Rhod Gilbert's Story | Head and Neck Cancer

Rhod Gilbert's Story | Head and Neck Cancer | Stand Up To Cancer

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“I literally left as a patron and returned as a patient.” When comedian Rhod Gilbert was in Cuba on a fundraising trek for Velindre Cancer Centre, he noticed a lump appear on his neck. He was later diagnosed with head and neck cancer.
Rhod shared his story with the nation for the National Comedy Awards for Stand Up To Cancer on Friday 17 February. Watch below as he shares his experience of cancer, and the progress he’s made.
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@rachaelpate6778 Жыл бұрын

I had stage 4 cancer at 15. Thanks to research & fund raising I’ve been cancer free for 38 years. Thank you for all you’ve done for cancer research! I’m so sorry you have it now. Prayers sent up!

@Frank289100 Жыл бұрын

RACHAEL, WHAT TREATMENTS DID THEY GIVE YOU 38 YEARS AGO? ALSO IN YOUR OPINION WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE WAS THE CAUSE OF YOUR CANCER?

@rachaelpate6778 Жыл бұрын

@Frank289100 I had chemo &!radiation treatments. I believe it was all the second hand smoke I was around all the time. My dad’s family smoked like freight trains.

@wonderwoman5528 Жыл бұрын

Rhod still makes us laugh even when talking about what must have been â physically and mentally gruelling time. Here’s to Rhod getting back to full recovery 🍺 x

@RealSalica Жыл бұрын

I didn't know . I'm glad you had good care Rhod . My husband was diagnosed with lung cancer stage 4 (no he never smoked ) , that was 9 years ago ...at the time they were giving him 6-9 months to live . But with the new treatments , he is still here with a pretty good quality of life (No bottle of Oxygen needed) ....So yes , science are doing an amazing job and if you have someone you know with cancer , please try to help research for cancer , because it could be you needed them sooner than you think .

@wonderwoman5528 Жыл бұрын

May your husband’s good health long continue

@Frank289100 Жыл бұрын

THANK GOD NOT SCIENCE. GOD SPARED YOUR HUSBAND. TAKE WHAT I AM TELLING YOU HERE VERY SERIOUSLY.

@henrietta9206 6 ай бұрын

Dad was also Stage4, no smokes as well, gone in 8 months. Oh how the chips fall.

@vedantbhard 6 ай бұрын

I hope you and him are still doing well today.

@factnotfiction5067 6 ай бұрын

TQ for your post. My wife was diagnosed with the same...LCS4... Like you I was terrified for her, she didnt smoke or crink and was active.... Her postive energy along with her medication has turned her terminal diagnosis to a diagnosis of "Hang On A mInute Here She Is Still In The Fight" She started her chemo on Monday 8th of Jan. Surgery was never an option but neither was Chemo. Chemo could be started after her body started to reject the Tagrisso. But Not anymore,, Its 3 days after her 1st Chemo and she is flying it. Her PET scan showed clear, Her bloods are almost back to normal, (Not quite there Yet) but I feel sure her positive mental attitude will get her over the line.. Best of all is that she is for all to see , kicking cancers ass. I cannot tell how much you rpost has meant to me. Thank You for lifting my hopes..

@jasman71 Жыл бұрын

My lovely neighbour, the nicest couple there is, he and sian ❤

@felicitymcdougle4981 Жыл бұрын

Not sure anyone cares you are his neighbour 🙄

@KitagumaIgen Жыл бұрын

@@felicitymcdougle4981 some people might care that they are nice people, you might not.

@felicitymcdougle4981 Жыл бұрын

@@KitagumaIgen or maybe they just want the likes cos they are neighbours? Why not just stop at they are nice? Why mention his wife's name? No privacy 🙄

@KitagumaIgen Жыл бұрын

@@felicitymcdougle4981 Regarding privacy: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhod_Gilbert Now that we have clarified that that is not an issue, we can turn to the neighbour part: that will give some credence to the claim, since most of us have some interactions with our neighbours, and can better judge their level of niceness - compared to a complete stranger of a random celebrity.

