Katie Thurston, known for her role on The Bachelorette, recently opened up about her ongoing health journey. In a video shared with her Instagram followers on March 28, Thurston disclosed that her breast cancer, originally diagnosed several weeks ago, has metastasized to her liver, resulting in a stage 4 classification.

Diagnosis and Initial Reactions

Thurston, who has been diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma, was awaiting results from a liver biopsy after a PET scan revealed potential issues. Despite the seriousness of the diagnosis, she expressed a sense of optimism. “I know stage four can sound very scary, and it can be,” she commented. Thurston remains hopeful due to the early detection and her triple-positive cancer status.

Upcoming Treatment Plans

The television personality plans to commence her treatment, including chemotherapy, the following Friday. Before embarking on her therapy regimen, Thurston is focusing on fertility, an important step she is undertaking with her husband, Jeff Arcuri.

Personal Life and Support System

In the midst of her medical updates, Thurston also celebrated personal milestones. She and Arcuri were married in an intimate ceremony on March 22. This decision, she shared, was influenced by the desire to embrace the uncertain future brought by her health challenges.

“One night he said, ‘I want to show you that I still love you and that I’m here to stay. I’ll get married to you tomorrow.’” – Katie Thurston

Thurston expressed gratitude for her support network, including her family who joined the ceremony.