First Dates' Merlin Griffiths Updates Fans on Cancer Battle

Struggles Post-Recovery

First Dates star Merlin Griffiths has shared an update on his ongoing battle with cancer, revealing that despite being given the all-clear, he is still facing challenges in his recovery process. The 48-year-old barman from the Channel 4 reality show was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2021 and has since undergone chemotherapy and two operations to remove a tumor.

Health Complications

Although doctors have declared Merlin cancer-free, he has opened up about the health complications he has experienced since his diagnosis. In an interview with the Sun's TV Mag, Merlin expressed that the changes to his body and the time it takes to fully recover have been surprising. He revealed that while he may appear fine externally, internally, his body is still struggling to regain its strength.

Optimism and Pragmatism

Despite the challenges he faces, Merlin remains optimistic yet pragmatic about his health. He emphasized the importance of taking each day as it comes and mentioned his plans for the future, including continued monitoring for the next five years and the hope of celebrating a milestone at the 10-year mark post-treatment.