@felicitymcdougle4981 Жыл бұрын

@KitagumaIgen and? They were just letting the world know they are neighbours.... for likes! Very sad!

@chriswalford9228 Жыл бұрын

You may not be able to take the cancer out of the comedian, but he took the comedy (piss) out of the cancer. Best wishes Rhod for a full recovery.

@SB-dv8ih 10 ай бұрын

Valindre saved my dads life along with thousands of others. Get well soon Rhod

@sergec.2014 11 ай бұрын

About 5 years ago I was in South Korea for a long stay. Not knowing the language I spent much time on KZfaq. This was where and when I discovered Rod Gilbert. I immediately fell in love with his comedy and stage energy. I just now discovered this news. Mr. Gilbert...I will pray for your recovery and for your trip to Moracco. Thank you Mr. Gilbert, for being you.

@kenaustinardenol1338 Жыл бұрын

Rhod, big Dutch fan here, wish you all the best and very happy to hear you are recovering well. Hope it stays that way.

@anawonka Жыл бұрын

Bless him❤❤❤❤❤❤

@jackylennon5108 Жыл бұрын

I myself am a head and neck cancer survivor coming up to my seven year anniversary of tumour removal by surgery ( Maxillectomy) and leading a normal life and wishing you well ❤x

@masoodrehman118 Ай бұрын

Congrats on your recovery, warrior!

@zeldads Жыл бұрын

Was so sad when I heard the news and beyond pleased he's beating it

@Greybeard101 Жыл бұрын

I know this video is a month old but I felt I must leave a comment. Velindre Cancer Centre, as it is now, was also my "alma mater". In 1982, a persistent cough turned out to be a Thymoma. After a failed operation, I was "passed" to Velindre. Chemo and radiotherapy was pretty brutal, in those days, but the consultants, therapists and nursing staff were all brilliant and got me through it. I've been in remission (I never say cured) for 40 years, now, living a normal life. I can assure you that any donation is going to a very good cause.

@eightiesmusic1984 Жыл бұрын

Moving comment- very glad to hear you are well. All good wishes.

@LordZedd92 Жыл бұрын

I remember the first time I saw Rhod GIlbert on television. He was doing a routine on coming to Ireland on holiday and losing his suitcase with just the pull handle being left. My dad was watching too and I never saw him laugh so hard. He was crying with laughter. I was laughing hard too. All the best Rhod.

@helenlizzystewart4908 Жыл бұрын

yes that was first time I had seen him I ended up with stomach cramps from laughing so hard

@daved2352 Жыл бұрын

That bit had me and my brother howling. Utterly hilarious.

@helenroach4634 6 ай бұрын

Yeh that's a classic, love it!!

@TAlyse-qj1oc Жыл бұрын

WOOOOOOO I AM SO GLAD HE IS RECOVERING!

@caglmdpoof9119 Жыл бұрын

❤ you in America Rhod! Bless you, Sian, your loved ones & your caregivers.

@christopherabbott7132 Жыл бұрын

I can relate to this, two years ago I too had a lump come up on my neck which turned out to be cancerous. Two operations plus chemotherapy/radiotherapy plus a PEG Tube in my stomach later I am still here to tell the tale, this is all thanks to the medical team consisting of Consultants, Speech and Language Therapists, Dieticians and not forgetting the amazing MacMillan Nurses. I still meet up with the Consultants on a regular basis and every so often MacMillan arrange an evening at their centre at our local hospital where you meet up with other patients who have all suffered with some sort of Head and Neck Cancer. Thank you all and thank you NHS ❤!!!!!!

@paulalaughton7238 6 ай бұрын

I had esophageal cancer at 37 mother of three children it didn't make sense people said you smoke you drink I didn't I'm still here at 53 but the trauma of treatment and surgery is still with me

@nagosnell Жыл бұрын

I'm a Yank and Rhod is little known in the states but I hope this changes. I discovered 8 Out of 10 Cats, somehow, on KZfaq, then found him and have followed him on Taskmaster and everything else since then. He seems like such a great guy. I think I learned of his cancer around the same time I found out what happened to Sean Locke (it wouldn't have been known in the U.S.) and it just stabbed me. I hope Rhods doing well and he has a big fan here.

