Mark Hoppus Reveals He Is Battling Cancer

June 24th, 2021 - 1:22 PM EDT by Adam Downer

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Mark Hoppus from blink 182 performing at a concert.

Blink-182 bassist Mark Hoppus revealed he has been battling cancer for three months yesterday in an Instagram post. He showed a picture of himself at the hospital and posted a statement in the stories function of the app.

mark hoppus sitting in hopsital

"For the past three months I’ve been undergoing chemotherapy for cancer," he wrote. "It sucks and I’m scared, and at the same time I’m blessed with incredible doctors and family and friends to get me through this."

mark hoppus cancer statement

Hoppus received an outpouring of support after his announcement. Current bandmate Travis Barker told E! News, ​“Mark is my brother and I love and support him. I will be with him every step of the way onstage and off and can’t wait for us to play together again soon.” Former bandmate Tom Delonge also tweeted his support for Mark.


The news devastated fans of the band on social media, who delivered well wishes in droves.




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