December 31st 2024.
Ian Smith, known for his role as Harold Bishop on Neighbours, recently shared some positive news amidst his terminal cancer diagnosis. The 86-year-old actor revealed that he has experienced a significant reduction in the size of his cancerous tumor.
In an interview with 10 News First, Ian disclosed that he received his cancer diagnosis earlier this year. He was diagnosed with pulmonary pleomorphic carcinoma, a type of cancer that is difficult to treat. Despite the grim prognosis, Ian remains optimistic and hopes to live a life of quality for as long as possible.
He went on to share that he has already filmed his final scenes on Neighbours, which will air next year. In the show, his character Harold will be temporarily written out as he visits his granddaughter in Port Douglas for Christmas.
In a recent interview with TV Week, Ian opened up about the "extremely good news" he has received about his health. He explained that a PET scan showed a "significant metabolic change" and a shrinkage of his tumor. This has extended his expected lifespan from a few more months to possibly a year or two.
Despite the positive news, Ian admits that it can be lonely living without his partner by his side. He also revealed that he was the one who suggested bringing Harold back to the show on a semi-regular basis, as he enjoys playing the character and believes there should be more people like Harold in the world.
In addition to his return to Neighbours, Ian also expressed his desire to see his former co-star Anne Charleston, who played his on-screen wife Madge, return to the show. He praised her for her successful portrayal of Madge's ghostly visions in 2015 and 2022, and is excited for her upcoming role on the show.
Ian's last day on set was a touching and emotional one, as he was surrounded by the cast and crew who gathered to wish him well. He was moved by their sincerity and kindness, and even received a call from former Neighbours co-star Guy Pearce, who played Mike Young on the show.
Despite the initial diagnosis of only a few more months to live, Ian now feels like he has been given a second chance at life. He is grateful to be pain-free and is finding joy in gardening. He even jokes about wanting to take back the things he gave away when he thought he only had a few months left to live.
In conclusion, Ian is happy to share his positive news with fans and is thankful for the support and love he has received from the soap community. He encourages others to join the Soaps community and stay updated on all things soap-related.
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