Saved By The Bell Screech star 'in a lot of pain' battling Stage 4 cancer
Dustin Diamond is “going through a lot of pain” as he battles Stage 4 cancer, it’s claimed.
The TV star, who is best known for playing Samuel ‘Screech’ Powers in Saved By The Bell, was rushed to hospital earlier this month after feeling pain all over his body, and was then diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.
Now it’s reported that Dustin, 44, is “going to be in the hospital for a while” as he receives treatment.
A source told Us Weekly : “It’s not good, it’s not good at all. He’s going to be in the hospital for a while. He’s getting through his treatments now. It’s tough, it’s very hard.
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“He’s going through a lot of pain, but he still keeps his spirits up. Right now, he’s just suffering.
“He has his ups and downs where he’s great one minute, but then he can be in a lot of pain — tears. It’s such an emotional time.”
Dustin’s family have been calling him every day to try and lift his spirits, the report said.
The source added: “He has a handful of people who are in his close circle — his girlfriend being one of them. They have no idea when he can go home.”
The Mirror has contacted Dustin’s rep for comment.
Earlier this month it was confirmed that Dustin had been diagnosed with cancer.
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A statement posted to his Facebook page read: “At this time we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer. Dustin will disclose more information once it is available and a plan moving forward is made.
“We ask everyone to respect Dustin’s privacy during this difficult time. All positivity and prayers are appreciated.”
Dustin’s close friend Dan Block has told The Sun that he had a “huge lump” on his neck but the actor had put off getting it checked.