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Lucy Davis dad Jasper Carrott speaks out over incurable cancer diagnosis

Jasper Carrott, who is the father of The Office star Lucy Davis, has emotionally spoken about just how "proud" he is of his daughter after she shared her cancer diagnosis

Jasper Carrott has paid tribute to his daughter Lucy Davis after she revealed her cancer diagnosis, saying he is 'so proud' of the actress.

Lucy, 53, who is best known for playing Dawn Tinsley alongside Ricky Gervais and Martin Freeman in the BBC version of The Office, revealed on Tuesday that she had been diagnosed with "incurable" breast cancer.

Now, comedy legend Jasper, who has been married to Lucy's mum Hazel K Jackson since 1972, has spoken out with an emotional statement. He said: "This is a very difficult time for the whole family and we have been supporting her in every way possible since her diagnosis.

[Lucy Davis as Dawn Tinsley]

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Lucy is best known for starring as Dawn Tinsley on The Office (Image: Lucy Davis/Instagram)

We are so grateful for all the support we have had over this trying time and we are very hopeful for her future being what she wants it to be.."

He added: "We are so proud of our daughter and love her so much. The way she has conducted herself through many traumatic health issues is a lesson to us all.

We would request privacy for the coming months, but thanks once again for the love and concern shown by so many people."

[Lucy Davis and Jasper Carrott]

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Lucy's dad is comedian, and Golden Balls host Jasper Carrott

Lucy broke the shock news on her Instagram page on Tuesday night, telling fans: I wanted to share something with you all that Ive kept to myself for a while but for various reasons would like to share now.

A year-and-a-half ago I was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, which has metastasized to my bones. Specifically to my spine, right hip and my ribs. The cancer is incurable, and too late for chemo.

The initial lump that I felt, wasnt a lump as such; rather a kind of hard spot. Really tiny. I almost didnt bother getting it checked. So I guess Im saying dont ignore anything get everything checked out.

[Jasper Carrott and Lucy Davis]

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Jasper admitted he was 'proud' of the way his daughter had spoken out (Image: BBC/Adam Lawrence)

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Lucy broke the shock news on her Instagram page on Tuesday night(Image: Lucy Davis)

As of now, Im trying to live out whatever might be left of my life in as fun a way as I possibly can. I always like to find the teachable moments in anything negative that happens.

"And cancer has not disappointed in that regard; theres a lot I have learned from it, and Im grateful for that.

She added: Im not scared of whatever comes next. Im at peace with it. Ill see my Gracie sooner than expected, and for me, leaving my physical body just means going home. Any and all grieving is for my family; its far harder for them than for me.

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