Lucy Davis reveals incurable breast cancer diagnosis

Lucy Davis, best known as Dawn Tinsley in the original UK version of The Office, has revealed she has incurable stage four breast cancer. The 53-year-old actress announced the news on Instagram on Tuesday, saying the cancer has metastasized to her bones, including her spine, right hip and ribs, and that it is too late for chemotherapy Source: The Guardian.

The diagnosis

Davis said she was diagnosed a year and a half ago. She described the initial sign as "a kind of hard spot. Really tiny," which she almost didn't get checked, urging others not to ignore anything Source: LA Times. She said she is "not scared of whatever comes next" and feels "at peace" with her situation, adding that any grieving is "for my family" Source: Euronews.

The reaction

Davis's father, comedian Jasper Carrott, said the family is "so proud" of her and has been supporting her "in every way possible" since her diagnosis Source: BBC. Former co-stars, including Kiernan Shipka and Ricky Gervais, have also shown support Source: LA Times.

What's next

Davis said she hopes to continue working as an actor, describing it as one of the "biggest joys" of her life, and will continue her work for animal rights Source: The Guardian. She also asked friends and family to make fun of her and not treat her as a "sick person," saying humor has been vital Source: LA Times.