Deion Sanders recently disclosed he had faced an intense health battle with a severe form of bladder cancer. At a press conference, Sanders confirmed that a cancerous tumor was removed and that he is currently cancer-free. Further, a newly emerged video captured actress Karrueche Tran visibly emotional during Sanders’ ordeal, offering him support throughout.
Karrueche Tran Breaks Down as Deion Sanders Reveals Cancer Battle
Sanders shared his private battle with bladder cancer, revealing that he underwent surgery to remove a tumor. A new video released by his media team captured a profoundly emotional moment, showing actress Karrueche Tran by his side in the hospital.
Tran, visibly tearful, spoke softly as Sanders prepared for the operation.
“He is having his bladder removed,” Tran said visibly in an emotional state. “And they will create a new bladder with his intestines, and this option was, I guess, the best because it fully removes the cancer to ensure that it doesn’t come back. Because it was close to the muscle, we are here to fully remove the bladder.”
Tran has long been rumored to be involved with Sanders, and her presence during this critical time has only fueled speculation. Sanders later addressed his health publicly, confirming the tumor was successfully removed.
“I am pleased to report that the results from the surgery are that he is cured from the cancer,” said Dr. Janet Kukreja, Director of Urological Oncology at the University of Colorado Cancer Center.
Lauren Askevold, Colorado’s team trainer, praised Sanders for his resilience, saying,
“He never folded one-time and never wavered.” Sanders, who lost 25 pounds during the ordeal, reflected on the journey. “It was dynamic. It was tough. It wasn’t a cakewalk. It wasn’t easy. That was a fight, but we made it.”
Deion Sanders Opens Up About Cancer Battle, Bladder Removal Surgery, and Coaching Plans
During a press briefing, Sanders was joined by his medical team. He explained,
“I can’t pee like I used to pee. It’s totally different,” Sanders said, sharing that a new bladder was constructed from his intestine and that he lost 25 pounds during recovery.
“I depend on Depends if you know what I mean,” he added. “I cannot control my bladder. So I get up to go to the bathroom already 4-5 times a night. And I’m sitting there waking up like my grandson. We in the same thing. We got the same problem right now.”
Despite the challenges, Sanders, who turns 58 next month, plans to coach the Buffaloes this fall and hinted there may be a portable toilet on the sidelines. Sanders previously had health setbacks, including toe amputations and blood clot surgeries. In his third season, he’ll lead Colorado into its August 29 opener against Georgia Tech at Folsom Field.
