Bachelorette Star Katie Thurston Shares Stage 4 Cancer Treatment Update

Katie Thurston, star of The Bachelorette, has provided an emotional update on her battle with Stage 4 breast cancer, which has spread to her liver. Initially diagnosed with Stage 3 triple-positive breast cancer in California, she received a revised diagnosis of Stage 4 hormone-positive, HER-2 negative cancer after seeking a second opinion in New York, leading to a change in her treatment to oral medications and monthly injections instead of chemotherapy. Thurston shared on Instagram that she has completed two months of treatment, describing severe side effects such as significant hair loss and memory problems, including moments of confusion during travel and disagreements with her husband, comedian Jeff Arcuri. Despite these challenges, she remains optimistic about future medical advancements and plans to try a non-invasive treatment called Histotripsy for her liver tumors. She has been candid about the emotional toll of cancer, emphasizing the importance of allowing oneself to feel both strength and vulnerability during the journey. Throughout her updates, Thurston has maintained a raw and honest dialogue with her followers about living with advanced cancer.