Jill Martin shares moving update on breast cancer journey

TODAY’s Jill Martin Brooks opens up about her life since being diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer and her decision to continue working. She also shares a powerful message urging viewers to get tested. “Don’t put it off. The alternative is worse,” she says.
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[@lauraburgoon8080]

Jill...I am 66, 13 years ago I got the stage 2 diagnosis and lymph node positive report. Chemo, radiation and 2 months after treatment....gall bladder surgery. You have got this. I have lived to see my children married and the births of 3 beautiful granddaughters. I thank God each night for another day of life. You are in my prayers....I have a warriors list....

[@m.layfette6249]

My Mom is a 12-year Stage 4 Breast Cancer Survivor 💗. She had a Double mastectomy and Chemo. The Chemo nearly killed her. She lost her hair and a massive amount of weight and energy. It was heartbreaking to watch her go through that period of time. Today she is STRONGER 💪🏾 for it. To All of the Mothers, Daughters, Sisters, Friends....May God grant you the Courage, the Wisdom and the Strength to continue your journey. 💗🙏🏾💗💪🏾

[@user-hj2pg8rr2f]

God Bless your Mom.

[@lauraburgoon8080]

I am a 13 year survivor....and treatment and anti estrogen therapy have done a number on my body. But, I have lived to see both of my children married and the birth of 3 beautiful granddaughters. It takes strength each morning to face the day....but having another day of life no matter how bad my body looks and feels is priceless. Hugs to your mother. Fight on

[@australiamyway]

Bless your family. I lost my mum taken by breast cancer. Please make sure when you have your checks you have ultrasound. Plus remove any inflammatory foods x much love on your journey. I am breaking my families curse that took both my mum and grandmother

[@reidx512]

WOW, you are so blessed. My Mother had a mammogram in December of 2012 and by June of 2013, she was diagnosed . Sadly she passed away @ 80 in October... The worst time of my life. @ this point, I am 50 and kinda do not care what happens to me, I am so thankful God brought your Mother through.

[@m.layfette6249]

@@reidx512 I Care. You are a an Amazing woman! Allow your mother's journey to give you Hope, Strength, and Courage to continue your journey. Your life is beautiful 💗, don't let something like cancer break your spirit. 🤗

[@shariemami4029]

I feel so heartbroken. My dad has cancer please pray for him. I’m sorry she’s going through this. :(Cancer is evil. I hate it!

[@sonnysnavarro6860]

I will pray for him ,my mother died of lung cancer and the pain of loosing her in 2016 ,feels the same today ,it’s the most gut wrenching I’ve ever felt ever ,in my life ,I don’t wish this hurt on anyone,stay strong ❤

[@lisas2538]

I’m so sorry. I just said a prayer for your dad.

[@gerin.6418]

🙏🏼❤🙏🏼

[@yolly943]

Lord put your healing hands on sharie Father as he is battling Cancer , Lord said if we believe with your strip we are healed do this for her father in Jesus name

[@johnshuttlesworth8049]

I felt led to reach out to you and share this encouraging word this afternoon as your name stuck out to me.. immediately the Lord had me praying for you! God is about to restore everything to you that was lost! Whether it was missed opportunities, relationships, finances, health, or things in ministry..♥ Restoration is coming...be encouraged! Bless you

[@anisetalarsen2886]

My mom passed away from breast cancer. I did the BRCA testing. I constantly doing my routine Mamogram’s and have to do MRI’s. I’m on it. Thank you so much for who you are and your a WARRIOR!! Don’t stop fighting!!!! You got this!! Your beautiful!!! 😢❤💪🏼🙌🙏🏼

[@mariave1775]

This speaks to me. I have survived thyroid,uterine and breast cancer. My niece was diagnosed shortly after me with breast and my other niece is fighting ovarian cancer. It got us all good. For those of you fighting keep on and live each day at a time. Prayers to all🩷🩷🩷🙏

[@hollyfulton2636]

Have you and your niece been tested for BRCA2 gene? You have to have more than 2 close family members for insurance to pay I believe, but this makes it so other family members have a heads up they could have an issue..

