“Of course mortality is on the mind. But I’m not afraid.” Legendary Chat Show Host Opens Up About Cancer Diagnosis.

Televison chat show host Sir Michael Parkinson has revealed he is being treated for prostate cancer.

Parky, as presenter is fondly known, was diagnosed after a routine medical in October. He told The Sun on Sunday: "It was a great shock, but I have been told to expect to make a full recovery."

The popular broadcaster said: "Of course mortality is on the mind. But I'm not afraid.

"My wife Mary has been a tremendous support and while she has been, of course, very upset, she can see how I have approached this.

The star insisted that the treatment will not stop him working, saying; "I don't feel ill. And I will keep working. I have no intention of stopping working."

Backing an awareness campaign, Parkinson added; "All that concerns me now is for men around the country to stop and take notice of any symptoms that might save their lives. I'm not a softy. If you show the symptoms of this dreadful disease, get help. Men need to get themselves checked. It will save lives."