Teddi Mellencamp Opens Up About Stage 4 Cancer: ‘Grateful Even in the Struggle’
Los Angeles, CA — Former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Teddi Mellencamp is opening up about life with stage 4 cancer, reminding her followers that while the journey is difficult, she continues to find gratitude in the love surrounding her.
“Emotions High” — Teddi’s Honest Update
On Monday, Sept. 22, the 44-year-old reality star posted a candid update to Instagram. Sharing a bare-faced selfie in a cozy hoodie, Mellencamp began her caption with a relatable line:
“Mondays, am I right?”
She went on to reveal her emotional state:
“Emotions high. Love to everyone out there. If I haven’t responded to your text, I love you. I am just struggling.”
While she didn’t specify the details of her challenges, she invited her 1.2 million followers to join her in reflecting on small positives throughout the day.
“Mine is: I feel very grateful for the people in my life,” she wrote, adding a pink heart emoji. 💗
Fans Rally With Messages of Hope
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Mellencamp’s post quickly filled with supportive messages and uplifting stories.
One follower shared:
“My sister had lung cancer, breast cancer, throat cancer, stage 4 with liver cancer. She beat them all and has been cancer free for 5 and a half years!”
Another offered words of encouragement:
“My dad beat stage 4 melanoma!! Keep on fighting!! Immunotherapy isn’t pretty but he’s been cancer free for several years. Hugs and prayers to you.”
Her Battle With Stage 4 Cancer
Teddi Mellencamp was first diagnosed with stage 2 melanoma in 2022. Since then, she has endured multiple surgeries, having 17 melanoma spots and four brain tumors removed. In April, she confirmed the cancer had metastasized to her brain and lungs, marking her most difficult chapter yet.
In an August Instagram Story, wearing a hospital gown, she admitted:
“At this point, I feel like I live in doctors’ offices. Here we go. Go get your checks everyone — for all the things. All the appointments. It’s worth it.”
Facing Life and Career Changes
Mellencamp, who co-hosts the popular podcast Two Ts in a Pod, has also been candid about how her diagnosis impacts her future. On The Jamie Kern Lima Show podcast last month, she revealed she doesn’t see herself returning to The Real Housewives franchise anytime soon:
“Yeah, no. I don’t have the bandwidth for it right now. I’m not somebody that likes to do something when I can’t be good at it.”
She also shared how treatment side effects have affected her speech:
“I feel like my words are a little stuttery sometimes… Some people have to relearn to talk after these surgeries. The fact that I can do as much as I can do, I’m so blessed for. But some days are very bad.”
Finding Gratitude in the Struggle
Even while acknowledging the hard days, Mellencamp continues to focus on gratitude, family, and the love of her community. Her message resonates not only with those battling cancer but with anyone navigating life’s challenges.
Her openness has become a source of strength for many, and as one fan commented:
“You’re inspiring so many of us just by being real.”
