Ryan O'Neal Has Prostate Cancer

Woe is Ryan O'Neal AGAIN and this time it's not his fault. Ryan has had leukemia, been arrested with his son for meth possession, has a fucked up relationship with all of his children and now he's battling stage 4 prostate cancer. Stage 4 cancer sounds like some beyond serious shit, but Ryan tells People that he's undergoing treatment right now and he's not going to take a ride on Farrah Fawcett's angel hair wings anytime soon. According to Ryan, he's going to fully recover.

"Recently I was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. Although I was shocked and stunned by the news, I feel fortunate that it was detected early and according to my extraordinary team of doctors the prognosis is positive for a full recovery.

I am deeply grateful for the support of my friends and family during this time, and I urge everyone to get regular check-ups, as early detection is the best defense against this horrible disease that has afflicted so many."

Ryan also said that he has a book coming out May 1st.

Never mind that the phrases "early detection" and "stage 4 cancer" don't normally go together, this news come just days after Ryan shaded our earth God Oprah by blaming her for the failure of his reality show on her network. And now Ryan has cancer. Oprah, YOU WOULDN'T!?

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Submitted by Dog on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:07pm.

I'm surprised he doesn't have rectal cancer, given what a flaming asshole he is.

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Submitted by MissJaneTexas on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:44pm.

Yikes. While he is a giant asshole being happy he has cancer or wishing him not to recover is just asking for a giant kharma bitch slap.

But I agree with all the others - Stage 4 not so much early detection!

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Submitted by Hekki on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:43pm.

Submitted by Foxxy Brown: "relentless self-promotion of her "charitable" giving, and consistent pimping of untalented people and products not affordable to her magazine and tv audience."

THIS RIGHT HERE!!!!!

I'll give massive credit to Oprah for what she has accomplished in her life. It's fantastic. I also really love the way she dresses. Whoever styles her does a fantastic job. Age appropriate, stylish without falling into the stupid trendy shit. Very nice.

But she's monstrous in a way, too.

I dont read "women's" magazines because they make me feel bad. I get envious of all the things I see that I can't have, I start feeling inferior, etc. Picked up a copy of her magazine at SIL's and those feelings clobbered me as I read it. Because not only can I not afford the shit she's shilling, I don't focus enough of developing my authentic self and finding my life's work like all the wonderful real inspiring women in her magazine either. Ugh. Another front on which other women are beating me. AAAAARRGH!!

And her whole fascination with giving $cientos a platform. That's really weird. Something's up with that.

Submitted by Deb on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:38pm.

Submitted by Fujicat on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 3:05pm.

Best of luck and prayers to you. Kudos for sharing your story, and for doing what you need to do for your health.

"JUST SMILE LIKE A NORMAL FUCKED UP PERSON."
Charles Manson

Submitted by Deb on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:36pm.

As for the Ryan and Tatum O'Neal reality show, I saw both of them make promotional appearances, and was turned off by both. Ryan was much more skeevoso, but the whole idea seemed depressing to me. I mean the premise seemed like, "He's an unrepentant asshole, and she's bitterly damaged. They're both looking to cash in on it! Whoo Hoo!

"JUST SMILE LIKE A NORMAL FUCKED UP PERSON."
Charles Manson

Submitted by Fujicat on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:35pm.

Per usual, what O'Neil says doesn't add up.

A cancer prognosis also depends on how aggressive and what kind of cancer it is. But Stage IV means metastatic disease, doesn't it?

My father had prostate cancer for almost 30 years. He opted not to have the prostate removed and took Lupron shots for 25 of the 30 years. It did turn into lymphoma, but a slow moving lymphoma. Congestive heart failure got him in the end. He was very ill for a long time.

Big hug and blessings to all of you who here on the D who have been touched by the Big C. So many of you have kept me informed and laughing for many years.

I have my big workup next month at the cancer center..had a breast lumpectomy (early detection, looked cancerous but was benign) two years ago (days before my father died!) and have some more suspicious lumps they're watching.I grew up in a breast-cancer cluster. I keep on top of my appointments and am grateful I have access to speedy care. Hope no needle biopsies this time, though! Ugh.
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Submitted by Juniperjump on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:34pm.

Well then .. I guess there is some karma in this lifetime.

Submitted by LisaRose on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:33pm.

This is awful to say but I think his kids could prosper better in life if he were gone. They try so hard to please him and it never works. Sending him off to Siberia forever would be my choice but.... :(

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Submitted by Lisbet459 on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:51pm.

relentless self-promotion of her "charitable" giving, and consistent pimping of untalented people and products not affordable to her magazine and tv audience.

as for O'Neal -- not many who have reality shows are worthy of attention, but they at least have some audience to whom they appeal for some reason. who wants to see Ryan O'Neal's so-called life -- the domestic abuser audience? i just don't get why Oprah would consider him

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Submitted by Tunatown on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:27pm.

