Dec Pierce shares diagnosis: "It's important to know that men can get breast cancer too"

DJ Dec Pierce has shared that he was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year.

In a post on Instagram, Piece said that after suffering a brain haemorrhage in 2023, "it's not something I ever thought I'd be facing again — but here we are, and I'm taking it one step at a time."

"I'm sharing this because it's important to know that men can get breast cancer too," Pierce said.

"If you notice any changes — a lump, pain, swelling, or anything that doesn't feel right — please get it checked. Early diagnosis really does make a difference.

"This journey has been tough, but I've come back before and I'll come back stronger again. Music is healing, and that will never change. Cancer cannot beat me."

Pierce said he has had two surgeries and is in recovery while preparing for the next stage of treatment.

Pierce added that all his upcoming Block Rockin' Beats tour dates will go ahead as planned. He is set to play a show at 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin on Sunday, December 14.

 

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Various other artists have expressed their support in the post's comments section.

Fellow Irish DJ Jazzy wrote, "Sending you all the love and strength."

Fiddle player Nicole Lonergan, who has played with Pierce on his Block Rockin' Beats tour, said, "Your bravery and courage inspires us all Dec. We love you to absolute bits.. And pieces."

Irish pop artist Taylor D, who performed at Hot Press’s Y&E Series in 2023, wrote "Dec you're amazing, you're still out there putting on fire shows. Wishing you a speedy recovery you legend."

Pop vocalist Kyla Belle commented, "Sending love Dec!! wish you a speedy recovery."