Current:Home > Contact'Big Bang Theory' star Kate Micucci reveals lung cancer diagnosis: 'I've never smoked a cigarette' -ValueCore
'Big Bang Theory' star Kate Micucci reveals lung cancer diagnosis: 'I've never smoked a cigarette'
View
Date:2025-04-14 01:57:28
"Big Bang Theory" star Kate Micucci revealed on social media that she has been diagnosed with lung cancer.
The actress and singer shared a TikTok on Saturday of her sitting in a hospital bed after surgery to remove cancerous cells. "I'm in the hospital, but it's because I had lung cancer surgery yesterday. They caught it really early," she said.
"It's really weird, because I've never smoked a cigarette in my life, so it was a surprise," Micucci continued. "But also I guess, also, it happens and so the greatest news is they caught it early, they got it out, I'm all good."
The "Garfunkel and Oates" star added that she'll "probably be moving slow for a few weeks," but is excited to get back to painting.
Micucci also included a video of her taking a walk through the hospital while hooked up to an IV as she admired the building's artwork.
Lung cancer accounts for one in five cancer-related deaths in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. Active smokers and people who have previously smoked are the most at risk for the diagnosis.
It is rare for people who have never smoked to be diagnosed, but it can happen due to genetics or being exposed to radon, asbestos, secondhand smoke, air pollution and more, per the ACS.
'Home Alone' star Ken Hudson Campbellhas successful surgery for cancer after crowdfunding
Micucci answered a fan question in the comments section of her TikTok, revealing what caused her to do a screening.
"I had one thing in my bloodwork that came back really high," she explained. "So I went to a preventative doc who did a few scans. He scanned my heart and that's where the spot in my lung was noticed."
Comedian Tom Green commented, "Get well soon best wishes and good luck with your recovery."
In addition to Micucci's roles on "Big Bang Theory" and "Garfunkel & Oates," she's done voice-over work for numerous movies and films including "Mickey Mouse Funhouse," "Doc McStuffins: The Doc and Bella Are In!" and voicing Velma Dinkley in various "Scooby-Doo!" projects.
Micucci is also a singer-songwriter, recently releasing the children's album "My Hat" in November.
'I'm crushing big-time, Daphne!':Fans cheer as new 'Scooby-Doo' depicts Velma as queer
veryGood! (3)
Related
- Can Bill Belichick turn North Carolina into a winner? At 72, he's chasing one last high
- Georgia readies to resume executions after a 4-year pause brought by COVID and a legal agreement
- 'Let’s make history:' Unfazed Rangers look to win back-to-back World Series titles | Nightengale's Notebook
- Andrea Bocelli and son Matteo release stirring Oscars version of 'Time to Say Goodbye'
- Former Syrian official arrested in California who oversaw prison charged with torture
- Emma Stone wins second Oscar for best actress, with a slight wardrobe malfunction: Watch
- Selma Blair Rocks Bra Top During 2024 Oscars Party Outing Amid Multiple Sclerosis Battle
- 10 AWD cars and SUVs for 2024 under $30,000
- 'No Good Deed': Who's the killer in the Netflix comedy? And will there be a Season 2?
- John Cena argues with Oscars host Jimmy Kimmel over nude bit: 'You wrestle naked, why not?'
Ranking
- Civic engagement nonprofits say democracy needs support in between big elections. Do funders agree?
- Why Emily Blunt and Florence Pugh's Oscars Dresses Are Stumping Fans
- Oscars 2024: Jimmy Kimmel Just Wondered if Bradley Cooper Is Actually Dating His Mom Gloria
- Oscars 2024: Jimmy Kimmel Just Wondered if Bradley Cooper Is Actually Dating His Mom Gloria
- Most popular books of the week: See what topped USA TODAY's bestselling books list
- Royal Expert Omid Scobie Weighs in On Kate Middleton Photo Controversy
- Who has the most Oscars of all time? Academy Awards records that made history
- What is the NFL tampering window? Everything to know about pre-free agency period
Recommendation
Trump wants to turn the clock on daylight saving time
Most teens report feeling happy or peaceful when they go without smartphones, Pew survey finds
Florida rivals ask courts to stop online sports gambling off tribal lands
John Cena Is Naked at the 2024 Oscars and You Don't Want to Miss This
Intel's stock did something it hasn't done since 2022
Dawn Staley apologizes for South Carolina's part in fight with LSU in SEC championship game
What stores are open Easter 2024? See details for Target, Walmart, Home Depot, TJ Maxx
Beached sperm whale dies after beaching along Florida’s Gulf Coast