Hollywood actor Jeff Bridges has announced he has been diagnosed with lymphoma.
He told fans the prognosis is “good” and that he was starting treatment for the cancer.
The 70-year-old has starred in films including The Big Lebowski, Crazy Heart and True Grit.
Announcing his diagnosis on social media, Oscar-winner Bridges referenced one of his most famous characters and said: “As the Dude would say.. New S**T has come to light. I have been diagnosed with Lymphoma.
"Although it is a serious disease, I feel fortunate that I have a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good. I’m starting treatment and will keep you posted on my recovery.
“I’m profoundly grateful for the love and support from my family and friends. Thank you for your prayers and well wishes.”
Bridges ended the message by urging fans to vote in the presidential election, adding: “Because we are all in this together. Love, Jeff.”
Fans and celebrities wished Bridges well following the diagnosis.
Actress Patricia Arquette said: “Sending you and your family love and healing.”
Comedian Kathy Griffin tweeted: “Jeff, sending you the wish, the hope, that you get everything you need and anything you want.”
And Star Trek’s George Takei said: “You’re a fighter. You can beat this.”
Bridges is perhaps best known as middle-aged Jeffrey ‘The Dude’ Lebowski in 1998 cult classic The Big Lebowski.
He has earned seven Oscar nominations over his career, most recently a best supporting actor nod for the 2017 heist film Hell Or High Water.
