BBC star announces hes in last stages of life in | UK News

A County Down actor who gained recognition in BBC police drama Hope Street has revealed a devastating health update in his four-year battle with cancer. Finnian Garbutt, from Bangor, has established himself as a cherished presence on the Northern Ireland-produced drama, portraying PC Ryan Power on the programme since 2023.

The 28-year-old found a lump behind his ear at the end of 2020, but assumed it was an ingrown hair. When lockdown restrictions lifted, and he was ready to go to his barber store for a trim, he grew apprehensive when his barber noticed the lump had expanded “quite substantially.” At 25, he was identified with malignant melanoma and has utilised his platform to marketing campaign and promote awareness amongst other younger people.

Since his cancer journey commenced, he has wed his spouse Louise, bought a home, appeared in a BBC drama and welcomed the “most incredible” little lady, experiences Belfast Live.

He posted on social media at the weekend to inform his associates and followers that his stage 4 cancer has “progressed rapidly”.

He said: “Over the last month or so l’ve been having quite a bit of pain in my back and hip. My cancer team admitted me the other day for observations and to do a few scans.

“Unfortunately. the scans have shown that the cancer has progressed quickly in my physique and l am now coming into the last stages of my life.

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“I’m putting this out there as it is really difficult to tell people individually and I hope now it’s in the open then I can enjoy the time with my amazing family and friends.

“Since being identified 4 years in the past I’ve achieved so many of my life objectives – 30 episodes in a TV show, being the lead in a film (that ought to be out soon), shopping for my own home, marrying my best buddy and turning into a father to the most unbelievable child lady who never fails to make me smile.

“Thank you to all that have reached out over the years and supported me and my family.

“If anybody needs to meet up for a pint, espresso or normal bit of craic please attain out and we are able to attempt and make it work.”