Ben Cohen's ex-wife Abby Cohen has been diagnosed with cancer.
The 44 year old mum-of-two, who divorced rugby player Ben in 2016, announced the sad news on her Instagram on Monday 10 July.
Abby told her followers it was the "toughest" news to share but she was incredibly "lucky" to discover she had the disease when she did.
Along with an emotional video of her receiving treatment in hospital as she's supported by her family, Abby gave a heartwarming message to her fans.
"This was and is the toughest yet," Abby began. "I’m unlucky, but lucky, to have been warned only once with a symptom of this terrible illness.
"With huge thanks to the NHS for saving my life & taking good care of me when I felt so scared & most vulnerable."
The photographer went on to share how she coped so well with her diagnosis due to the "amazing" support of her family and friends, but that it has been an "incredibly tough journey".
The short montage also featured snaps of her wearing a stoma bag, a clip of her entering hospital, and selfies with her 15 year old twin daughters Harriette and Isabelle.
The star also urged her followers to learn from her approach to cancer, as she gave advice about trusting signs from your body.
"Never ignore your body when it’s trying to warn you," she said. "I didn’t & it’s given me a chance to live my new life.
"In time and with the right treatment, I’m hoping this WILL all be a distant memory for me."
Abby finished her post with a poignant quote about resilience as she added: "‘You never know how strong you are until it’s your only choice’ #f**kcancer."
"You’re made of tough stuff Abs, you’ve got this…much love xxx," one pal encouraged in the comments.
Another friend posted: "We have soooooo many more fun things to do before you and I go anywhere! love you forever and always best friend."
"Oh my gosh so sorry to hear this lovely! Hope your recovery goes well! I’m thinking of you and your family you’ve got this!! xxxx" a third follower shared.
While a fourth said: "Sending you love and light, it’s a long journey but wishing you well xx"
"Omg Abby this is unreal. Sending all of our love to you hunny. Get better soon my darling," another follower added.
Abby and Ben were together for 23 years, and in that time were married for 11. They split in 2014 and Ben has since pursued a relationship with his former Strictly Come Dancing partner Kristina Rihanoff.
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