EastEnders star Heather Pearce shares breast cancer battle in moving post
- Heather Peace, a 49-year-old EastEnders actress, announced she completed chemotherapy after a breast cancer diagnosis in early October 2023.
- She revealed her diagnosis and treatment journey included surgery and recovery over Christmas while continuing to work on EastEnders.
- Peace shared an emotional Instagram post comparing the end of her treatment to finishing the London Marathon and thanked her supportive family and medical staff.
- She reflected on her experience by highlighting numerous uplifting moments and noted that her life feels markedly different now, emphasizing that the journey has left a lasting impact on her.
- Peace's announcement prompted widespread support from fans, friends, and EastEnders co-stars, highlighting appreciation for her courage and resilience.
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Eastenders star shares shock breast cancer diagnosis with candid wig-fitting video
EastEnders star Heather Pearce has shared her breast cancer diagnosis in an Instagram caption accompanying a behind-the-scenes video of her wig fitting for the BBC One show. The actor, 49, said she received her diagnosis in October 2024 and underwent surgery and recovery over the Christmas period. “Today my chemotherapy journey ended. I woke up this morning and it was like the end of the London Marathon,” Pearce added. Pearce, who plays Eve Pane…
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