Erik Jensen is battling cancer.
According to a GoFundMe page set up last week, the 53-year-old The Walking Dead and Mr. Robot actor is being treated after being diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.
“After miraculously surviving a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, our beloved Erik Jensen was just diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer,” the page reads.
Keep reading to find out more…
“The cancer has metastasized to his liver, but Erik is young and strong and his doctors have a shot at shrinking the tumors enough to do two very major surgeries and get them all out,” the page continued.
Erik shares 13-year-old daughter Sadie with wife Jessica Blank.
“He is incredibly resilient and strong; Erik is a survivor,” the page added. “We know he can make it through this, come out the other side, and continue to make great work and support his community for years to come.
According to a GoFundMe page set up last week, the 53-year-old The Walking Dead and Mr. Robot actor is being treated after being diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.
“After miraculously surviving a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, our beloved Erik Jensen was just diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer,” the page reads.
Keep reading to find out more…
“The cancer has metastasized to his liver, but Erik is young and strong and his doctors have a shot at shrinking the tumors enough to do two very major surgeries and get them all out,” the page continued.
Erik shares 13-year-old daughter Sadie with wife Jessica Blank.
“He is incredibly resilient and strong; Erik is a survivor,” the page added. “We know he can make it through this, come out the other side, and continue to make great work and support his community for years to come.
- 10/25/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
In the aftermath of a health crisis, the power of community and shared narratives can transform a bleak situation into one filled with support and hope. Such is the case for Erik Jensen, the 53-year-old actor renowned for his role as Dr. Steven Edwards in Season 5 of The Walking Dead. Jensen, a dedicated father and husband, and a respected figure in the artistic community, is currently waging a courageous battle against Stage 4 colorectal cancer.
Just a year and a half prior to his cancer diagnosis, Jensen defied the odds by surviving a brain aneurysm, showcasing his resilience and strength. Now, he faces another formidable challenge, as his cancer has metastasized to his liver. Despite these daunting circumstances, Erik’s spirit remains unbroken. He continues to work full-time as a director and writer, even while undergoing chemotherapy and cutting a film. His relentless determination is a testament to his character and...
Just a year and a half prior to his cancer diagnosis, Jensen defied the odds by surviving a brain aneurysm, showcasing his resilience and strength. Now, he faces another formidable challenge, as his cancer has metastasized to his liver. Despite these daunting circumstances, Erik’s spirit remains unbroken. He continues to work full-time as a director and writer, even while undergoing chemotherapy and cutting a film. His relentless determination is a testament to his character and...
- 10/25/2023
- by Buddy TV
- buddytv.com
Erik Jensen, best known for his portrayal of Dr. Steven Edwards on The Walking Dead Season 5, has been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.
The actor's family revealed the news in a GoFundMe post.
"After miraculously surviving a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, our beloved Erik Jensen was just diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer," the message on the fundraising platform reads.
"The cancer has metastasized to his liver, but Erik is young and strong and his doctors think they have a shot at shrinking the tumors enough to do two very major surgeries and get them all out.
"He can make it through this. But Erik and his family are in for the fight of their lives, and they need your support."
"Stage IV is not a death sentence, and Erik is working incredibly hard to stay positive and fight for the shot that his doctors say he has,...
The actor's family revealed the news in a GoFundMe post.
"After miraculously surviving a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, our beloved Erik Jensen was just diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer," the message on the fundraising platform reads.
"The cancer has metastasized to his liver, but Erik is young and strong and his doctors think they have a shot at shrinking the tumors enough to do two very major surgeries and get them all out.
"He can make it through this. But Erik and his family are in for the fight of their lives, and they need your support."
"Stage IV is not a death sentence, and Erik is working incredibly hard to stay positive and fight for the shot that his doctors say he has,...
- 10/25/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The cast and crew of The Walking Dead have rallied around former cast member Erik Jensen, who has been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer. Scott M. Gimple, The Walking Dead‘s showrunner from Season 4 to Season 8, revealed the news on social media, directing fans to a GoFundMe page set up on the actor’s behalf. “One of Twd’s own could use a little help,” Gimple wrote on Twitter/X. “Erik Jensen, who played Dr. Steven Edwards in S5 was just diagnosed with cancer, and it’s a time of great uncertainty for him and his family.” “After miraculously surviving a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, our beloved Erik Jensen was just diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer,” the GoFundMe page reads. “As many of you know, Erik is a deeply devoted father to 13-year-old Sadie, who’s the light of his life [and] an incredible husband to Jessica,...
- 10/25/2023
- TV Insider
The Walking Dead alum Erik Jensen has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, his family revealed in a GoFundMe post.
The Walking Dead Cco Scott M. Gimple pointed out the GoFundMe page to fans, hoping they can help.
“One of Twd’s own could use a little help. Erik Jensen, who played Dr. Steven Edwards in S5 was just diagnosed with cancer, and it’s a time of great uncertainty for him and his family. If you want to send something his way,” Gimple wrote on X (fka Twitter).
“After miraculously surviving a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, our beloved Erik Jensen was just diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer,” his GoFundMe page reads.
It goes on to say that Erik and his wife Jessica “are full-time freelance artists and live without the cushion that long-term commercial work can provide. Erik’s aneurysm, the double strikes and...
The Walking Dead Cco Scott M. Gimple pointed out the GoFundMe page to fans, hoping they can help.
“One of Twd’s own could use a little help. Erik Jensen, who played Dr. Steven Edwards in S5 was just diagnosed with cancer, and it’s a time of great uncertainty for him and his family. If you want to send something his way,” Gimple wrote on X (fka Twitter).
“After miraculously surviving a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, our beloved Erik Jensen was just diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer,” his GoFundMe page reads.
It goes on to say that Erik and his wife Jessica “are full-time freelance artists and live without the cushion that long-term commercial work can provide. Erik’s aneurysm, the double strikes and...
- 10/24/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The Walking Dead family is showing up for one of their colleagues amid a serious medical crisis.
Franchise Cco Scott M. Gimple revealed Monday that Erik Jensen — who in Season 5 played Steven Edwards, the weaselly Grady Memorial doctor for whom ill-fated Beth Greene briefly worked as an assistant — has been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.
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Franchise Cco Scott M. Gimple revealed Monday that Erik Jensen — who in Season 5 played Steven Edwards, the weaselly Grady Memorial doctor for whom ill-fated Beth Greene briefly worked as an assistant — has been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.
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- 10/24/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
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