Keep Andy Whitfield in your thoughts and prayers as the star of the new hit series Spartacus: Blood and Sand begins treatment for non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.The cancer was discovered during a routine checkup as Whitfield prepared to begin shooting the second season series which is filmed in New Zealand. The Starz network, which airs the series, says production has been postponed while Whitfield undergoes treatment.
According to the network, doctors say the cancer was detected in its early stages and is “very treatable.”
The Australian actor and former model whipped himself into incredible shape to film the series, said inm a recent interview: "I'm going to rest. I'm tired physically, obviously. You can get to a certain point and you get injuries and you have to carry on around those injuries. But also emotionally it is very draining as the series progressess." Spartacus had been scheduled to resume production in April. No official information has been released on the new production starting date.
Our best wishes go to Andy for a speedy recovery!
Our best wishes go to Andy for a speedy recovery!
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