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Lucy Davis Announces Incurable Breast Cancer, Chemo Not Possible

8/15/2026

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Lucy Davis announced on August 11 she has incurable breast cancer that spread to spine, hip and ribs, chemo impossible.
She said she was diagnosed a year and a half ago and is trying to live joyfully.
In an Instagram post Davis thanked fans for support from Jasper Carrott, Ricky Gervais and Jenna Fischer, calling the response overwhelming.
She posted a skate-boarding lesson with Malachi Barton, noting no sporting ability.

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Lucy Davis announced on August 11 she has incurable breast cancer that spread to spine, hip and ribs, chemo impossible.
She said she was diagnosed a year and a half ago and is trying to live joyfully.
In an Instagram post Davis thanked fans for support from Jasper Carrott, Ricky Gervais and Jenna Fischer, calling the response overwhelming.
She posted a skate-boarding lesson with Malachi Barton, noting no sporting ability.