Mock the Week star reveals cancer diagnosis in health update

The comedian shared a health update with his 71.1k followers on Instagram and revealed he has cancelled some of his upcoming Ha!Milton Tour dates, which were due to take place this summer.

In a post on social media, he said the cancer is “treatable”.

Comedian Milton Jones diagnosed with prostate cancer

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Milton, who has performed on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, wrote: “Thanks for your support and respecting my privacy during this time. This decision has not been taken lightly, trust me.

“Abnormal service will resume as soon as possible and I’m looking forward to being back out on the road again soon, though probably not on a bike.”

The 60-year-old said he would be “undergoing surgery soon and will need time afterwards to fully recover”.

He also confirmed which dates of his tour have been cancelled, adding: “I’m so sorry about this, but I need to announce the cancellation of several dates from my ongoing Ha!Milton live tour. The affected shows are in Leeds, Coventry, Basingstoke, Sterts, Launceston, Durham, Hexham, Ilkley, Wakefield, Lichfield, Tunbridge Wells, Portsmouth, and Lyme Regis which were all due to take place this summer.”

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Milton continued: “In addition, the Summer dates in Colchester, Bridlington, Stroud, and London will be rescheduled to the Autumn. All dates currently scheduled for the Autumn leg of the tour remain unaffected. Ticket holders for the cancelled shows will be contacted directly by the venue box office.”

Since announcing the news to his fans, thousands have sent the comedy favourite their well wishes, commenting underneath his Instagram post.

Someone said: “All the very best for your surgery and subsequent recovery x."

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Another commented: “All the best of health to you Milton. My favourite stand up but it’s always health before anything. Best of health to you.”

Among them were celebrity friends, including Olympian Sir Chris Hoy, who was recently diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer. He shared: “Really sorry to hear it mate, best of luck.”

Al Murray put: “All the best Milton for a speedy recovery.”

The NHS says prostate cancer develops slowly, so there may be no signs for years, but says signs may include an increased need to urinate, straining while urinating and a feeling that the bladder has not fully emptied.