Jasper Carrott says family is 'so proud' of Lucy Davis after cancer diagnosis
Actress Lucy Davis announced she has incurable stage‑four breast cancer that has spread to her bones. Her father, comedian Jasper Carrott, expressed pride in her and thanked the public for their support while requesting privacy. Numerous colleagues and public figures have sent messages of encouragement and solidarity.
- ▪Lucy Davis revealed she was diagnosed with stage‑four breast cancer that has metastasised to her spine, hip and ribs, making it incurable.
- ▪Jasper Carrott said the family is proud of Lucy and asked for privacy while expressing gratitude for the outpouring of love and concern.
- ▪Davis urged people not to ignore any breast changes and to get them checked promptly.
- ▪Co‑stars and celebrities such as Ricky Gervais, Jenna Fischer, Sarah Paulson, Ulrika Jonsson, and Sir Chris Hoy have publicly offered support and encouragement.
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Jasper Carrott says family is 'so proud' of Lucy Davis after cancer diagnosisImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Jasper Carrott thanked the public "for the love and concern" shown to daughter Lucy DavisBySteven McIntoshPublished13 minutes agoActor and comedian Jasper Carrott has spoken about his pride and love for daughter Lucy Davis after she announced she has incurable breast cancer.The actress, best known for playing receptionist Dawn Tinsley in BBC sitcom The Office, has received an outpouring of support since she revealed her diagnosis on Tuesday.Carrott, one of the most familiar faces on British television over several decades, told BBC News: "This is a very difficult time for the whole family and we have been supporting her in every way possible since her diagnosis."We are so…
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