ER’s Alex Kingston Suffered a Hemorrhage Before Cancer Diagnosis

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Alex Kingston is offering a look into her heartbreaking health battle. 

The former *ER* actress revealed she was diagnosed with uterine cancer in 2024, following years of experiencing symptoms that doctors couldn’t explain.

Alex, 62, recently told *The Independent* that he initially believed his declining health was simply a natural part of aging. “I just accepted it and thought, ‘This is what being in my sixties is like,'” he said. However, he later realized his symptoms were actually caused by an underlying illness.

The *Doctor Who* actress shared that she dealt with bloating and aches for years, but she only sought a second opinion from her doctor when she noticed blood in her urine. Even while waiting for a diagnosis, she continued acting, including a leading role in *The Other Boleyn* at the Chichester Festival last summer.

Alex, who shares 24-year-old daughter Salome Haertel with her ex-husband Florian Haertel, experienced another frightening health issue while on stage.

She remembered a frightening moment on stage. “I suddenly started bleeding heavily,” she said. “It was a shock. I just squeezed my legs together and hoped it would stop. Thankfully, the costume staff were amazing. I quickly asked for pads, we stuffed them in my pants, and I went right back out to finish the show.”

Alex didn’t find out she had uterine cancer until after her six-week performance in the show was over, despite it being a frightening ordeal.

The *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit* actor said she didn’t allow herself to think the worst after receiving the news. She was shocked, as she usually has a positive attitude. Even though she felt something was seriously wrong, she initially believed it was something less severe, like a urinary tract infection or fibroids.

Alex, now married to film producer Jonathan Stamp, revealed she had the disease located in her fallopian tubes, but thankfully it hadn’t reached her ovaries. She then spent the remainder of the year undergoing treatment.

She shared that she underwent a significant surgery – a hysterectomy – and followed it up with radiation therapy, which consumed a large portion of her time and energy.

Now that the BAFTA-nominated actress is recovering, she’s shared that going through this difficult time helped her rediscover who she is.

Even after everything she’d been through – and she acknowledged cancer is incredibly difficult – she found strength to undergo the treatment needed to regain her health. She said the moment she had the surgery, she instantly felt like her old self again.

Keep reading to see more stars who have shared insight into their cancer journeys…

The former *All My Children* actor revealed in January 2025 that he has prostate cancer, marking his third time battling the disease.

Even after receiving difficult news, he shared in February 2025 – for the third time – that his cancer was gone after a successful surgery and treatment.

Okay, so he posted on Instagram in February 2025, and it completely wrecked me in the best way. He said, and I’m still quoting this constantly, that we’re so much *more* than anything hard we’re going through. Like, seriously, bigger than all of it! He gets it – he said *he* isn’t his fears or his anxiety or even his past hurts, but he doesn’t try to hide them either. He *owns* them, because he says that’s the only way to actually heal and change. It’s just…so powerful. I’ve screenshotted it, obviously. It’s my new mantra.

The star of *The Golden Bachelor* announced in December 2024 that he has Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia, a type of bone cancer.

Gerry told *People* magazine that there’s no way to fix the condition, which was incredibly difficult to accept. He explained that the news felt like a huge weight had fallen on him, and he initially struggled to come to terms with it.

The actor, famous for his work in *The Boys* and *Supernatural*, announced on February 3, 2023, that he had successfully fought prostate cancer and was now in remission.

The *Vanderpump Rules* star shared with fans at the end of 2018 that they had some cancer removed and underwent biopsies of their lymph nodes. They later confirmed they were cancer-free.

In September 2018, the actress known for *Desperate Housewives* publicly shared that she was a survivor of anal cancer. She posted on Instagram that revealing her experience – including a photo and the hashtags #cancer and #hairloss – made her feel incredibly relieved, free, and authentically herself.

Two-time Oscar winner Philip Seymour Hoffman successfully completed cancer treatment. His representative confirmed to TopMob News that doctors have declared him cured after surgery.

Hugh Jackman, known for his role in X-Men, received treatment for his third case of basal cell carcinoma in 2014. Following the treatment, his representative assured TopMob News that he had made a full recovery.

