James Pickens Jr. Cancer diagnosis was revealed by the Grey’s Anatomy star, who announced he has been battling prostate cancer. The news closely mirrors a storyline on the show, where his character, Dr. Richard Webber, recently announced his own cancer diagnosis in the season 22 midseason finale.
Pickens, 71, confirmed that the disease runs in his family. He credited his diligence in getting annual physicals and PSA testing for catching the James Pickens Jr. Cancer in its earliest stage. The actor has used his platform to stress the importance of early detection, especially for Black men, who face a higher risk.
