Witcher Community Rallies Around Geralt Actor Doug Cockle In Wake of Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Doug Cockle, the actor who portrayed Geralt of Rivera in The Witcher series of video games, has revealed he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer in a move to raise awareness of the life-threatening disease.
The news prompted an outpouring of support from industry professionals and fans alike.
“I had no idea,” wrote Cockle in response to a tweet from charity Prostate Cancer UK. “Random check and Boom… I have full blown prostate cancer. Treatment ongoing but looking good so far. Men over 50… get a PSA test… just in case.”
Industry peers and friends were quick to wish the actor a speedy recovery, and express gratitude to him for sharing his diagnosis. ”Sending our best wishes! We know you can beat this, witcher,” commented the official Witcher game twitter account.
“Much love and best wishes from all at BAFTA,” said Luke Hebblethwaite, who heads the British awards ceremony. “You got this, Doug! Sending all the love, and we’re all in your corner <3,” wrote Critical Role’s Matthew Mercer.
I had no idea. Random check and Boom… I have full blown prostate cancer. Treatment ongoing but looking good so far. Men over 50… get a PSA test… just in case.
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