“A year-and-a-half ago I was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, which has metastasized [spread] to my bones. The cancer is incurable, and too late for chemo.”

BBC / Instagram · Aug 10 · Lucy Davis reveals stage 4 'incurable' breast cancer diagnosis

“I'm not scared of whatever comes next. I'm at peace with it.”

BBC / Instagram · Aug 10 · Lucy Davis reveals stage 4 'incurable' breast cancer diagnosis

“I still would like to keep working. I'm perfectly able to do so, and acting is one of the biggest joys in my life.”

BBC / Instagram · Aug 10 · Lucy Davis reveals stage 4 'incurable' breast cancer diagnosis

“I almost didn't bother getting it checked. So I guess I'm saying don't ignore anything – get everything checked out.”

BBC / Instagram · Aug 10 · Lucy Davis reveals stage 4 'incurable' breast cancer diagnosis