@CS-pi5oc Жыл бұрын

You said it all for me. One thing lead to another. I wish him well.

@user-rr8xj3ed4u 7 ай бұрын

I'm a Yank and would have never known about Rhod if it wasn't for Taskmaster. I have since watched any and all KZfaq videos of him because his comedy is gold. I'm glad he's recovering. I think he's a good man who happens to be brilliant at making people laugh and I hope he does that for many years to come.

@ivanajuraga6746 Жыл бұрын

Missed you Rhod. So glad to hear things are looking up. And thank you for continuing to fundraise!

@bryter00 Жыл бұрын

Awesome, awesome, awesome. It’s so great seeing Rhod again.

@BenQotsa Жыл бұрын

he seems such a nice guy

@echognomecal6742 Жыл бұрын

If you've not seen his shyness documentary, I recommend it

@bri_____ Жыл бұрын

Love you, rhod ❤️

@noraa3428 Жыл бұрын

Happy to see an update. As well as that this was a few days ago 💕. Pray for your and your family's health, safety, happiness and all the blessings. Watching you over last few years helped ease the grief im living with and I'm sure many more around the world. 🇦🇪Fan

@marywood8794 Жыл бұрын

So glad to see this update on Rhod's cancer. I'm very happy to see that he's doing better. Love him and his wife...a fan from the U.S.!

@sarac.3259 Жыл бұрын

One of my favourite comedians - love Rhod Gilbert. Plus he's Welsh. 😊 Keep well, Rhod, and Well Done for all the amazing treks and fundraising gigs. (Have texted a donation.)

@henrietta9206 6 ай бұрын

Welsh men are known for being handsome. My partner of course....is welsh. ❤

@bigphinis675 Жыл бұрын

he is a legend

@Maerahn Жыл бұрын

What an amazing guy. Went through absolute hell after doing so much for such a great cause, but is still able to find the comedy in his situation. Props to you, Rhod Gilbert, and so glad you're on the mend now.

@katieprandle5613 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you looking so well. You have been incredibly brave.

@billbauer9795 6 ай бұрын

What could he have done for you to not think that he has been brave?

@lornainlondon4527 Жыл бұрын

GOOD ON U RHODRI & GOOD LUCK TO U 🙏🏻❤️🍀💔🇬🇧

@johnlowe3050 Жыл бұрын

Lovely bloke...pleased hes recovering.

@nuagefoaminc6772 Жыл бұрын

Speedy recovery Rhod. I am a huge fan and wish you many more years of a good healthy life.

@laurahoward7126 Жыл бұрын

You're awesome for sharing your story and I hope you fully recover 🤩

@christianjacquesbennett 8 ай бұрын

Rhod 💪❤ ... Ironically now you're leading from the front! Good speed.. and remember.. all will always end perfectly as nature always intended 🙏

@elainehanly4702 Жыл бұрын

U are such a positive person glad you are doing ok hopefully it will stay this way for you

@alisonmary1443 Жыл бұрын

Your stand ups make me laugh till my sides hurt, The poor hoover 🤣Get well soon young man, we need you 💖

@alanna4858 Жыл бұрын

Love Rhod xx

@angelareimann6433 Жыл бұрын

All hail to researchers and scientists. Without your quiet dedication we are left with techniques and medical treatments that really need improving. New cancer tools are being carefully created every year. Bless you all.

@Frank289100 Жыл бұрын

BUT WHERE IS THE CURE, AND MOST OF ALL WHY AREN'T THESE RESEARCHERS AND SCIENTISTS FINDING THE CAUSES WHICH FAR OUTWEIGHTS THE CURE?

