Survivor's Ken McNickle Announces Cancer Diagnosis

Ken McNickle, who finished as runner-up on Survivor season 33, has disclosed that he has been diagnosed with cancer.

The 43-year-old television personality competed on Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X, where he placed second. Through an Instagram post, McNickle shared news of his diagnosis and expressed regret about not prioritizing his health earlier.

In his message, McNickle emphasized the importance of medical attention, stating: "As I've said before, if you have a health concern, don't sit on it. Get yourself checked. There's no valid reason not to. Not one." He also noted he wished he had taken better care of himself sooner.

McNickle has not specified which type of cancer he is battling.

Season 33 winner Adam Klein, who claimed the title in 2016, responded to McNickle's post with a message of support. "I'm deeply sorry Ken that you have to go through this," Klein wrote. "You are a strong, resilient person and cancer f-ked with the wrong guy. You got this. Sending healing energy."

The Survivor community and fans are sending their well wishes to McNickle during this time.