Dermot Murnaghan Shares Hope and Updates on Stage Four Prostate Cancer During BBC Breakfast Appearance in London

For many, Dermot Murnaghan has been a familiar face on British television for decades, fronting shows from BBC Breakfast to Sky News and the quiz programme Eggheads.

But now, the 67-year-old broadcaster has opened up about a very personal battle: his fight against stage four prostate cancer.

Returning to BBC Breakfast this week, Murnaghan spoke candidly about the realities of living with an advanced form of the disease and offered hope to others facing similar challenges.

Facing Stage Four Prostate Cancer Head-On

Murnaghan revealed that while his cancer is incurable at this stage, it is not untreatable.

“Yeah, I’m doing good. I’m stage four, very clear about that.

At this point it’s incurable, but it’s not untreatable and that’s the big point you’ve got to make to people,” he told presenters Sally Nugent and Jon Kay.

He emphasized that millions of people in the UK and their families are living with stage four cancer, and it isn’t “game over.”

“There are great treatments out there, there are great professionals looking after people. And they’re looking after me.

So, yeah, you can see I’m feeling good and doing good,” Murnaghan added, offering reassurance to those watching.

How Stage Four Cancer Affects the Body

Stage four prostate cancer means the cancer has spread beyond the prostate into other parts of the body.

While it is generally not curable, it can be treated, and symptoms can include urinary difficulties, blood in urine or semen, back, hip, or pelvic pain, erectile dysfunction, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue.

Men over 50, those with a family history of the disease, and individuals with a Black ethnic background are considered higher-risk groups.

A Shift in Priorities

Murnaghan explained how his diagnosis has changed his perspective on life.

“It changes your focus. Your focus, mentally first of all, your priorities—it’s very clear what your priorities are.

Your own health, of course, and the effect for so many people who are in this position, your family,” he said.

He highlighted that cancer doesn’t just affect the person diagnosed, but also touches the lives of family and loved ones.

For Murnaghan, family comes first, and his focus has shifted to maintaining his well-being while raising awareness about the disease.

Urging Men to Get Checked

Murnaghan is now a passionate advocate for early screening and awareness, especially for men in high-risk groups.

“My message here today is men, if you’re in a high-risk group, go and get yourself checked,” he urged.

Earlier this year, Murnaghan publicly shared his diagnosis on social media, thanking his medical team for their expertise and compassion.

“I’m responding positively to their excellent treatment, and feeling well,” he wrote, encouraging others to take action and prioritize their health.

Life Beyond the Diagnosis

Despite the challenges, Murnaghan continues to live a full life.

He has been married to his wife Maria for nearly 36 years, and the couple has four children.

Through his openness about his illness, he hopes to provide hope, encouragement, and guidance to others navigating prostate cancer, demonstrating that even at stage four, life can continue with purpose and positivity.