In April 2023, Hugh received two biopsies after discovering more basal cell carcinomas. He used the opportunity to remind everyone in the northern hemisphere that summer was approaching and to protect their skin by wearing sunscreen.

The former star of *The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills* marked a year of being cancer-free in January. She was diagnosed with endometrial cancer in 2013 and had a complete hysterectomy as treatment.

Then in 2017, Camille had surgery to remove Squamous Cell Carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. 

Oh my gosh, I was SO worried when I saw the photos! He posted these pictures – you can actually *see* the stitches, a whole line of them going from under his ear down to his jaw! Apparently, he had a procedure to take care of skin cancer. He covered it with a bandage afterwards, but honestly, just *seeing* those stitches… it was scary! I’m just so glad he’s taking care of himself, and I’m sending all my love and hoping for a speedy recovery!

Gordon shared on Instagram in August 2025 that he was thankful for the amazing team at The Skin Associates who quickly removed his Basal Cell Carcinoma. He also reminded everyone to wear sunscreen this weekend.

“I promise you it’s not a face lift,” he added. “I’d need a refund…”

The actress from *Avengers: Age of Ultron* faced a tough battle with ovarian cancer at 25, but went on to have two children with her husband, Taran Killam.

Oh my gosh, you will NOT believe this! My absolute favorite TV host just shared that he had surgery for prostate cancer way back in July 2013! I’m SO relieved to hear that he’s totally healthy now and got a clean bill of health. Seriously, I was so worried, but it’s amazing news! I’m just so happy for him!

The cohost of *Dancing with the Stars* recently had successful surgery to remove thyroid cancer. She then shared on Twitter, thanking everyone for their support and letting fans know she’s home and resting.

The actress shared some incredible news on Twitter: her doctor called her on a Saturday morning to say she was cancer-free! She celebrated with a joyful post, exclaiming, “#wootothemotherfkinhoo!”

After treatment and a double mastectomy, the star of *Up All Night* received a clean bill of health and is now cancer-free.

The Dexter star used a hiatus from his hit series to slay Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Let me tell you, early detection is *everything*. Back in October 2011, I discovered a mole on my calf that just didn’t look right. Thankfully, my husband encouraged me to get it checked out by a doctor, and it turned out to be cancerous. We were able to remove it quickly, and I’m so grateful he urged me to be proactive about my health. It’s a reminder to everyone to regularly check your skin and see a dermatologist if you notice anything new or changing!

The man from Scotland is doing well and continuing to enjoy trainspotting after successfully having a cancerous mole removed from under his right eye.

The singer beat breast cancer in 2004 with a “minimally invasive” lumpectomy and radiation therapy.

The Oscar winner declared in early 2011 that his tumor was gone and he had throat cancer “beat.”

The Emmy winner whacked breast cancer in 2004.

After having skin cancer removed from under his left eye in 2008, the experienced CNN journalist likely protects his skin with sunscreen when he’s outside.

The Australian pop star underwent successful surgery for breast cancer in 2005.

The actor from *7th Heaven* was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s disease at just 28 years old. Now 50, he’s doing well!

The actress, known for her role on *ER*, stepped away from *Parenthood* in 2009 to battle breast cancer. Thankfully, her treatment worked, and she quickly returned to public events.

The *America’s Got Talent* judge received a colon cancer diagnosis in 2002 while filming *The Osbournes*. She used this experience to highlight how crucial regular check-ups are and bravely fought the disease with chemotherapy. Thankfully, she was given a clean bill of health the next year.

The Academy Award-winning actor overcame prostate cancer in 2003 and has appeared in roughly 400 films since then.

In 2007, the *Good Morning America* cohost bravely showed off her shaved head while receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer.

After overcoming testicular cancer diagnosed in stage four, the cyclist remarkably went on to win seven consecutive Tour de France championships.

After successfully battling breast cancer with a lumpectomy and chemotherapy in 2005, the Grammy and Oscar-winning artist became a passionate advocate for others.

The comedian, known for her work on *Saturday Night Live*, bravely used her experience with breast cancer as the basis for her comedy, creating *God Said Ha!* – a hugely popular one-woman show that eventually made it to Broadway.

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