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Former Home and Away star Johnny Ruffo shares cancer update as he undergoes radiation treatment: “Still fighting this!”

Our hearts go out to Johnny.
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Former Home and Away star Johnny Ruffo has provided a new update on his battle against brain cancer, sharing an insight from his radiation treatment.

Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, Johnny shared a photo of himself undergoing the treatment, where he can be seen wearing a white plastic mesh mask across his whole face.

“Another round of radiation on the cards,” he wrote in the caption. “Still fighting this mofo!! #f**kcancer.”

His post also included a second photo, one that shows the doorway to the radiation room where he undertook the treatment.

“Another round of radiation on the cards.”

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The singer’s post was flooded with comments of support from fans and friends, including well-wishes sent by his former Home and Away cast members.

“Love you honey. See you in a few weeks,” Lynne McGranger wrote, followed by Penny McNamee who said: “Lots of love Ruffo.”

Emily Symons also commented, writing, “Sending you so much love Johnny,” as did Georgie Parker who shared, “Love to you mate.”

Johnny’s post was met with dozens of well-wishes from his former castmates.

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Plenty more followed suit and shared their support, love and words of encouragement to Johnny in the comments.

His girlfriend Tahnee Sims was not far behind, and shared her own message for Johnny on her Instagram Stories in relation to his post.

“There are no words for his fighting spirit,” she penned. “In awe of him every single day.”

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Johnny’s update comes months after his last one in September 2021, where he posted a photo of himself and Tahnee together during a walk.

“I’m still kicking along with my chemotherapy treatment, feeling pretty exhausted but I’m doing great otherwise & not giving up the fight,” he said.

“Thanks for all the support!!” he added.

This story was originally published on our sister site New Idea.

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