[@beautifuldays8270]

as an oncology nurse, I want you to know...we just love all of our beautiful souls fighting....every day.... you inspire us🎀💗

[@marciamills2900]

Thanks for sharing Jill. I was just tested Monday after I got diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer. I’m praying for you and all of us fighting this. 💗🙏🏻

[@amara1954]

I’m stage one as well and just had surgery. I wish you the best ❤

[@marciamills2900]

Thank you! My date is Oct 24th and so thankful it was caught early. 3D mammo found it so it’s so important to get those exams annually! Soooo many diagnoses. We have to be strong to fight this horrible disease 🩷🙏🏻

[@nancyconca9892]

You are such a brave, strong, beautiful woman, Jill🤩👏🏻‼️ So glad that your chemo treatments are done 🙏 Please keep on fighting ❤️ God bless you - My thoughts and prayers are with you for a complete recovery 🙏🍀💚💖👏🏻💝

[@Rmk4luv61]

Stage one evasive ductal carcinoma with positive Bracca 2 mutation have had the surgery a year ago an radiation was caught early with no spread to lymph nodes. Treatment is more positive now. I wish you all hope an good health . Most important is to get tested do your mams. ❤

[@ilenegivens2484]

Dear Jill... We can accept the diagnosis, but we must never own the disease! So proud of you from another BC sister. You've got this!

[@deekoutris7115]

God bless you, Jill...I’m dealing with metastatic breast cancer and know the struggle.

[@michelleeggers719]

Jill has always spoke so highly of her mother. ❤❤❤

[@paulabaus6286]

I had the “Red Devil “ for 6 months radiation for 33 days. In the Fall of 2017. My Heart Goes Out to You. Sending Love and Healing Prayers. # I AM A Breast Cancer Survivor 💕💕🎀🎀🙏🏻

[@lauraburgoon8080]

I am a red devil survivor also....it was brutal

[@nancyr884]

Bless you Jill-my Mom had breast cancer in the 1970’s she is alive today at age 91years old ❤❤❤❤

[@linnaesthetique8589]

Is your mom had chemo or not in 1970?

[@catherineedwards5588]

I was so glad to watch this because I have been wondering how this strong warrior Jill is. 💕

[@SharonKBM]

Jill is an amazing woman. I have always enjoyed seeing her in the morning - she always looked so happy and fun. I wish her the best as she is going through this fight. ❤

[@blumberg1982]

🙏🏼 for you Jill. You got this girl!

[@mollymackiewicz6965]

Praying for you Jill. Keep fighting! Don’t give the cancer anything💐💐💐You are so beautiful!!🙏💕🙌😘

[@robinr5561]

I’ve been putting getting my mammogram off but after seeing this I’m going to make an appointment. Thank you.

[@lasandralucas7314]

Love you, Jill, you're an inspiration. Just had my mammogram last month, and it can back negative. Please don't give up. We are praying 🙏🏾 ❤️ for you.

[@teagarden874]

God bless you Jill. Thank you for educating us.

[@amara1954]

God bless you Jill . I was recently diagnosed and had surgery 2 days ago. Waiting for lab results and onco score for next step. Thank you for your courage. ❤

[@user-dl7qq4hp4p]

Such a strong woman, with a strong story. Lost my mom 3 yrs ago to breast cancer Wishing you the best 🫂

[@elizabethmann1989]

Jill, I saw you on the show long before I expected you to be back because I knew your mastectomy is BIG surgery in many, many ways. I am a 2-time survivor with unrelated breast cancers, but it is hard and I am proud of you for admitting that. I worked full time as a college professor during chemo, and it was hard; but I wanted to because I wanted my students to see a survivor, not a victim. You are a wonderful example for others, and I’m loving you and praying for you. e

[@connieduke6754]

In 2019, I too was diagnosed at stage 2. I had a double mastectomy, 6 rounds of red devil chemo, and 37 rounds of radiation therapy. Im currently in my 4th year of remission. Im still here. Thank you Lord!

[@jenniferl1908]

Love you Jill. Prayers for you for healing.

[@kendraglover6259]

Much love to you. Keep on fighting the fight ❤

[@marybethclifford5564]

You have someone in New Hampshire praying for you. God bless you Jill!

[@barbaraasfar9211]

I’m going through the same thing as your mom. My 40 year old daughter is going through the same thing. I cry and blame myself every day. She has 3 more chemo sessions. HOORAY!!! 🩷🩷🩷

[@cybergal99]

I was diagnosed in February, had I not been religious about my annual mammos it could have been so much worse, a small .6 cm carcinoma tumor removed, 5 sessions of radiation, aromatase inhibitors later .. my message is exactly the same as Jill's do NOT put it off, get your mammo today!

