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"Today marks the end of my treatment and I couldn't be more thankful to everyone who has supported me along the way.
"The Beatson Cancer Charity said: "Congratulations! These are external links and will open in a new windowScottish actor Gray O'Brien has revealed he has been fighting cancer for the past three months.The Glasgow-born star was diagnosed with stage four tonsil cancer after visiting his doctor with swollen glands in August.The 51-year-old ended his treatment at the Beatson Cancer Centre in Glasgow on Monday.He shared a video of him ringing the bell to signify the end of his treatment on Twitter.And he told BBC News: "I have a long way to go with my recovery." "The Beatson Cancer Charity said: "Congratulations! The star was happy to share the end of his battle He graduated with his Master’s in Physical Therapy from Long Island University, where he completed his thesis on the rehabilitation of the lower back and core strengthening. "Speaking to the BBC on Tuesday, he said: "When I received the diagnosis of tonsil cancer I was of of course devastated - it's cancer. These are external links and will open in a new window See full bio » These are external links and will open in a new window "He said he did not know what to expect after chemotherapy and 30 rounds of radiotherapy, but that six weeks later, he was able to ring the bell.He added: "This is only the treatment finished. Beatson clinical trial gives 'incurable' cancer patients hope She reappears on 17 December 2008, to question Tony Gordon (Gray O'Brien) over the death of Liam Connor (Rob James-Collier), and again on 26 January 2009, when Liam's widow Maria (Samia Ghadie) runs Tony down with her car. CORONATION Street fans have been shocked by Gray O’Brien’s revelation that he is battling stage four tonsil cancer. He was cast as Dr Richard McCaig in Casualty from 1996 to 1998.In Scottish soap River City, he has appeared on and off since 2006 as Billy Davies.In 2017 he starred as Alan Redford in the ITV drama The Loch and he has recently filmed scenes for the new series of Doctor Who. He also appeared in the Christmas special of the show in 2007.Revealing his diagnosis and the end of his treatment, he told his followers: "About three months ago a trip to the doctor's with swollen glands led to stage four tonsil cancer. Scottish actor Gray O’Brien has revealed he has been fighting cancer for the past three months. As flames took hold, a fight ensued and Carla managed to escape, with Tony losing his life in a catastrophic explosion which destroyed the factory.However, perhaps Tony’s most unforgiveable moment was his attempt to murder defenceless Roy Cropper (David Neilson).
Gray O'Brien starred in the ITV drama The Loch and he has recently filmed scenes for the new series of Doctor Who Today marks the end of my treatment & I couldn't be more thankful to everyone who has supported me along the way. The accuracy of the medical advice I have received with regards to the treatment and how it's progressed has been spot on so far. These are external links and will open in a new windowScottish actor Gray O'Brien has revealed he has been fighting cancer for the past three months.The Glasgow-born star was diagnosed with stage four tonsil cancer after visiting his doctor with swollen glands in August.The 51-year-old ended his treatment at the Beatson Cancer Centre in Glasgow on Monday.He shared a video of him ringing the bell to signify the end of his treatment on Twitter.And he told BBC News: "I have a long way to go with my recovery." The series starred Mark McManus, Blythe Duff and James MacPherson, and also featured Phyllida Law and Gray O'Brien (Voyage of the Damned, 2007). Maureen played Ruth Millar, the wife of a doctor discovered to have fathered 60 children at an IVF clinic. O'Brien was born in Glasgow, the second youngest of seven children, and is a graduate of the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. Gray O'Brien was born on August 11, 1968 in Glasgow, Scotland as Gerard O'Brien. He has been undergoing treatment since.He wrote on Twitter: ‘About 3 months ago a trip to the doctors with swollen glands led to stage four tonsil cancer. Involved with both Carla Connor (Alison King) and Maria Connor (Samia Longchambon), he murdered his love rival Liam after discovering that he was in love with Carla.When the truth came to light, Tony ended up taking Carla hostage at gunpoint in the factory. Gray O'Brien starred in the ITV drama The Loch and he has recently filmed scenes for the new series of Doctor Who My reason for waiting to ring the bell before I mentioned it publicly is because I wasn't sure how strong I would be in coping with the treatment, indeed could I cope with the treatment? Gray O'Brien was born on August 11, 1968 in Glasgow, Scotland as Gerard O'Brien. How did the actor find out he had the condition and what else do we k… "River City actor Steven Purdon said: "Great to see you ringing the bell mate, lots of love. The Loch actor Gray O'Brien celebrates the end of his treatment by ringing the bell at the Beatson Duncan Lindsay Tuesday 26 Nov 2019 10:09 am. "He thanked all those who helped him and those who gave him lifts to and from the Beatson Cancer Centre.His agency BWH told the BBC that due to a "100 days gym challenge", Mr O'Brien was fit and strong at the time he was diagnosed.They said he was tired after treatment but positive.The tweet attracted replies from fans, friends and previous colleagues.Radio presenter Grant Stott said: "Mate, I had no idea. So sorry you've had a hellish time but delighted to see you ring that bell. He is an actor, ... Born: August 11, 1968 Photos. "River City actor Steven Purdon said: "Great to see you ringing the bell mate, lots of love. Rickston Slade was a businessman who was aboard the starship Titanic when it was sabotaged.