Mario Lopez Speaks Out On Dustin Diamond’s Cancer Diagnosis
Mario Lopez has shared a message to his 1.2 million followers following Dustin Diamond’s cancer diagnosis.
A spokesperson for Diamond confirmed the heartbreaking news to his Facebook account as well as the TODAY Show earlier this week.
The 44-year-old has since been hospitalized in Florida with stage 4 cancer.
“I connected with Dustin earlier this evening and although the news of his diagnosis is heartbreaking, we remain positive that he’ll overcome this. Praying for him and his family and for a speedy recovery,” Lopez shared to Twitter.
In addition, Diamond’s team posted a mailing address for fans to send cards and letters to the former Saved By The Bell star.
I connected with Dustin earlier this evening and although the news of his diagnosis is heartbreaking, we remain positive that he’ll overcome this. Praying for him & his family and for a speedy recovery.
— Mario Lopez (@mariolopezviva) January 15, 2021
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