In a deeply personal post shared with fans today, bestselling author Jane Fallon revealed that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer – despite showing no symptoms. The 65-year-old, who has been in a relationship with comedian Ricky Gervais for more than four decades, opened up about her health battle, which has left many fans in shock.
“I’ve been a bit quiet lately,” Fallon admitted in her Instagram post, where she shared her journey over the past month. “A routine mammogram caught something unexpected just before Christmas, and though I had no symptoms, the brilliant radiographer noticed an issue. A few tests later, I was diagnosed with breast cancer—fortunately, at a very early stage.”
The author, whose career spans across television and 14 bestselling books, shared that her prognosis is promising, but the road ahead hasn’t been easy. Fallon went through multiple mammograms, biopsies, and an MRI to pinpoint the exact problem area.
“It’s been a lot, I’m not going to lie,” she said, but reassured her followers, adding that her surgery is scheduled for the following week. Despite the challenging news, she remains optimistic. “I’m receiving incredible care, and I’m just ready to get it over with. Audiobooks and jigsaws are my best friends right now!”
Fans flooded the comments with support, offering their condolences but also expressing relief that her cancer was caught early. One fan wrote: “I’m so sorry to hear this, but thankfully it was caught early. You’re in the best hands. Stay strong, Jane!” Another fan commented: “Sending all my love and positive thoughts your way.”
Fallon, who has long been private about her personal life, shared glimpses of her quiet relationship with Gervais and her decision not to have children. This year, she opened up about her choice not to have kids, saying, “I’ve never been into the whole romance thing. I thought about having a dog instead!”
The couple, who have been together since 1982, have never married but are known for their strong partnership. Gervais previously joked, “We’re married in every way that matters, but we’ve never had the actual ceremony. There’s no point—it’s just a piece of paper.”
Despite this, their bond has remained unwavering, with Fallon receiving a wealth of love and support from fans as she faces this difficult time.
Source: Daily Mail
