Bobby Davro has revealed that he has prostate cancer and is urging men not to wait until symptoms become impossible to ignore.
The 67-year-old comedian and former EastEnders actor spoke about his diagnosis during an appearance on ITV’s This Morning on Tuesday, June 2. Express and the Liverpool Echo both reported that Davro used the interview to encourage other men to get checked.
Davro said the cancer was found after a friend advised him to see a doctor. He took a PSA blood test, which led to further checks and his diagnosis.
Davro Said He Had No Clear Warning Signs
Davro said he did not have obvious symptoms before getting tested, but he felt something was not right.
After a friend encouraged him to make an appointment, Davro went for a PSA test and later learned he had prostate cancer. He said he was grateful to be told by doctors that the cancer was not terminal.
Davro did not share detailed treatment plans during the interview. His message was focused on getting men to speak to a doctor rather than ignoring concerns or waiting for symptoms to become more serious.
This Morning Posted Prostate Cancer Helplines
After Davro’s appearance, This Morning shared prostate cancer helplines for viewers looking for more information and support.
The ITV page directed viewers to resources from the NHS, Prostate Cancer UK, Macmillan Cancer Support, Cancer Research UK, and Orchid. The support links followed Davro’s warning that men should take prostate concerns seriously and ask medical professionals about testing.
The NHS says a PSA test checks the level of prostate-specific antigen in the blood. High levels may be a sign of a prostate condition, but a high PSA result does not automatically mean cancer. Further checks may be needed to determine whether the cause is cancer, an enlarged prostate, infection, or another issue.
That keeps Davro’s story grounded without turning it into medical advice. The test was an important first step in his case, but readers with concerns should speak to a doctor about their own risk, symptoms, and options.
The Diagnosis Comes After Difficult Years
Davro’s health disclosure follows a difficult period in his personal life and career.
He suffered a minor stroke in 2024 after collapsing following a comedy performance. He later returned to the stage and continued working.
Davro also lost his fiancée, Vicky Wright, to pancreatic cancer in 2023. He has previously spoken about her death and the effect it had on him.
His prostate cancer announcement now puts another personal health issue in public view. On This Morning, Davro used the diagnosis to make one direct point: a conversation and a blood test can start the process before a man knows exactly what is wrong.