"I was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma", a cancer of the lymphatic system, "and I started chemotherapy treatments", announced Jane Fonda, Friday, September 2, on her Instagram account.
The 84-year-old Oscar-winning actress nevertheless said she was very lucky “to have health insurance” and thus “to have access to the best doctors and treatments”, unlike “many” Americans.
A seasoned peace activist, the former aerobics star took the opportunity to point the finger at the role of fossil fuels and pesticides in cancer, turning her announcement into a political missive.
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“I have six months of chemotherapy, I am taking the treatments very well and, believe me, I will not let any of this interfere with my climate activism,” she promised.
“The midterm elections are approaching (in November), and they will have serious consequences.
You can therefore count on me to accompany you in the growth of our army of climate champions”, she added.
“I send you so much love”
Among the approximately 33,175 comments that have been made since under the publication, many messages from fans, including stars Naomi Campbell, Reese Witherspoon, or Diane Keaton.
“We love you, Jane.
You are my heroine.
You are a warrior.
All my life, I have been in awe of everything you do, ”commented the latter.
Model Naomi Campbell sent an uplifting message to Jane Fonda, hailing her 'positive spirit' and calling her a 'graceful queen'.
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Reese Witherspoon cracked down with a simple, "I'm sending you with all my might!"
I love you Jane”.
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For his part, actor Mark Ruffalo wanted to send “all the love and strength” to his colleague, “always full of grace and optimism”.
Ditto for Lily Collins: “I send you so much love and light and all possible positive thoughts.
How beautiful and strong you are,” she wrote.
“You are a warrior.
It will pass.
I send you all my love and healing energy.
God is with you,” commented singer Lenny Kravitz.
Men In Black 2 actress Rosario Dawson concluded, “We are so grateful and lucky to have you.
Resist!”.
Words that resonate especially for Jane Fonda.