Ali Fedotowsky reveals husband Kevin Manno's thyroid cancer diagnosis in emotional video
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Ali Fedotowsky and her husband Kevin Manno revealed heartbreaking yet hopeful news on Sunday, January 26.
In a candid Instagram video, the couple announced that Kevin had been diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer.
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Kevin Manno explains the cancer's treatability
In the video, Kevin Manno who sat beside Ali Fedotowsky Manno said, “We always try to be open and honest."
He shared that a recent biopsy and CT scan confirmed the diagnosis.
“But I’m not freaking out,” Kevin assured fans, emphasizing the cancer’s treatability.
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The diagnosis includes two malignant spots on the right side of Kevin’s thyroid, and doctors suspect it may have spread to a lymph node.
The full extent of the cancer’s spread will only be confirmed during his surgery scheduled for February 10.
Kevin Manno and Ali Fedotowsky optimism amid challenges
Despite the alarming news, Kevin Manno and Ali Fedotowsky maintained a positive outlook.
“The prognosis is very good,” Manno said confidently.
His surgery will involve removing either half or the entire thyroid, depending on the extent of the cancer.
The couple consulted with specialists to evaluate their options.
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Recalling a meeting with an oncologist, Fedotowsky shared, “The first thing he said to us was, ‘If you have to get cancer, this is the cancer you want to get.’”
The former 'Bachelorette' star noted that the oncologist referred to papillary thyroid cancer as a "boring cancer," which reassured them.
Manno humorously admitted to being “too positive,” to which Fedotowsky added, “You’ve been amazing through this whole thing.”
Kevin Manno and Ali Fedotowsky seek community stories and support
In the Instagram caption accompanying the video, Ali Fedotowsky and Kevin Manno expressed their gratitude for the love and support from fans.
They also encouraged others to share personal thyroid cancer experiences, particularly stories about surgery outcomes involving partial or full thyroid removal.
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“If the surgeon gets in there and determines the whole thing has to be removed regardless, we will, of course, move forward with that," wrote Fedotowsky.
"But going into the surgery, he has a choice to be aggressive or leave half if possible,” she added.
Kevin Manno and Ali Fedotowsky's changed perspective on life
Reflecting on the experience, Ali Fedotowsky said, “It’s changed my perspective on everyday life."
"Truly, you never know when you’re going to wake up tomorrow and things could change," she shared, according to People.
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The couple’s joint message concluded with a heartfelt note of gratitude, “Thank you all for the love and support you’ve always shown us. We are grateful.”