I'm glad this douche is so confident that his doctors will set him free. They won't. They see unlimited dollar signs until he dies. My father received the same diagnosis and was told the same bullshit by his doctors. He went downhill so fast it made our heads spin and he didn't even survive a year.

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:22pm.

Submitted by WithinReason... on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:47pm.
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Yeah, I think I had a drunken night(s) (!!!) on here a few months ago--- am a long way from home and the time difference is kind of brutal when you are a few glasses in and just want to get a load off, you know?

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Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:43pm.

Her (Oprah) tanking--- now THAT makes me happy!
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Yup. Her programmes have always made me want to rip my eyeballs out. She and Ryan would probably make a wonderful couple - if nothing else, it would keep them away from the rest of the population.

What made everyone else realise what a collosal douche she is?

Submitted by Foxxy Brown on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:18pm.

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:43pm.

what pray tell could Ryan O'Neal have been doing that was worthy of a reality show? Oprah really has completely lost it

"Voodoo is forgetting who's the john and who's the whore." MK, 3/20/12

Submitted by WithinReason... on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:17pm.

Island Girl, I remember you mentioning this a while back. It breaks my heart for you but am glad to see you here on the DL! Makes one appreciate every minute we have with loved ones! ☺

AtomicCity!! See how your story can inspire others? It's amazing to see how many DListers who have been through so much still manage to keep positive attitude! It makes a world of difference! ☼

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Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:13pm.

Thanks, JoJo and Atomic. xox

Now, can we talk about what a crap fest that Ryan O'Neal show was on the Oprah Self-Indulgence Network? Her (Oprah) tanking--- now THAT makes me happy!

Submitted by Hekki on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:13pm.

It's hard because as Dr. Phil says "you create what you fear" but cancer scares the shit out of me. I'd rather die a thousand other ways.

It gets so many people, though.

Submitted by Banilla Bagina on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:09pm.

And didn't ryan o'neal have a nasty rep..i think that "himmmm" commenter on CDAN said o'neal was an odious man..and didn't he have incestuous relationship with tatum??!!! I swear i read that. So skeevy.

Submitted by WithinReason... on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:07pm.

EdDallas, I am so happy your treatment was successful! You are right, you are alive and here, that is all that counts! You are a testament that one can survive after being diagnosed. Thanks for sharing your story. It's inspiring. You are so right it's very personal thing whether you let others know ((big hugs)) to you sweetheart! ☼♥

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Submitted by EdDallas on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:05pm.

Thank you for the sweet comment! Hugs back!

Submitted by AtomicCity on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:10pm.

Congrats, EdD!!! You're super-inspiring! Three years ago I was diagnosed with ovarian/uterine (endometrial) cancer three weeks after getting engaged. I thought my life was over. I've had several surgeries, and though I'm now lacking any reproductive organs, things turned out fairly well since I was diagnosed relatively young (29) But just this week I got a phone call that I didn't want to hear. So I'm going to see ONE of my many drs-who are amazing-next week, and you've given me so much hope!!! I love you EdD. I'm printing out your post and carrying it with me. You've endured such a rougher journey and are a soldier! Puts mine into perspective and that I can do this. (I have a tendency to be a little dramatic and girly-whiny) I really do love your positive attitude.
By the way, my Charliedog and I were tending to some flowers outside, and I had tears in my eyss, stared at the sun and thought, "But I'm alive." I think it's a mantra that many of "us" think of first thing when we wake up. I may have a shitty day, but dammit I woke up today and God-willing (whether you believe or not, pick your own deity, idea, etc.) I will do it again tomorrow. Thanks, EdD.

And IG, I'm so sorry! Hugs from Atomic...to both of you. And you're right, it does suck! I literally know of not one person not touched by it in some aspect. A spouse? That's got to be harder than experiencing it yourself. I'd trade places with you in a second if I could. Unfortunately life doesn't work that way.

I truly am amazed by you both, and all of those of you who I'm not mentioning or not sharing stories. I have a feeling there are SO many more. Bless you all.

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Submitted by EdDallas on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:01pm.

I don't quite know what to say but that I'm glad I can give you something positive as you go through this. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know how fortunate I am and wish you all the best!

Submitted by JoJo on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:07pm.

IG, so sorry for your loss. I too, am well aquainted with the loss (in many different forms) of cancer. ♥♥Hugs♥♥

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Submitted by Banilla Bagina on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:06pm.

@@ these colon cancer peeps..my gramps died of it (perfect example of ols country/old school man who hates docs, finally went to dr. When it was way too late..he had not long to live. Then dad gets screened, has been getting more and more polyps (benign so far) and..i heard it is more liklely the males in the family to get it? Am i wrong? No women in my family have it. I loathe dr appts and know i need to do the yearly check up/once over but damn. It's almost as if my fear of being told "you have stage 4 something or other" with no real symptoms makes me avoid it! I lost a friend who was stage 4 liver cancer and though her mom succombed to breast cancer when she was a kid we were all surprised. She never smoked, drank, etc but she died of cancer before age 40.

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:06pm.

Deb, count me in. SHOTGUN!!!

