Bishop Michael Curry who gave inspiring sermon at Harry and Meghan’s wedding has prostate cancer and ‘knew diagnosis when he travelled to UK’
- Bishop Michael Curry was diagnosed with prostate cancer several months ago
- Curry announced he will have surgery on Tuesday to remove the prostrate glan
- Despite the illness he gave a sermon at Harry and Meghan’s wedding in May
- Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby praised the passion of Curry’s sermon
Bishop Michael Curry who stole headlines at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in May has been diagnosed with cancer.
Curry shot to fame after giving an impassioned speech at the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s wedding ceremony.
But the Church revealed on Thursday the bishop had been diagnosed with prostate cancer months earlier and decided to give the address in spite of his illness.
Bishop Michael Curry’s passionate 14-minute address entitled ‘The Power of Love’ (pictured) was the most tweeted about moment of Meghan and Harry’s big day
In a letter, which was released by the Church, Bishop Curry wrote: ‘After a variety of tests, consultations and conversations with my wife and daughters, I decided on a surgical treatment course.
‘I am happy to say that the prognosis looks very good and quite positive.
‘I have spoken with several others who have gone through this, and who have offered both encouragement and helpful advice.
‘I will be in the hospital for at least a day, then at home to recuperate.’
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