Spandau Ballet Icon Triumphs Over Brain Tumors with Groundbreaking Treatment
Updated Nov 18
Martin Kemp, the beloved Spandau Ballet singer and EastEnders star, has faced significant health challenges that have deeply impacted his life and career. In 1997, Kemp was diagnosed with two brain tumors, a devastating discovery that threatened not only his professional future but his very life. The larger tumor was successfully removed through surgery, but the second, deeply embedded in his brain, posed a far greater risk.In a remarkable turn of events, Kemp underwent pioneering radiotherapy treatment using a predecessor to the Gamma Knife, which successfully eliminated the inoperable tumor. This life-saving experience profoundly affected Kemp, leading him to open the London Gamma Knife Centre at St Bartholomew's in 2009.Kemp's journey from patient to advocate highlights the importance of advanced medical treatments and the resilience of the human spirit. His story serves as an inspiration to many facing similar health challenges, offering hope and a testament to the power of innovative medical technologies. Lovers of Spandau Ballet's music need look no further than Exclusively Spandau Ballet on YouRadio.