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Singer's Cancer Misdiagnosed as Heartburn, Dies at 37
11 Feb
Summary
- Dean, 37, died eight weeks after a Stage Four oesophageal cancer diagnosis.
- His cancer was initially misdiagnosed as heartburn by his GP.
- He performed a final concert in London weeks before his death.
A 37-year-old singer, Dean, has died eight weeks after receiving a devastating Stage Four oesophageal cancer diagnosis. Despite repeatedly consulting his GP about severe discomfort, his symptoms were allegedly misdiagnosed as heartburn. The illness progressed significantly, and Dean was admitted to A&E on December 9, where masses were found in his liver.
A subsequent endoscopy on December 10 confirmed malignant oesophageal cancer that had metastasised. He faced a difficult wait for an oncologist appointment and began chemotherapy on January 7, 2026, though only 50% could be administered due to liver damage.
