R&B singer Montell Jordan has shared the difficult news that his prostate cancer has returned, less than a year after celebrating being cancer-free. The 55-year-old artist, best known for his 1995 hit This Is How We Do It, spoke about his diagnosis during an appearance on NBC’s Today show on Wednesday.
Jordan was first diagnosed with prostate cancer in January 2024 and later underwent a radical prostatectomy to remove his prostate gland. Following the surgery, doctors declared the margins clear, and Jordan announced that he was free of the disease.
However, he revealed that the cancer had been detected again. “I always imagined I would be telling my prostate cancer story from the other side because my prostate was removed and the margins were clear. But close to a year later, I still need to go back for additional treatments because cancer has been detected,” he said.
According to the Daily Mail, a follow-up examination nine months after the surgery uncovered traces of cancer in lymph nodes on the left side of his body as well as in the prostate bed.
As part of his next phase of treatment, Jordan will undergo proton radiation therapy five days a week for seven weeks. His doctors will also administer hormone blockers to prevent testosterone from fueling the cancer’s growth.
Despite the setback, Jordan is maintaining an optimistic outlook. “It’s a seven-and-a-half week interruption of life to make sure I have a longer life,” he said. “I believe this treatment will eradicate the cancer and allow me to keep living with a great quality of life.”
Jordan also credited his wife, Kristin, and their five children for being by his side throughout the journey. He praised nonprofit organization ZERO Prostate Cancer for its continued support and announced he has partnered with the group to advocate for routine screenings. He emphasized the importance of early detection, particularly for Black men, who face a significantly higher risk of prostate cancer.
In addition to his advocacy work, Jordan plans to share his personal battle more broadly through a documentary titled Sustain. He introduced the project on Instagram this week, writing, “Never thought I would be here. We can’t wait for y’all to hear and see the story. The documentary is transformative.”
For fans, Jordan’s openness about his diagnosis highlights both the challenges of prostate cancer and the hope that comes with advancing treatments, community support, and the will to keep moving forward.