[@pdrey100]

At that small size, couldn't they have just performed an ablation?

[@noellerumler9593]

Thank you for being so honest and sharing. I had breast cancer for the 2nd time this year and had to have a mastectomy. You were so on point it does not feel like your body or your story. It is so hard to come to grips with this new realty. In time you, I and others going thru this will get there. Positive thoughts to you!

[@kathe.o.]

Sharing your story is saving lives. Thank you! You are a WARRIOR WOMAN. Praying for you & your journey. SISTERS IN PINK, STAND STRONG TOGETHER WHILE BEING APART.

[@MtHa-yu2sf]

Oh Jill, you are so brave and giving. I wish you comfort. You will get through this. Sending you strength and love

[@donnathomson4048]

Thank you so much for being so brave to tell/teach everyone about what you are going through. God bless you. Prayers 😊

[@citygirlingraham]

This is so important, why should we hide what we are dealing with, it’s not embarrassing or anything to be pushed under a rug so that we don’t talk about it.

[@laurareyes9470]

Remarkably strong woman to say you are glad that it's you and not your husband or your family. WOW! You've got this! Thank you for making us aware.

[@cherylspizarny6602]

Jill, God bless you! I am recently diagnosed with nonhodgkins lymphoma follicular type. Last Monday started chemo. We are strong women & will get through this❤

[@thinwithintrainings]

Jill thank you for your honest and real account of what you are going through.

[@stacydavis1682]

I had a double mastectomy at 33. I am 55 now. It was extremely hard and I didn't even need chemo but I watched my mom and 2 sister go through it. I carry the brca gene but didn't find out about it until many years after my mastectomy. I would have gotten tested but could not afford it. 3 of us have the gene, 2 died from breast/ovarian. So, in my family, my mom, aunt, and my 3 sisters have had it. Jill is right, get tested. Because that gene may lead to ovarian as well which is why I had my ovaries taken out.

[@MB19599]

Sending you nothing but healing and positive thoughts. Stay strong in your healing journey.

[@GiuliasCookbook]

My heart goes out to you 💓💖💕thank you for sharing your journey with us viewers Jill bc of your doctor saying BRCA also has a skin cancer risk I went into my dermatologist and turns out I needed a biopsy. It was motivating that ur doctor shared this enough that I went in. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@dinadelucachartouni6546]

Thank you for telling your story. You have inspired us all to be in charge of our health always. Wishing you strength!

[@cindynelson2588]

Iam so proud of you Jill. I have ovarian cancer. Lost my hair. But iam not gona give up. You are my hero ❤

[@rmrita55]

Prayers for total healing

[@daniellogan3085]

I'm so sorry for her. Goodness, I wish her the best.

[@trailerparkbarbie2882]

I went thru breast cancer stage 2 2019 the age of the covid...It was def. Hell...i didnt have the option 4 cold cap but the taxotere i took my hairs never came back all the way 3 years later ..plus the chemo made my body so tired still....Jesus is my only Rock thru this!!!!!

[@missb6921]

I had BC at age 38, 12 years ago, with taxotere. Lost my hair and mine never grew back either and never will. Diagnosed with alopecia from the chemo and have to still deal with it every single day which is so hard. Hope people are being made more aware of the chances of permanent hair loss as I wasn’t told.

[@trailerparkbarbie2882]

@@missb6921 oh yea ..same here .I heard it was the taxotere!!!...well hun I feel ya...it sux so bad..I wonder how many women have permanent hair loss from TAXOTERE...THAT YES THEY DIDNT TELL US...NOW TAXOL WONT DO THAT...BUT CONGRATS ON MAKING IT 12 YEARS OUT...THATS AMAZING..JESUS IS AMAZING...UR SO LUCKY ,THATS NOT BEEN EVERYONES OUTCOME....GOD BLESS....I GUESS IF WE COULD OF USED THE COLD CAP..:(

[@user-xf3kf7yc9u]

Keep fighting you got this❤❤

[@user-hj2pg8rr2f]

Prayers for Jill

[@marlenebourgeois266]

Jill you are tough as nails! To have your story broadcast makes you a special woman Hang tough even through the rough moments. Lost my mom to this in 1970 when chemo was not available to her. Thank you for being you and saving many women with your story. Love you sweet lady!❤

[@taylorcobb425]

What a courageous woman. I pray that she gets through this and comes back even better💕🙏🏾❤️

[@LoveABun]

Tears in my eyes… been there, done this… her story is essentially my story… “Red Devil” and everything. Really proud of you, Jill! Thank you for doing what you’re doing to educate women and take the fear out of all the testing that is SO important. Wish I had heard your message before my diagnosis, although they didn’t know near as much then as they do now.

