Bruce Dickinson found out he had throat cancer via Google | SVT/NRK/Skavlan

The Iron Maiden singer opens up about his battle with cancer in Scandinavian talk show Skavlan.
Also present in the studio are Gro Harlem Brundtland, former prime minister of Norway, and Swedish director and actor Felix Herngren.
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[@PChamileon97]

Brilliantly talented. Fencer Jet Pilot Ale Brewer Singer/Songwriter Author But even when he had f**kin CANCER...he makes jokes about it Truly an angel in human skin

[@mixsquad1291]

he is even a history teacher

[@youngdolo8]

God, I love this man.

[@futurewavecs]

Martial Artist

[@anthonys.5909]

He's a God!

[@annettereynolds1995]

He is what's known as a Polymath - which means he excels at more than one thing.

[@Skyewalker1000]

Bruce has so much energy. Such an intelligent man, a great showman too.

[@SkavlanTV]

We agree! Such a pleasure having him in the studio.

[@blockaderunner]

Yeah I think Bruce's longevity as a "metal" singer as well as his mates "Steve Harris" particularly the trampoline-giver can be attributed to NO drugs for years and Harris' soccer playing. They are just a Healthy I-don't-care-what-you-think-we're-gonna-create-great-music band. They're not trying to be "Cool." They are cool because they are mature beings for decades.

[@ILLRICARDO]

Helen Hancock on top of that, he is a licenced pilot!!!

[@Skyewalker1000]

Yes indeed! He's on a rather wonderful health and safety video for flying!

[@RespecttheMusicMostlyHeavy]

"Edforce One" (Y)

[@Stratocoaster08]

Bruce Dickinson: Mid 50's (at the time) Running around on stage with the energy of a caffeinated child... sings like a 20 year old Scandinavian Power Metal vocalist... flies a 747, the second largest airliner currently in production, on a regular basis... records an album with a caliber most bands can only DREAM of... gets cancer (THROAT cancer, even!) tells cancer to go FUCK ITSELF, and immediately goes back to work and tours the world... tied in with his musical prowess, genuine kind-hearted character, and a more than honorable level of humility, he might be one of the greatest and most inspirational human beings to walk this earth. Actually, no, not MIGHT be...he IS. If I could ever send a message to that man, I'd say just how grateful I am of his being. Bruce, thank you!

[@hakkaramlegija1958]

Jesse the whole things you said ,,,bravo I think same as you did say it

[@danielt4150]

Wonder if he ever got over his fear of the dark?.. He had a constant fear of the dark remember?..

[@mariai9549]

that's Bruce fucking Dickinson!

[@danielt4150]

lol@Bruce fucking dickinson!

[@Zmej420BlazeIt]

Watching him and Iron Maiden perform was a huge inspiration. I was sixteen and supposed to be grounded but I broke the rules to go see Iron Maiden. The way they performed and the energy of everyone there was one of the best things I've ever experienced

[@EdmondThemeli]

Can't stop admiring him,he's such a humble human being

[@Lilit.B1]

seriously ;(

[@EXoTjC]

When you are truly multi-talented, you cant help but being humble. Socrates was famous for saying he doesn't know anything. Its the realization that you don't know much after exploring much that makes you humble

[@onehappynegro]

just read his book. funny scary and personal indeed.

[@lukasrichards2793]

My neighbor interviewed him once apparently he was a dick

[@StargazerBD]

Ikr? He seems like an amazing person :)

[@jimadams8182]

So understand, Don't waste your time always searching for those wasted years. Face up....make your stand And realise you're living in the golden years.

[@Arthax83]

Those lines make the hair on my arms stand up every time.

[@X8Mori]

Me too. Is english your language?

[@jimadams8182]

[Verse 1] From the coast of gold Across the seven seas I'm travellin' on Far and wide But now it seems I'm just a stranger to myself And all the things I sometimes do It isn't me but someone else I close my eyes, and think of home Another city goes by in the night Ain't it funny how it is You never miss it 'til it's gone away And my heart is lying there And will be 'til my dying day [Chorus] So understand Don't waste your time always searching for Those wasted years Face up... make your stand And realize you're living in the golden years [Verse 2] Too much time on my hands I got you on my mind Can't ease this pain, so easily When you can't find the words to say It's hard to make it through another day And it makes me wanna cry And throw my hands up to the sky

[@feanviking4689]

Too much time on "your" hands.. J/K =^.^=

[@portrattlabbet]

I would give you a heart-like if i could.

