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14-Sep-09, 20:11
John Hartson, the former Cetlic hero, has given his first TV interview since his cancer surgery earlier this summer. STV will broadcast the one-off documentary, John Hartson Fighting for My Life, on Monday September 14th
John shares the intimate details of the past few months, following his diagnosis of testicular cancer in July 2009. Looking as well as can be expected in a moving interview, he talks frankly about events leading up to his diagnosis, the immediate aftermath, and his current condition.
Paul Murray, Executive Producer at STV, said: John Hartson is a highly regarded and popular character in Scotland and his story will touch many who watch this documentary. His is a poignant and powerful tale, and one which were honoured to bring to viewers in Scotland.
TIn January 2008, ex-Celtic, Arsenal and Welsh international striker John Hartson retired from professional football. The frontman, who had scored 167 times in 399 professional matches, might have expected a lucrative and fulfilling retirement working as a TV pundit or of fulfilling his dreams of a career in management.
Instead, since July this year, he's been fighting for his life after being diagnosed with testicular cancer, which has affected both his brain and lungs.
The Celtic family in Scotland, both club and supporters, were among those who were quick to express their enduring support.
Hartson added: "I'm not going to be able to thank everyone personally for their message but I appreciate every one, both from inside and outside football. And the biggest thanks to my fantastic family and friends."
John shares the intimate details of the past few months, following his diagnosis of testicular cancer in July 2009. Looking as well as can be expected in a moving interview, he talks frankly about events leading up to his diagnosis, the immediate aftermath, and his current condition.
Paul Murray, Executive Producer at STV, said: John Hartson is a highly regarded and popular character in Scotland and his story will touch many who watch this documentary. His is a poignant and powerful tale, and one which were honoured to bring to viewers in Scotland.
TIn January 2008, ex-Celtic, Arsenal and Welsh international striker John Hartson retired from professional football. The frontman, who had scored 167 times in 399 professional matches, might have expected a lucrative and fulfilling retirement working as a TV pundit or of fulfilling his dreams of a career in management.
Instead, since July this year, he's been fighting for his life after being diagnosed with testicular cancer, which has affected both his brain and lungs.
The Celtic family in Scotland, both club and supporters, were among those who were quick to express their enduring support.
Hartson added: "I'm not going to be able to thank everyone personally for their message but I appreciate every one, both from inside and outside football. And the biggest thanks to my fantastic family and friends."