ESPN SportsCenter anchor Jay Harris, aged 60, announced on Good Morning America during an interview Thursday with Michael Strahan that he was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Harris shared that he will undergo surgery on June 10 and plans to take approximately a month off from SportsCenter to recover, expressing optimism about his prognosis.
He stated, “Per my last scan, nothing has spread, so once we take out the prostate, hopefully that will be it,” and noted his doctor is “quite optimistic” about a full recovery.
Harris, who joined ESPN in 2003, also revealed a family history of prostate cancer, as his father and other relatives battled the disease, with his father surviving it. He emphasized the importance of men discussing health issues openly, saying, “By not talking, we sentence ourselves to death,” and aims to raise awareness about early detection, particularly for men of African descent who face higher risks. Harris remains confident, stating he’ll return “better than ever.”
Posts on X and various sources, including Fox News and ESPN, reflect support from fans and colleagues, with the V Foundation for Cancer Research also wishing him a speedy recovery
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