[@francescofaccenda5697]

Bruce is the kind of man that you want to become when you grow old.

[@fastica]

Such an optimist. He talks about cancer as if he got a cold.

[@phillytheflyerable]

I can listen to this man for hours

[@JD.Knight]

Lilla Sked get his audio book "what does this button do" Then you can listen to him for 11hours. Its amazing.

[@asraiSOA]

JD Knight -- I'm in the middle of the audiobook. While I'm sure it's a great 'physical' read -- ho ... leee... sheet -- his narration/reading is hysterical. I couldn't imagine simply reading the book. Audio is HIGHLY recommended!

[@SlimJ1980-Eire]

I have his book but I think I want to listen to the audio book

[@crankyrancor2847]

Bruce is truely an inspiration , please come back to Australia soon 🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@metal-up-my-bass163]

He will always have undefined adorable quality about him

[@mastershake8018]

Cancer ain't gonna stop Bruce, he's a beast and a FUCKING LEGEND.

[@Noelfuga300]

I’m so happy he’s doing better...I remember getting the news about him having cancer...you immediately think he’s going to die......funny thing,I got diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer a couple of years after him...I’m still here...not planing on leaving this earth anytime soon

[@deekshantprashar2202]

No you will not.

[@mr.unknown6094]

Hi noel sorry to hear that . Have you ever trusted the Lord Jesus Christ as your personal savior ?

[@REmcoo36]

Keep eating healthy....biological fruits and veggies

[@derekarcher1783]

Where is Bruce Dickensobs father ?

[@merlinaaddams6230]

How are you now? I hope you are better 🥺

[@upendasana7857]

What a beautiful man.

[@garynjulie]

top guy

[@agstinacueva1673]

Upenda Sana indeed

[@MakoNext]

he used to be...

[@pabloam5716]

Upenda Sana pure inspiration for all of us

[@needahandle]

Handsome

[@svetlanaandrasova964]

Throat cancer...and still sings like godThis man is not human!!

[@sonyabelmontfarenheght1189]

Come on,people,look at him.this man is human volcano,cancer had no chance to kill him

[@Reavix1]

You're wrong sir, even gods looks up to Bruce Dickinson!

[@djek1976]

Paul was Punk. Bruce is Allmighty!

[@anthonys.5909]

Yes I agree, he's a God!

[@qazzell]

This guy does the best interviews around .. Definitely in the parkinson style..Great stuff..He lets the guests speak.

[@SkavlanTV]

Thank you so much for that!

[@phillytheflyerable]

legend, hero, what a voice and a humble and intelligent man

[@marksoren340]

Great man from great band!! Up the irons!!!

[@user-nr3wc1ks7q]

Up the irons from Greece!

[@fartkerson]

Bruce is a great person. It's always nice when you find that your music heroes are real life heroes. It's usually the opposite unfortunately.

[@buckaroo8805]

One of the best vocalists ever to live!! Up the irons! Iron Maiden Rocks !!💯

[@Fabio_de_Souza]

Bruce is a living a thousand lives in just one!!! Pure energy!!!

[@agstinacueva1673]

he's so adorable i want to cry

[@mr.immortal1614]

Then cry 😢

[@MichaelHolmgaard]

Bruce is just an amazing guy -Such a sweet personality, and the voice of an angel :)

[@oiyabastard7275]

Michael Holmgaard he's good but Robin Zander has a voice of an Angel

[@shred5]

Bruce Dickinson is truly an inspiration to me. Not only is he a great vocalist for one of the greatest bands ever, but he took up fencing and was so good at it he was asked to do it for the olympics, learned to fly planes and brew beer. It seems like once this guy learns to do something, he's going to go all out and do it right. And he seems like a pretty chill guy as well.

[@TeodoraMateeva]

Can I please listen to Bruce 24/7. Such a great great great guy!

[@levisalvini4110]

It is impossible not to love this man...