@kimwright9321 Жыл бұрын

Great your positive. Your a lovely guy. Keep trucking and I hope you reach that goal x

@joycedurham1729 Жыл бұрын

Good luck to you! Glad your doing well

@glynperrisgp 10 ай бұрын

Rhod I'm so glad to see you and hear you are back on TV and your recovery has gone so well. Thank God for people like you still finding time to make us laugh in the face of adversity. The fact you want to fundraise shows us how much you care about others who are suffering. You are a great bloke and an inspiration to us all. Keep smiling 😊

@Louisejames23 Жыл бұрын

God bless you mate, take your time and come back when you’re ready. ❤👍

@nataliemccall7291 8 ай бұрын

So brilliant to see this lovely man is getting his life back.

@annfernakerpan6654 Жыл бұрын

Wishing you a continued and speedy recovery Rhod, to get you back living your best life and on the comedy circuit. Thank you for your fundraising efforts on behalf of Velindre.

@howardsend6589 Жыл бұрын

All the best Rhod.

@holyfieldism Жыл бұрын

Top man rhod and Thankyou for raising awareness 👍

@Madders23 Жыл бұрын

I love you Rhod. My favourite comedian. It’s so good to see you looking so good and that all is positive. I wish for you to get stronger every day. ❤

@holaclive 3 ай бұрын

Hope he has a full recovery. Very funny guy, love his appearances on WILTY.

@kimmitchell3506 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Rhod for being so giving then bloody sharing your journey is no less personally frighting than anyone else

@100CupsColombia Жыл бұрын

Good lad-I'm recovering

@megaflux7144 10 ай бұрын

we love you rhod.

@elainebigalke730 6 ай бұрын

Rhod I love and Admire you for your strength and for telling us your story.I've always loved watching you here in Germany ( a Britin that moved abroad) and your humour keeps me going❤❤❤

@lynettegriffith9985 Жыл бұрын

Lovely to see you Rhod looking amazing. Keep getting better and lots of love ❤️ ❤

@gemmashenton9389 8 ай бұрын

Lovely my son said he was on London show with a peace of paper up to cancer 😍

@sharicohen274 5 ай бұрын

Wow. Please God you should have a full recovery and continue your amazing work

@raewynmacdonald3531 5 ай бұрын

I love you Hod. Even all the way out here in NZ. That's the little country under OZ. Kia kaha mate. Get well.

@raewynmacdonald3531 5 ай бұрын

That was meant to say Rhod lol

@clairmeldrum1572 Жыл бұрын

So sorry you, anyone! goes through this. All the best to you Rhod. ❤

@julieannbiddles4638 Жыл бұрын

How is he not the most famous comedian in UK. He's one of the very best. Love him. Good luck Rod x

@derekblack8189 Жыл бұрын

good positive message Rhod, you're looking well. I take patients who have cancer to their various appointments and what stands out is the positivity from all of them.

@eltonioh Жыл бұрын

One of my favourite comedians, fantastic to hear you're recovering long may it continue!

@scottswan4204 Жыл бұрын

Much admiration, I have always thought, what a good dude. Inspirational. Best wishes. 👍

@carolelangat-fortune4557 Жыл бұрын

Glad you are feeling better Rhod 🙏

@jacquismith3277 Жыл бұрын

God bless you, Rhod. Sending love. ❤❤❤❤❤

@sarahpearce94 Жыл бұрын

What amazing energy he has... made me chuckle such a lot in this short segment. All the best Rhod!

@jennybee4870 6 ай бұрын

So lovely to see you Rhod I'm so pleased you are recovering.❤

@Morgan-yl3ou Жыл бұрын

Great to hear " youre coming back " Rhod ! Wishing you great times ahead , including that wonderful Morocam cancer trek. Much love from Cardiff in wet Wales...... 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚🍺😎👍

@cmwau Жыл бұрын

What an inspiration x seen him live a couple of times x my absolute favourite comedian x

@fay791 Жыл бұрын

aw brilliant ,❤

@eddieeddie8896 8 ай бұрын

What a problem... All the best... Best wishes Eddie

@CrystalShannon713 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing man - all the best for a good recovery ☺️

@helmutreichart9081 7 ай бұрын

Love the positivity, know how you’re feeling. Good Luck and Bless You👍

@tonihannah8480 8 ай бұрын

I just want to wish you the best and well done you are so brave . I work as a carer on rotary ward looking after patients with head and neck cancer . Sending you both lots of love xx

@Edie45 Жыл бұрын

I’m sure I join many others in wishing you a strong recovery so that you can continue your charitable work and the jokes, stories and comebacks that we all enjoy so much.

