Dexter star Michael C. Hall diagnosed with cancer; disease is in remission

[I<3bway]

Posted: 1/14/10 at 1:36pm

"Dexter" star Michael C. Hall is undergoing treatment for cancer and the disease is in remission, a spokesman said.

The actor was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's immune system. The disease is considered highly treatable with the potential for full recovery.

http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/2010/01/14/2010-01-14_dexter_star_michael_c_hall_diagnosed_with_cancer_disease_is_in_remission.html


I wish Michael C. Hall all the best during his recovery. A real underrated actor, and definitely a highlight as David in Six Feet Under and great as Dexter.

[Tom1071]

Posted: 1/14/10 at 2:17pm

Great for him!

By the way, when did he and Amy Spanger split?

[Stage Door Sally]

Posted: 1/14/10 at 3:19pm

Wow, that explains his scary haircut featured after the Dexter finale...

My sister-in-law has the same thing and has been clear and healthy for five years... Wishing him the best.

[AC126748]

Posted: 1/14/10 at 4:02pm

Luckily for him, Hodgkin's Lymphoma is a disease that, when caught early, is completely and usually successfully treatable. I wish him nothing but the best.

Tom, Hall and Spanger divorced in 2006 and from what I heard (a friend of mine lives in what used to be their building) separated long before that.

[sabrelady]

Posted: 1/14/10 at 4:17pm

The chemo drugs used even in Early/Favourable NHL are pretty strong(toxic) and that's w/out concurrent radiation. He may e need to pace himself carefully and frankly exsesive stunts etc are just not feasable w/out serious repercutions.
But yes it has a good cure rate and I wish him to get well soon.

[supportivemom]

Posted: 1/14/10 at 4:51pm

I had Hodkin's 30 years ago in high school! Thankfully- it is very treatable (but still scary) It's the disease they gave Lynette on Desperate Housewives. I also know Ricky Nelson's daughter Tracy had it and so did Barry Watson of 7th Heaven and Samantha Who. Here's wishing for a speedy recovery!

[ghostlight2]

Posted: 1/15/10 at 2:48am

"By the way, when did he and Amy Spanger split?"

I believe that was when he abandoned her for his co-star (who plays his sister) on Dexter.