[@juditholson2281]

So happy to see your new video, Ari!

[@leandra5248]

Praying for your healing

[@inalisa9761]

You're in my thoughts & prayers. Sending love & hugs.

[@susanhueske3460]

Bless you Jill! You’re a beautiful lady! 🙏🏻 for you! 💕

[@darleneprewitt2535]

Very sorry to hear this news....I will be praying for you and your fight. Stay tough!

[@cathysqueri7201]

I’m going thru my 2nd bout with this. This time is stage 1. I had surgery this time and radiation. I was supposed to have 2 types of chemo, but because they carved out so much, I didn’t need the first version. After an echocardiogram, we found out that I had a heart attack that I never knew about. I’m no longer eligible for the 2nd chemo. I just finished radiation, but had complications. I see the end of the tunnel now, almost a year later. Keep fighting!

[@jazzyflorida3757]

Thank you 🙏🏼 Jill for sharing & having the courage to share your journey 🩷🩷 5:52

[@veronicaskoch3757]

27;years , i thank God every day

[@user-bz3xj7xv8o]

Jill, first I'm sorry you have to go through this, cancer sucks. As a non hodgkin's lymphoma cancer survivor, this will forever change you, in so many ways, good and bad. You are in the thick of it at the moment but it will get better. But i can feel your fear and acknowledge it, I know how real it is. Medicine is amazing today, our doctors and nurses are our warriors. But also rely on your spiritual side. I remember my brain being so fried after chemo that when I laid in bed the only thing I could pray was the Our Father, I would silently pray it over and over. I needed it to put myself to sleep. I had two young daughters and an amazing husband to live for (truly the test of for better or worse, he passed). When I was diagnosed, I felt like there were two paths and I chose the positive road. But there were so many emotionally hard days. Every time my bloodwork was off a little, i was convinced, this it, I am going to die. But i learned more and got through it. But as I progressed through two years of treatment, I got stronger and made it. Count your blessings you live in NYC with amazing doctors, I am in Chicago with the brilliant minds at University of Chicago Cancer Hospital. We are the lucky ones, I realize how messed up our health system is throughout this country. Thankfully you have the best of the best. Stay strong and cry when you need to. I will be praying for you. Annette

[@eileenricker1140]

Wow… so strong!!

[@parkinlox9049]

you are AMAZING , Jill Martin !!!

[@ruthbracero]

I admire you and pray that you will feel yourself real soon. Praying for you

[@maryellenkrause7126]

You are strong and give strength to others going through this. Our daughter had a double masectimy after losing her son the year before!!!

[@user-zj6gb6pq9j]

I am so proud of you that you share. People love you Jill and I have always admired you.Please continue your admirable courage. You are amazing and beautiful! Janice

[@Pumpkintiti]

I pray that you recover quickly & be resilient.

[@betty5064]

Twelve years this month since I finished treatment. Chemo and radiation for Stage 2. So far, so good. All the best, Jill.

[@jessiesanteliz8558]

Sending prayers!!❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@mjmixup]

Jill, I loved you before, but WOW you are an incredible woman! My Mother lived through stage 3 breast cancer with the Nu2u gene. After a mastectomy (yep 1) and they refused to replace them. They would only replace one....so she opted for a weighted bra on that side for the rest of her life. She was 50 when she was diagnosed and once she was clear it never returned. I remember having everyone that knew her send hats to cover her cold head in the Green Bay winters. She kept all of those hats long after she battled cancer. She died at 73 just couple months ago (not from cancer). I will be 50 my next birthday so right around her age when she was diagnosed. I have been getting mammograms/ultrasounds twice yearly since I was 40. I have gotten my genetic testing and undergone a hysterectomy. I do have BRACA gene and will be getting a double mastectomy to go ahead and avoid what seems to be the inevitable. I have been married for over 20 years and have 6 adult children, that is not worth messing with. :) I have one older sister (54) and she is refusing to get the genetic test. My mom has 4 sisters and they too have all had cancer and they can't talk her into it. But after watching you in your braids with all of your honesty, I am going to back your segment in my laptop to watch with her on our next get together. I am going to challenge her to get checked while we watch you get better.