@dennisf9819 9 ай бұрын

I feel for Rod, because he's obviously making a joke of it, as I did when diagnosed with osophageal cancer during covid. But they caught it really early and I've had the all clear, my voice cuts out on its own accord, but I am lucky, good luck to you mate. Let's hope this is a new start for you. And love and peace to your lovely family.

@jimjam8949 5 ай бұрын

I love Rhod. Very funny guy but since his TV series where he spent time with people doing difficult jobs ( can't remember what it was called ) he shot up even more in my estimations. Just seems an authentic top bloke. Here s to his good health going forwards.

@AwksWallflower Ай бұрын

Rhod Gilbert’s Work Experience, great show

@svenhaheim Жыл бұрын

Lovely guy wishing all the best.❤

@heartshapedisle Жыл бұрын

❤ Rhod and his honesty and humour. Watch everything he does. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@racheld9147 Жыл бұрын

You're amazing Rhod! 👏

@helenroach4634 6 ай бұрын

Here in Aotearoa/New Zealand he has lifted my spirits, been my 'tonic' and at times made me nearly wet myself with his fabulous humour 😂. But even more he comes across as a fabulously diwn to earth, lovely guy. Much Aroha (Maori for love,care and concern) always ❤

@starofdavid9919 10 ай бұрын

So sorry to hear that and so glad the treatment is doing its thing, as a Glaswegian its not easy to make me laugh but Rhod Gilbert is one of the most genuinely funny guys about, wish you well for the future Rhod.

@nigeloneal2079 Жыл бұрын

All the best mate ,just watched your work experience jobs ,great watch ,thanks for your strength in a difficult situation .

@leighjones6514 Жыл бұрын

I’m recovering from breast cancer and just about to undergo a course of radiotherapy at Velindre Cancer Centre. It’s such an amazing place and the staff are incredible. Rhod ….. I hope you’re doing well. Good luck on your cancer journey ❤️❤️❤️

@Frank289100 Жыл бұрын

LEIGH, ARE YOU AWARE THAT MAMMOGRAPHS ARE THE MAJOR CAUSE OF THE BREAST CANCER EPIDEMIC WE ARE SEEING TODAY. LET ME EXPLAIN IT IN LAYMENS TERMS. LETS SAY I TAKE THE CYLINDER HEAD OFF MY SMALL BLOCK FORD AND PLACED IT ON A WOMEN'S BREAST WHICH SIMULATES THE PRESSURE THEY PUT ON THE WOMEN'S BREAST DURING A MAMMOGRAM. THE PRESSURE FROM THE WEIGHT OF THAT CYLINDER HEAD IS COMPRESSING THE CELLS TO THE POINT WHERE THEY ARE READY TO RUPTURE AND BURST. THEN I TAKE THE CATHODE RAY TUBE FROM A MICROWAVE OVEN SIMULATING THE RADIATION THEY EXPOSE THE BREAST TOO. AND BOMBARD THE BREAST UNDER THIS PRESSURE WITH RADIATION. WHERE NOW THOSE CELLS THAT ARE READY TO RUPTURE AND BURST ARE EXPLODING AND FRYING LIKE EGGS FROM THE RADIATION THEY ARE BEING EXPOSED TO. THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT IS HAPPENING DURING A MAMMOGRAM. THOSE NORMAL CELLS THAT ARE DAMAGED BY THIS PROCEDURE. LATER ON BECOME CANCER BECAUSE THE RADIATION MUTATED THEM AND THEY COME BACK WITH A VENGENCE.