[@agunsux]

I JUST LOVE HOW BRUCE TELL STORIES

[@raisa_cherry33]

First time seeing him,sure is an intelligent man 💗👌

[@Schindlerslisp]

What an inspiration Bruce Dickinson is and a lovely man.His book is a fantastic read...and not just for Iron Maiden fans.

[@danielcichello4421]

Oh my you must hear the audio book read by him! It's GREAT!!

[@smilingcopycat]

3:46 Good Felix, that shows that you don´t know Iron Maiden. Iron Maiden are probably among the healthiest rockband that has exist.

[@topebin6279]

MR Thegreat back in the day it was pretty wild though

[@flowerfloc]

MR Thegreat heavy metal*

[@olemikole1997]

Joel nah only Dianno drank a lot

[@jaworski105]

Lol have you seen any pics from the early 80s? Theres pictures of Bruce so drunk he can barely keep his eyes open lol. Nikko and another guy (the name escapes me), broke down Peter Framptons door because he wouldnt come out and party lol. Even Adrian admits that he ad-libbed alot of the solo in Powerslave because he was so hung over/drunk from the previous night lol. Maiden back in the 80s partied hard.

[@oiyabastard7275]

MR Thegreat. yea. all thro the 1980s 70 Maiden fans would fuck themselves up with drugs and alcohol I wish the band let fans know more than that they were into soccer and just beer

[@Maggotry309]

Still kicking ass and taking names in 2019, Up the Irons

[@marciocoelho2481]

Bruce aged considerably on the last 5 years, what reminds me of all the great artists and bands that are still around today in 2017 but will inevitably retire in the next 2 to 3 years. And the saddest thing: there will be no one to replace them.

[@eily_b]

Greta van Fleet, Kaleo, Avenged Sevenfold, Black Stone Cherry... give them a try.

[@marciocoelho2481]

I know them all. Hope they will stand the test of time.

[@danyjeff4447]

Lion Phoenix why would they retire Bruce can still sing like he used to (sounds a Bit old on the high notes but still amazing) and the band can Keep up with the Speed. Mo Problems There. They sell out Arenas Play huge Festivals and maybe even Stadiums and They have fun doing what they're doing. And they still sound inspired and like they still have much to say and many Stories to tell if you Listen to the book of souls I see no reason why they should retire maybe they'll quit doing huge World Tours cause they are exhausting but they wont retire in the near Future i think.

[@alexbaru3768]

I want to age like him....!!

[@buckfuttler2877]

Eily Bergin lol wow....4 absolute SHIT bands. my condolences.

[@jaimeolguin3887]

I liked Paul di'anno but when Bruce Dickinson came out on that first album he just blew me away The man had a powerful voice.

[@djek1976]

Paul was Punk. Bruce is Allmighty!

[@tomkenning5482]

I like Paul, but honestly Bruce sets Maiden apart from all other metal bands

[@monieksings3408]

Bruce is a great inspiration :)

[@Elnont]

Watching old interviews you can see how that hyperactive energy has mellowed out in older years - he always comes across so well in interviews.

[@robertproctor239]

So glad the cancer did not beat Bruce. The throat of all places for a singer. Being in good health I am sure helped his healing process. Keep going Bruce, G.B.U

[@cheersbradaa6670]

god bless bruce dickinson and iron maiden....for 35 yrs over im still playing song till now

[@tenzin682]

Bruce is absolutely right at 1:48, that's exactly what my voice teacher told me 28 yrs. ago. I never drank before or during a show. Warmed-up cooled-down(which a cool-down is probably just as important as a warm-up session)!! Young singers take note, if you don't do this correctly, you will sing for a very short time. I'm 50, and still hitting all the notes I did when I was 25!!

[@talibe801]

UP UP THE IRONS!!!Long Live to Bruce and all the guys in the band,they´re amazing.

[@joost6994]

Bruce Dickinson is quite possibly the most talented person ever to live.

[@dragonlady4747]

Bruce is such an amazing person. It's hard to believe that one person can accomplish so much in life. I admire him greatly.

