Alan Davies Provides Frank Health Update Following Cancer Diagnosis
Comedian Alan Davies has issued a candid health update two years after publicly revealing his bladder cancer diagnosis. The 60-year-old star, known for his role on QI, opened up in a recent interview about the frightening sign that first alerted him to his illness and his subsequent journey to recovery.
The Symptom That Sparked Concern
Speaking to Jonathan Ross in scenes set to air on The Jonathan Ross Show this Saturday, Davies described the moment he realized something was wrong. "In 2024 I had bladder cancer," he revealed. "Luckily, a little bit of blood in the toilet bowl and I saw it." This observation proved crucial, leading to medical investigation and diagnosis.
Davies went on to detail the surgical procedure required to remove the cancerous tumour. "To get that tumour out, they have to go… up the… so my advice is, if you're going to have a flexible cystoscopy…" he told Ross, alluding to the uncomfortable nature of the examination while emphasizing its importance.
Successful Treatment and Recovery
The comedian expressed gratitude toward his surgical team for their successful intervention. "It's not very nice and it's not as bad as you think. That's accurate. They got it out, so phew," he admitted, balancing honesty about the experience with relief at the outcome.
Davies shared positive news regarding his current health status, confirming he has now received the all-clear from medical professionals. This milestone has allowed him to return to touring after a decade-long hiatus from the stand-up circuit.
Return to the Stage
Following his health scare, Davies has embarked on his first tour in ten years. "I didn't know if anyone would come," he confessed to Jonathan Ross. "It's a bit like having a party. But people did come, and a lot of them had grey hair and hadn't been out for ages."
This return to performing comes alongside the release of his latest memoir, White Male Stand-Up, which he penned specifically for his three children: Susie, Robert, and Francis, whom he shares with his wife Katie Maskell.
Personal Reflections and Legacy
During a recent appearance on The One Show, Davies discussed the memoir's purpose. "It's the second volume. I've written two volumes. The first one was really about my childhood, [it's] a little bit bleak," he explained. "And then this one's about my career in comedy and television, whilst carrying some of this baggage along."
He continued: "I kind of naively thought that you go towards the future and you leave the past behind, but it doesn't really work like that. So, it's about turning around and confronting that and I wanted a record of where I've been, what I've done and who I am. They can't read it yet, but it's there for them."
The full interview with Alan Davies will air on The Jonathan Ross Show this Saturday at 10pm on ITV1 and ITVX, offering further insights into his health journey and professional resurgence.
