The Office actress Lucy Davis says she has 'incurable' cancer
Actress Lucy Davis, known for her role in the original UK version of The Office, has announced she is living with incurable stage 4 breast cancer. She is sharing her story to encourage others to get health concerns checked early.
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Public health disclosures from celebrities often increase awareness and screening rates for serious illnesses.
Image caption, Left to right: Ricky Gervais as David Brent, Martin Freeman as Tim, MacKenzie Crook as Gareth and Lucy Davis as Dawn in The Office
Lucy Davis, who played Dawn Tinsley in the original UK version of The Office, has revealed she has "incurable" breast cancer.
Davis, the daughter of comedian Jasper Carrott, starred as the office receptionist in the groundbreaking sitcom, which ran from 2001 to 2003.
A post from the 53-year-old actress on Instagram , external on Tuesday said: "I wanted to share something with you all that I've kept to myself for a while but for various reasons would like to share now.
"A year-and-a-half ago I was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, which has metastasized to my bones. Specifically to my spine, right hip and my ribs. The cancer is incurable, and too late for chemo."
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