong fight against the disease and came out victorious and became an inspiration to those who are suffering from cancer. Here on the occasion of World Cancer Day, we list out some famous celebrities across various fields who fought cancer and came out on top to inspire others.

2/11

Yuvi1

Yuvraj Singh: A vital part of the 2011 Cricket World Cup triumph, Yuvraj Singh was diagnosed with cancer back in 2012. The international star was suffering from a malignant tumour known as seminoma that was located between his lung and his heart. For the treatment, Yuvraj had to spend over two months in the US and London to recover. The southpaw kept his fans updated via regular social media updates about his health. Also, he wrote a book along with a foundation; ‘You We Can’ that helps in spreading awareness about symptoms and treatments of cancer. Also Read - Zombie Drug In India: Delivery boy seen standing motionless for 2 hours in Chandigarh, Punjab, leaves netizens puzzled - Watch Viral Video

3/11

Lance-Armstrong

Lance Armstrong: The former American cyclist was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1996which spread to his abdomen, lungs and brain. However, a year later he was declared cancer-free and was back on the track in 1998.

4/11

Kylie-minogue-butt-for-5-million

Kylie Minogue: The Australia-born pop singer was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 during one of her concert tours. She had to underwent breast surgery and chemotherapy as treatment to come out as a cancer survivor and since then Kylie had made it a point to spread awareness about early detection through regular check-ups as much as she could. Also Read - Glaucoma in India: Silent thief of sight, risk factors, early detection and treatment options

5/11

Sonali-bendre

Sonali Bendre: Bollywood actress, Sonali Bendre announced last year that she was diagnosed with cancer, suffered a high-grade cancer. The actress underwent chemotherapy over the last few months in New York and recently came back to India post a successful treatment.

6/11

Gettyimages-85295451-594x594

Ben Stiller: Best known for his impeccable comic timings, Ben Stiller shocked his fans when he announced later in 2016 that he survived prostate cancer. He then shared his experience on a radio show as well as separately writing an essay which was published by Medium. The actor underwent a test in September in 2016 where he was declared cancer-free by the doctors. Also Read - Sonia Gandhi Health News LIVE: Congress leader hospitalised with severe infection, son Rahul Gandhi cancels Kerala visit | Key highlights

7/11

Anurag-basu

Anurag Basu: Anurag Basu, was suffering from acute promyelocytic leukemia, a genus of blood cancer back in 2004. Doctors predicted that he had only 50 per cent chance of survival, yet the famous director did not let his condition get the better of him and he even wrote some parts of a few of his movies from hospital.

9/11

Hugh-Jackman

Hugh Jackman: Renowned for his role as Wolverine in X-Men, Hugh Jackman has been suffering from skin cancer since 2013. The actor took to twitter to share the news, when he underwent his sixth operation to remove basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer.

10/11

Barbara-mori

Barbra Mori: After making her debut in Bollywood with Hrithik Roshan in Kites, Barbra Mori was the new sensation back in 2010. However, not many people know that the actress was diagnosed with cancer in its early stage. She later shared her experience through a documentary ‘1 a Minute’.  Also Read - 6 high-protein meal ideas for Navratri Ashtami fasting

11/11

Mark Ruffalo

Mark Ruffalo: Mark Ruffalo also known famously as the Hulk, had a dream that he had a brain tumour and when he decided to see a doctor for scans, his dream turned into reality. At that time Mark’s wife was pregnant and he waited a week after son’s birth to publicly announce about his condition. He then underwent a successful surgery to remove the tumour.