Comedian Jasper Carrott has shared a heartfelt tribute to his daughter, actress Lucy Davis, after she revealed she has been diagnosed with incurable cancer. The 66-year-old told BBC News that the diagnosis has been a "very difficult time" for the whole family, and they have been supporting her "in every way possible" since she received it a year ago.
Lucy Davis's cancer diagnosis
Lucy Davis, best known for her role as Dawn Tinsley in the BBC sitcom The Office, announced on Tuesday, August 11, that she has stage four breast cancer. In a statement, she said the cancer has "metastasized" to her bones, including her spine, right hip and ribs, and that it is now "too late" for chemotherapy.
The 52-year-old actress said she is "trying to live out whatever might be of my life in as fun a way as I possibly can." She also expressed gratitude for the lessons learned from her illness, saying, "I always like to find the teachable moments in anything negative that happens. And cancer has not disappointed in that regard; there's a lot I have learned from it, and I'm grateful for that."
Jasper Carrott's tribute
In his tribute, Jasper Carrott said, "We are so grateful for all the support we have had over this trying time and we are very hopeful for her future being what she wants it to be." He added, "We are so proud of our daughter and love her so much. The way she has conducted herself through many traumatic health issues is a lesson to us all."
He also requested privacy for the coming months, saying, "We would request privacy for the coming months, but thanks once again for the love and concern shown by so many people."
Lucy's message of peace
In her own statement, Lucy Davis spoke candidly about the physical challenges she faces, noting that "standing and walking for too long a time can be hard, and I need to use a wheelchair sometimes." She also shared her emotional outlook, saying, "I'm not scared of whatever comes next. I'm at peace with it."
She referenced her late dog Gracie, who died in 2024, saying, "I'll see my Gracie sooner than expected, and for me, leaving my physical body just means going home." She acknowledged that grieving will be harder for her family, stating, "Any and all grieving is for my family; it's far harder for them than for me."
Despite her diagnosis, Lucy Davis said she hopes to continue working as an actress, describing it as one of her "biggest joys." Her father's tribute underscores the family's unity and hope during this challenging period.