@bullshitsorry5734 8 ай бұрын

bless you, I also have had the very same. 👍🏻 bless you.

@andyarmstrong1175 Жыл бұрын

Invest in a 10 million candle power torch it might not help but that sketch will cheer you up no end! 😁🇬🇧👍

@tonydunn3652 7 ай бұрын

They say laughter is the best medicine, so I’m pretty sure Rhods gonna be just fine, great comedian.All the best Rhod.❤❤❤❤

@tobyamis2104 Жыл бұрын

Rhod, so pleased to see you are on the road to recovery! I have just been given the all clear from cancer on my vocal chords (diagnosed dec 21) and also had radiotherapy. It's tough but amazing what can be done by our fabulous NHS these days. I am just embarking on a journey as a board member and trustee of the Oracle Cancer Trust, leading awareness drives, research, collaboration, education and patient experience improvements for Head and Neck Cancers). I'd dearly love to connect with you and collaborate in some ways!

@Irene-xs9pc Жыл бұрын

Get well soon Rhod, I’ve donated because cancer is not fussy who you are in life, it will get you,god bless you and your family ❤

@DetectingMooTubes Жыл бұрын

Only just seen this video , I have seen many famous stand up comedians over the years , but when asked who is my favourite and why ,the answer is always Rhod Gilbert , as apart from being very funny he always comes across as very genuine , and although I new he had been ill, I've only just seen/watched this video and it has brought a tear to my eye .

@bullshitsorry5734 8 ай бұрын

thank you rhod 👍🏻😊♥️

@skinnylegsbarefootshoes Жыл бұрын

I had exactly the same symptoms as you, and pretty much the same treatment by the sounds of it. My care was also excellent by the NHS in Leicester’s Osbourne Centre. I’m glad you are doing well now 😊 9 years ago I finished my treatment and I’m running the London Marathon in a month and an Ultra Marathon in May too. I hope you get to do your trek to the Atlas Mountains - that sounds awesome 👌

@donhanlon7121 Жыл бұрын

Top man, great voice great character, continued good health and recovery Rhod, haven't seen you since The Appreciate (After show)☘️🇮🇪

@vanessabrowne2057 Жыл бұрын

Good luck in your recovery rhod ❤

@robwhitton7399 8 ай бұрын

Just watched it, oh my god,I salute you sir,I laughed and cried tells it how it is with much needed humour 👍🤣🙏

@narrowboat-nonsense Жыл бұрын

Good luck to ya Rhod

@JankoDeGraaf 5 ай бұрын

Everybody loves Rhod. Good on you brother ❤

@LouiseTaylor-ub5zq Жыл бұрын

Love you Rhod❤

@sonialamb4252 Жыл бұрын

God bless ❤ get well

@williamhawthorne1375 Жыл бұрын

God luck Rod with your recovery, the world is a better place with you and your likes,all the best mate 😘😘😘Lizzie

@mweya3 5 ай бұрын

It's so sad. I'm fully in belief and awe of the honesty and character of this incredible man. It's not his first life battle and he still comes out punching with humour. The shame is the distrust I feel towards charity 'Organisations', who with no doubt have chosen a wonderful ambassador on this occasion. I would prefer to donate to personal/individual "Go Fund Me" fundraisers, though. From BLM to Health matters, Charities need to clean their act up & be seen as transparent & honest as this man. Stop eating away the donations on lining the pockets of administrational board members. It is no better than grifting if you purport to "Give" to charity if you are actually making a "Living" out of charity by scamming the true hearts of charity that would honestly give their own shirt.

@ghengis430 Жыл бұрын

Hope Rhod recovers OK. Good man.

@JD-cw4qg Жыл бұрын

Aww Rhod, its been way too long and I admire you so much for battling this bastad disease. You look amazing and its brilliant to see this , keep looking ahead to that mammoth trek, you'll get there for sure 😊😊👍👏