Hey Hey It’s Saturday legend Wilbur Wilde has revealed he underwent surgery for the same aggressive cancer that affected co-star John Blackman and music icon John Farnham.
The 69-year-old saxophone player had a third of his tongue and the floor of his mouth removed after being diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma.
The rare cancer was fortunately discovered early, giving Wilde the best chance of recovery.
In a remarkable show of resilience, the beloved entertainer was able to perform just three weeks after the major operation, using music as a form of rehabilitation.
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Wilde joins fellow Hey Hey It’s Saturday personality John Blackman and Australian music legend John Farnham in battling the aggressive form of cancer.
The early detection of Wilde’s condition has provided hope for a positive outcome as he continues his recovery journey.
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