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Mindy Cohn Battles Cancer: "Kick Its Ass"
19 Apr
Summary
- Actress Mindy Cohn revealed a cancer diagnosis on April 19, 2026.
- Cohn shared her hospital stay, thanking staff and family for support.
- This follows a past battle with metastatic breast cancer.
Actress Mindy Cohn, known for her role on The Facts of Life, revealed on Sunday, April 19, 2026, that she has been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer. The 59-year-old shared a photo from her hospital bed, expressing her determination to "kick cancer's ass" with the help of Providence Saint John's hospital staff and her family. Cohn is currently recouping and anticipates being ready for her next adventure in a couple of weeks.
This new diagnosis comes after Cohn's previous, private battle with metastatic breast cancer. She had revealed in 2017 that the cancer had spread and recurred over several years, causing frustration and anger. After keeping it secret for five years, she announced remission and expressed readiness to return to acting.
In other news, Cohn and her Facts of Life costars had been in discussions for a potential reunion before Norman Lear's death in 2023. However, negotiations reportedly stalled due to a castmate attempting to secure a separate spinoff deal, a move Cohn described as devastating to their long-standing friendships.