And Lisbet, I haven't kicked a small child just yet--- only a few puppies. :P

Submitted by WithinReason... on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:03pm.

Even if Ryan is insufferable, I cannot wish any ill on him. Anyone who has had Cancer in their family in any form knows it is bad enough. I wish him well and hope his spirits remain positive around this.

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Submitted by Lisbet459 on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:03pm.

Submitted by HellaciousB on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:32pm.
Previous leukemia + stage IV = not good at all.
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Stage 4, I get. But what would his previous leukemia have to do with anything?

Submitted by HellaciousB on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:02pm.

Previous leukemia + stage IV = not good at all.

Submitted by SalmaNella on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:56pm.

@ Foxy Brown

ahahahahha. Thanks for pointing him out. He looks so over it!

Submitted by Lisbet459 on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:55pm.

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:21pm.
JAYSUS--- sorry, guys, I didn't mean this to turn into a pity party!!
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Pfft, it's hardly a pity party if (1) it's legitimately sad and not your fault (ie, you didn't, say, lose your license for drunk driving, or stub your toe trying to kick a small child) and (2) this is the first time you've brought it up.

Submitted by Deb on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:55pm.

@IG - "So Lindsay Lohan walks into this bar with a pig under her arm...."
Oh, you say you've heard that one?

You want to join GardeningGirl as an intern for louise_brooks and I as we use our hot bods and entertainment biz savvy to get Adrien Brody his own HBO show? ;)

"JUST SMILE LIKE A NORMAL FUCKED UP PERSON."
Charles Manson

Submitted by SalmaNella on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:55pm.

@ EdDallas - Nice to hear a good news story when attached to the dreaded "C"

@ islandgirl Sorry to hear about your husband. :-(
Add another hug in there from me.

Submitted by EdDallas on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:05pm.

Thank you! Very sweet of you!

Submitted by Foxxy Brown on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:54pm.

also honorable mention to the driver for the droopy faced side eye. i'd look that too if i had to sit next to Ryan O'Neal for even one second

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Carry on. :)

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:51pm.

JAYSUS--- sorry, guys, I didn't mean this to turn into a pity party!!

OK, you can make me laugh now. :-)

Submitted by RandéSleepover on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:51pm.

Submitted by Hockey fan on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:01pm.

Yes! And how does Ryan have the money for a driver? I always had the impression that he snorted away the Love Story $$ decades ago.

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Submitted by Mustang Sally on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:47pm.

@islandgirl

I didn't know about that, either, hon. ((((islandgirl))))

My dad died of cancer when he was 39 and, many decades later, I still miss him. Cancer is a horrible disease.

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Submitted by Foxxy Brown on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:46pm.

condolences and strength to Island Girl, and whooo hoooo to EdDallas.

as for Mr. O'Neal -- kudos to karma.

"Voodoo is forgetting who's the john and who's the whore." MK, 3/20/12

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:44pm.

EC... me too. :( Thanks, hon.

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Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:03pm

I am very sorry to hear that IG.

(((hugs))))

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:41pm.

Submitted by beware on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 2:09pm.
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No worries--- say what you feel like saying. That's why I come here! :)

Submitted by beware on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 10:39pm.

Thanks. I cant imagine what you must have gone through. And yet you have the strength to snark!

Submitted by Deb on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:40pm.

As others have said, regular and timely screening is so important! I had my first colonoscopy a few months ago, having turned 50 last Nov.
Anyway, colon cancer is usually preceeded by polyps that tend to start in a person's 40's (hence the "screen at 50") and are benign at first. Over years they can become cancerous. The thing about colon cancer is that without screening, by the time it presents symptoms, it's usually late stage.
The moral of the story is to avail ourselves of the tests that can save our lives.

"JUST SMILE LIKE A NORMAL FUCKED UP PERSON."
Charles Manson

Submitted by D.R. on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:40pm.

Good luck to him.

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Submitted by beware on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:39pm.

Oh, I just read IGs post and I am sorry for what I just wrote and sorry for your loss.

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:38pm.

Thanks, Deb and Lisbet ♥

Submitted by beware on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:37pm.

I think he will survive for some years in stage 4. Survive through years of pain and misery and humiliation. Because it's a bit un-karmic if this guy went peacefully and quickly in his sleep. Just sayin'.

Submitted by Lisbet459 on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:35pm.

@IslandGirl:

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Does anyone else feel like they just want to take all the Dlisted commenters and hug them? I'm not complaining, but sometimes I want to personally kick all illness right in the proverbial.

Submitted by Deb on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:35pm.

@IG - I am so sorry for your loss! I didn't know that you were widowed 6 months ago. *huge hug*

"JUST SMILE LIKE A NORMAL FUCKED UP PERSON."
Charles Manson

Submitted by islandgirl on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:33pm.

Is he an asshole? Yes. Do I wish ill will on him? No.

As someone who lost her husband to cancer six months ago, the only thing I can say is that cancer can suck my dick.

edit... ((hugs, EdDallas))