Viewers who tuned in ITV’s the Real Full Monty were left emotional after witnessing Brenda Edwards open up about her cancer diagnosis.
The 52-year-old singer and television personality opened up about the devastating period of her life when she received news she had breast cancer.
Brenda bared all in a heartfelt one to one with Loose Women star Coleen Nolan fans witnessed on the show that aired Tuesday night (December 14).
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She spoke about the affects the news had on herself and her family at the time, although she is five years free this year.
Fans quickly expressed their support for the star tonight with one person writing: “Crying isn’t a sign of weakness, Brenda. #StrictlyTheRealFullMonty”
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Whilst another person said: You’re stronger than you think @brenda_edwards #StrictlyTheRealFullMonty
“Woman be proud of yourself. You’re amazing #StrictlyTheRealFullMonty” a third said.
A fourth wrote: “Crying both emotional and inspiring #StrictlyTheRealFullMonty ”
The show sees Ashley Banjo and his team of celebrities put cancer awareness back in the spotlight by putting together performances and sharing stories from cancer survivors and those that still living with the disease.
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