Gerry Turner, star of “The Golden Bachelor,” revealed his diagnosis of Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia, an incurable form of bone marrow cancer. The diagnosis came after he visited a doctor for a shoulder injury. Turner, who recently divorced Theresa Nist, explained that his cancer diagnosis influenced his decision not to uproot his life to be with Nist. He shared his hopes that the public will understand his decision-making process in the aftermath of the diagnosis. Nist, however, stated that Turner’s diagnosis did not play a role in their breakup. The couple had planned to move to Charleston, South Carolina, but the plans fell through after they stopped looking at houses together online. As their wedding anniversary approaches, Nist described the occasion as bittersweet and expressed her wishes for Turner’s well-being. Turner also expressed his desire for a different outcome in their relationship and acknowledged the impact of his diagnosis on their decisions. Despite their differences, both Turner and Nist reflected on their time together as a cherished memory. Turner attributed his openness about his diagnosis to his involvement in charities and fundraisers, inspiring him to share his story and how it influenced his divorce.
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