[@EyesOfByes]

That energy is put to good use

[@swaggypanda1808]

SweetBabyJames78 nice profile picture haha

[@nancysumpi154]

He is the best vocal❤️😁 Love this guy so much 😘

[@Jamestele1]

I've always really admired Bruce. I'm glad he is healthy. He is such a positive force of energy. He looks better than a lot of much young rock stars, and he still fences, has pilot license, etc.

[@JSMCalder]

What a guy. A true legend and a proper gentleman. I had the pleasure of meeting him briefly on his book signing tour. Up the Irons!!

[@michaelcheevers68]

Many years ago , back in the late '80's , my mother met him , and another band member in Barclays Bank , Friern Barnet .

[@lisalentile177]

im glad he didn't lose that awesome voice love you Bruce I spent most of all my life listening to your music love it

[@ckdpraha]

When you say ‘absolute badass’, you mean Bruce Dickinson!

[@dimebagdarrell2390]

Or Ronnie James dio or dimebag or Ozzy or tony or geezer or just any metal icon ever they all fucking rock

[@levisalvini4110]

He is the Chuck Norris of Metal😉

[@gennagayon-fritz8007]

Bruce is amazing and such a great role model. I hope he continues to sing for a long time to come.

[@micknordstrom2591]

Bruce is like Alice Cooper, intelligent and very eloquent!

[@felipeqp9532]

LEGEND! Pilot, Swordsman , Singer and Google Doctor!

[@guitarfoundry]

Bruce is one a very small number of people whom i truly admire and respect...I think he is a wonderful person...He's always warm, intelligent, funny, insightful, measured and inspirational...that's to say nothing of his talent and the fact that he is so grounded.

[@indiesoul733]

*I love this man, he's very incredible, his personality is amazing. He's seems like he's not from this world. I admire him very much. And he's really handsome* ♡♡♡

[@jamescatlow7266]

You can't not help but love Bruce Stay well Captain.

[@James-hh1lq]

Bruce Dickinson and Freddie Mercury what showmen

[@Orcinus1967]

And David Lee Roth, and Prince. Ever see Prince jump off a piano into a split? If anyone has video of that, please share. Of course injury led to drug use, which ultimately killed him.

[@REmcoo36]

Freddie...we miss him! :(

[@rousse387142]

Bruce the God Freddie the fabbot. Yea,no.

[@coppereddie4199]

@Rosida Andriyana And what is wrong with being "overrated"?

[@minalqasim]

@Rosida Andriyana have u ever even heard him?

[@robertbrown-qf8xy]

Bruce is a class act. Great artist, thoughtful and sincere.

[@brianblackwell4206]

Such an amazing man, always gives me a boost just listening to him!

[@chrisroberts5677]

Fascinating listening to a very well educated and brilliant singer.

[@immrnoidall]

oh my god,Bruce is how old now? and still going strong. inspiring.

[@GeoZero]

Long time fan, but seeing these interviews really is great to see how amazing Bruce is and his outlook on life. Great job.

[@andrewlaw5628]

Bruce Dickinson, amazing accomplished individual!! Brilliant vocalist and performer but equally brilliant human being!!

[@asimsherzai]

What a great person, good Lord keep him and his band safe

[@thans2838]

Kudos to the guys interviewing Bruce. They really made the conversation flow!

[@SkavlanTV]

We're so glad to hear you think so, thanks for watching and commenting!

[@goldsaj]

Great questions by the interviewer. And even greater answers by Bruce.

[@christianbarros1580]

Bruce Dickinson was (and is) one of my first idols not only in music, but in art, merchandising, branding, etc.Awesome person.

[@veronicacipolat7099]

Best front man ever. Inspiring human being with a strong spirit. Thanks for teach us there are other ways to take serious usses. Love you Bruce. Scream for you. Up the Irons!!See you in October here in Argentina

[@siddharthsingh7292]

Its good to hear dat u hav recovered....the best vocalist eva...

[@Ahggie43]

These are great interviewers. Friendly, courteous, funny, relevant, well-spoken.

[@Woody991]

Jesus, tough crowd 😂 Well done Bruce, the humour wasn’t lost on all of us.

[@thetrooper9236]

Bruce is a living legend !

[@albionite7982]

Love you Bruce! Best singer ever!

