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Mark Hoppus Shares Brave Battle with Cancer and Depression

4/9/2025

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Mark Hoppus, co-founder of Blink-182, opened up about his harrowing journey with stage 4 lymphoma in a heartfelt interview. Diagnosed in 2021, he endured excruciating pain and deep depression throughout his treatment. While he celebrated being cancer-free in September 2021, he bravely shared his ongoing battle with suicidal thoughts and emotional scars, connecting with fans on a profound level.

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Mark Hoppus, co-founder of Blink-182, opened up about his harrowing journey with stage 4 lymphoma in a heartfelt interview. Diagnosed in 2021, he endured excruciating pain and deep depression throughout his treatment. While he celebrated being cancer-free in September 2021, he bravely shared his ongoing battle with suicidal thoughts and emotional scars, connecting with fans on a profound level.