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John Tesh Overcomes Decade-Long Battle with Cancer

11/21/2025

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John Tesh, former TV host and musician, told Good Morning America he has battled prostate cancer for a decade.
In 2015, he was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive cancer, doctors giving him 18 months to live.
He credited his wife, Connie Selleca, for unwavering support that helped him connect with doctors.
The health improvement leaves him stable and enables time with his grandchildren and a new album.

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John Tesh, former TV host and musician, told Good Morning America he has battled prostate cancer for a decade.
In 2015, he was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive cancer, doctors giving him 18 months to live.
He credited his wife, Connie Selleca, for unwavering support that helped him connect with doctors.
The health improvement leaves him stable and enables time with his grandchildren and a new album.