[@TrueIronMaidenFan]

He is the best singer of all time

[@feonor26]

Him and Freddie

[@Sam-ep5qu]

Thanks for sharing the interview with Mr Bruce. Love his sense of humour. Glad he made a full recovery. Thanks for sharing your experience on different aspects Mr Bruce. See you in Sydney of your Speak Tour in October 2018.

[@tacman1974]

Bless you Bruce!! Thanks for everything!!

[@jameshart2040]

VERLY WELL SPOKEN! So true as a vocalist I attest to EVERY single thing he said about singing and talking etc. I have stated the same thing many times but it is so refreshing to hear him say this. Validation!!

[@MayorOfBodybuildingTV]

Bruce has such good energy. Saw Maiden in the 80s and Bruce was outstanding!

[@dontactuallyburnthechurch1623]

"I jump around like a lunatic, and, um... I'm 59..."

[@joncanty5196]

Bruce is a truly inspirational person, I am full of admiration for this guy.

[@realgone222]

Wonderful interview, great questions.

[@dred000]

I have just seen him with Maiden in Cracow . He is absolutely out of this world as a frontman ...what a voice , what a passion !

[@maureenwagg5305]

I respect him as an artist and as an intelligent well spoken bloke. He has always impressed me. My sons (ages 25 and 29) are also huge fans. All three of us have been to see Maiden at different times. We all can't wait for the next one.

[@ninjabg8184]

Hope to see you again in my country, Croatia! Up the Irons!!!

[@danmclaughlin154]

I always enjoy listening to bruce, such a good character to listen to and a excellent singer/songwriter.

[@romeoromy5299]

God bless you BRUCE !

[@techguy3373]

He’s like the international man of mystery. I look up to him because since birth this guy is pure positivity. Some people are just wired to succeed in life. He’s one of them. His mind never says “I can’t.”

[@armoredmetalhead1257]

Icon and such a funny multitalent...one of a kind

[@terrymartin3036]

Love you Bruce

[@Mirrodin82]

My favorite singer of all time

[@ragnar010162]

Bruce is a fine chap! He seems to be as 'down to earth' as a rock legend / entrepreneur / pilot / just plain good dude can be. Much respect.

[@micheleporcu2287]

Bruce's Mr.Incredible. Lot of respect.

[@user-gu3ie]

When the news broke, I really went trough different stages of grief.. from all bands in the world, maiden is the one band I dont want to see harmed. I'm still so glad the man got better, en now they are even better then before

[@lokilvr5387]

Bruce you are brilliant as always!

[@robertpapak5467]

This person Bruce Dickinson took over a band allready established made the most historical music ever .Steve Harris is always made not only a band but he and everyone made a huge change to just life..still life Bruce when your live you know your not a pilot,your not an Author ,fencer,singer,songwriter your my friend for life

[@timothyryan2847]

Just him and Iron Maiden, all of those guys are high energy! Incredible show!!

[@juliejohnson3626]

Thank God you're safe and well you are amazing

[@pwest1011]

Bruce is awesome saw him years ago in van and he was jumping around like a teenager in his 50s

[@Braz438]

Greetings from Brazil! Fortaleza CE. Bruce The best!

[@fiquitoyunque]

For a while, I was a demand planner at an aeronautics company. I planned quite a whole of parts that I had no clue about. I stumbled across Bruce’s TV series about airplanes... and it was a godsend. I actually learned a LOT about aircraft and control mechanisms from his series, and learned the basic differences between Airbus and Boeing platforms. Really timely.

[@samnehme3247]

Incredible human being. Worthy of being a hero in so many ways.

[@pointnozzleaway]

Great interview that makes you fell Good about things ! yeah

[@flashy5150]

Bruce is the best metal singers ever and the first metal album that I ever bought. "Piece Of Mind" FOREVER THE BEST

[@paisteplayer1040]

bruce's hair , must be using rod stewarts hair dresser, but seriously bruce is the man, greatest front man ever

[@jagjag0101]

michael dacruz at least he has hair at 59

[@magsk6721]

Well hes the singer in Iron maiden ,not going to have a short back and sides ,c,mon😉

[@deltafox9429]

Bruce is a KING . . .

[@AB-C1]

Top man! Such an interesting bloke! Extremely clever (and multi-talented) man! 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