[@jackiedecoma4637]

Prayers 🙏

[@michellematthews8332]

I'm so sad Jill, but please know that we are with you, especially during the dark days. Sending lots of love & prayers 💗🙏

[@pamelaflores1126]

Being a stage, one breast cancer survivor, I am having all the same feelings and crying and being in shock. I know for a fact that you will survive this, and you will be fine. I owe my healing to my good Lord, my Saint Jude, and my blessed mother that was my first team. He is the first and only true healer, and if you go on this journey, believing that you will heal, your doctors are the second part of this journey, listen to them take good care of yourself and give yourself downtime and be kind to yourself because it’s nothing that we did. I never thought of myself as a strong woman until I went through breast cancer. I wasn’t strong to start, but I did get strong, praying for you, the club that none of us wanted to be in, God bless you make awesome plans for the future because you’ll get there !! God bless🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@tinalaspina4372]

Ihope you will get better. Praying for you .

[@lisas2538]

Oh my, I’m so sorry. I’m going to keep you in my prayers. I don’t watch the show, this came up in my algorithms and I clicked on. I can tell your heart is sad. I am believing in you and your healing. I wish you all the best.

[@patriciabatman7059]

I'm praying for you, Jill...💜

[@susanwagner9443]

Be well, Jill. 🙏🏻

[@nancykelley9402]

I'm going through chemo, and thank you for sharing, it helps.

[@jodifagan781]

You are a strong and beautiful woman, inside & out. God bless you. We love you 🩷🩷

[@tonikates7757]

My prayers are with you but you will get through this believe me

[@janbazar]

🙏🙏🙏. Sending prayers and hugs

[@jacquelynwathen8676]

Praying for you.

[@shirleyreyes7130]

Oh my Jill God Bless you and i admire you and send you prayers ❤🙏🙏🎵

[@JIRH922]

You’re a hero

[@tinademuro8572]

16 YEARS CANCER FRREE OF STAGE 2 OR 3 VOICE BOX MY DR. CREATED A SPECIAL SUGREY I HAVEA PRMINT TRACHEOSTOMY BUT I AM ALIVE AND LIFETY❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@dynalynn8336]

God bless you❤

[@villanessa]

Shes amazing ❤

[@hat8870]

Praying for you Jill❤ 🙏

[@judifelice7725]

I will pray for you Jill. Hang in there. God bless you.🙏💕

[@lindaperry2006]

Bless her

[@kristencobb230]

Sending big prayers and hugs 💕 🙏🏻. you’re a took cookie and will kick this!

[@eviestas]

I had a little in my lymph nodes . I had stage one cancer in one breast . I had radiation . I’m still here 16 years later. No reoccurrence.

[@kristinej.4182]

Both my mom and my sister are survivors of breast cancer. And due to my family history, I am getting all the tests I need every year - the mammogram and the MRI. Luckily our gene test came out negative but since the cause is likely hormonal, I’m also on the medication Tamoxifen as a precautionary measure. I hope more research can someday produce a cure for this horrible disease. Wishing Jill all the best!

[@jackiemurphy6072]

Much prayer 🙏 for you!❤

[@beckyjackson7510]

God Bless you Jill.❤

[@sonnysnavarro6860]

Your a brave fighter ❤

[@user-xf3kf7yc9u]

Keep fighting you got this

[@cherylcarr8761]

God bless you Jill!🙏🦋🦋🦋

[@susanlauer4217]

Been through this myself I’m on the other side of this 4 yrs now yes I found out after a mammogram , had a double mastectomy too had that red devil too but it was worth going through it to be on the other side . Live proudly sister of cancer we r in this together , live ur best life everyday 💗

[@cindybullock4959]

God bless you Jill

[@dorthymcbride3384]

I'm so sorry, Jill and family! I miss you so much! I miss ambush makeover! Get back with Louis and start a new ambush makeover started, and YOU SHOULD BE THE FIRST CLIENT❤😊THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR HAPPINESS AND JOY FOR LIFE!❤❤

[@salyol7]

All the best to you

[@Lisa-ze6fo]

Healing prayers and love. ❤❤❤