Gladiator Rhaskos fame Loane aka John King has left us for heavenly abode, know his cause of death, obituary and age
The actor passed away at the age of 49 after battling 7 month long with cancer.
John King Gladiator Rhaskos Actor Passed Away, Cause Of Death, Obituary, Age, Biography, Family And Cancer News
Loane was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma cancer in his pancreatic glands in January this year. Following the diagnosis, a fundraising campaign was set up to raise money for John’s treatment.
Ioane “John” King, Actor on Starz’s ‘Spartacus,’ Dead at 49…
"Adenocarcinoma"…
– The Hollywood Reporter
— Dr. James E. Olsson (@DrJamesOlsson) August 21, 2022
Rest in Peace Ioane 'John' King
Spartacus actor sadly passed away at 49 after a battle with cancer. pic.twitter.com/Wcjrsgx2BR
— Benilens (@bendidnotsin) August 21, 2022
The actor has consistently shared his health update with his friends and followers through Facebook. The tragic news of the actor’s demise was confirmed by his family with a statement on his Facebook page.
The statement was posted on Aug 15 which reads, “This is an update regarding John. With sadness we share that earlier today John’s fight ended. He passed in the company of loving friends and family.”
The statement further added, “John leaves a big hole in this world, having been a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, friend and human being.
Those of us lucky to have met him will carry on with his legacy of kindness, positive influence, hard work and love. Please, if you can, continue to support John’s family through their own fight in this difficult period.”
After learning the news of the New-Zealand-based actor’s death, his co-stars and fans started paying their tributes and condolences to the family.
Apart from his Spartacus shows, he also worked as a corrections officer and as a personal trainer. After being diagnosed with cancer in January, his chemotherapy began in March this year.
Later, a campaign was organized to raise funds for his medical expenses. The fundraiser campaign reads, “In January 2022, our brother John became very unwell and was diagnosed with Adenocarcinoma Cancer of the Pancreas and other organs.
“Chemotherapy started on 03/03/2022. John’s diagnosis is terminal and chemo is meant to slow down the growth of our Champion’s cancer. But John is a warrior.”
“But the pride and happiness surrounding this project were struck down. 6 weeks after moving into their home total devastation hit with John’s diagnosis. They have had to reassess their priorities completely.”
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