Famous cancer survivors
The veteran actor valiantly fought throat cancer last year and is celebrating his recovery as his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, battles another disease.
The award-winning actress from this HBO drama was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003 and said her 17-year sobriety at the time helped her battle the disease.
The former president of South Africa and anti-apartheid activist was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2001 and has maintained a low profile life since then.
A 1978 musical movie classic made her a star, and a successful pop music career followed. But in 1992, the Australian singer/actress’ career took a hiatus when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. After surgery and chemotherapy, she is now cancer free.
The “Dexter” star revealed early last year that he had been battling a treatable form of the disease, Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Later that year, he was reported to be cancer free.
The former first lady and breast cancer survivor helps other cancer patients at this women's health center.
Despite being diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1996, the Texas cyclist went on to win this prestigious race seven times. He has sold millions of his yellow bracelets to raise money for cancer research.
The Academy Award winner revealed she was in remission from ovarian cancer while promoting a2009 film. Nowadays, she's the head honcho on a popular sitcom.
The talk-show host revealed he underwent a double mastectomy when he was younger. His battle with this disease spurred him to advocate for medical marijuana.
The former teen sitcom star spoke candidly about her decision to have a mastectomy after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Now cancer free, she's getting creative to help fight the disease.
The former secretary of state became a spokesman for this group after undergoing surgery for prostate cancer in 2003.
The former reality TV star and current talent competition judge was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2002 and has since started a support program at a famous hospital.
The "Shaft" star waited five years to tell people about his rare diagnosis of male breast cancer.
The actress had to give up a role on this NBC family drama after she found out she had breast cancer. Her latest TV show failed after just four episodes.
The "Maggie May" singer underwent surgery for thyroid cancer in 2000.
The longtime senator had surgery for malignant melanoma during his first presidential campaign in 2000. His cancer diagnosis was brought up during his second presidential campaign in 2008.
Source: msn
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