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Ian Smith, Harold Bishop on Neighbours, Quits Show After 37 Years Due to Aggressive Cancer
Dec 2, 2024, 09:03 AM
Ian Smith, the 86-year-old actor known for his role as Harold Bishop on the Australian soap opera 'Neighbours' since 1987, has announced his departure from the show due to a terminal cancer diagnosis. Smith revealed on Monday that he has been diagnosed with an aggressive, non-fixable form of lung cancer. The news has come as a shock to fans, with Smith stating that doctors 'expect him to die' from the disease. His announcement marks the end of his 37-year tenure on the beloved series.
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