Gabourey Sidibe’s husband — Brandon Frankel — has revealed he’s battling Stage 1 papillary thyroid most cancers … and he says pushing medical doctors to hear might have saved his life.
The husband of the “American Horror Story” actress shared the information Friday in a prolonged Instagram put up, writing, “Issues I by no means thought I’d should put up: I used to be identified with Stage I Papillary Thyroid most cancers.”
He included hospital mattress selfies with Sidibe smiling by his aspect. In response to Frankel, medical doctors caught the most cancers early, however solely as a result of he insisted on getting an ultrasound … which his physician initially didn’t suppose he wanted.
Frankel says surgical procedure went properly and he’s “okay for now” … nevertheless, pathology outcomes revealed a extra aggressive “tall cell” sort, which means he’ll want further monitoring transferring ahead. Nonetheless, he says catching it early was key, and he’s staying proactive so he might be round for his household.
On the finish of his put up, he gave main credit score to his spouse … saying she “carried our household by means of all of this” whereas he dealt with appointments, surgical procedure, and restoration. He provides, “I don’t understand how anybody does this with out that type of love and assist. I’m grateful. I’m fortunate.”
The couple — who went public with their romance in Might 2019 and tied the knot in 2021 — welcomed twins Cooper and Maya in April 2024.