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David Walliams ex-wife Lara Stone reveals cancer diagnosis

Model announced her breast cancer diagnosis on October 31, days before allegations against her former husband emerged.

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Lara Stone, the former wife of comedian David Walliams, announced on October 31 that she is undergoing treatment for breast cancer. The Dutch supermodel shared her diagnosis via an Instagram post during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, stating it had been a "huge shock" but she was grateful it was found early.

Stone, who shares a son with Walliams, has not publicly commented on the allegations made against her former husband. These claims, concerning alleged inappropriate behaviour towards individuals as young as 15, emerged from a joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News and were published on November 10. Walliams has denied all allegations but acknowledged in a statement that he sometimes "behaved thoughtlessly towards other people I had casual sexual relationships with" and regretted not always taking their feelings into account.

Personal Life and Marriage

David Walliams and Lara Stone met in 2009 and became engaged in January 2010, marrying four months later. The couple welcomed their son, Alfred, in 2013. Their marriage lasted five years, with the pair divorcing in 2015. Walliams cited Stone's "unreasonable behaviour" as the reason for their separation. They currently share joint custody of their son.

Stone did not share further details regarding the stage of her cancer or the specifics of her treatment. She urged her followers to check their breasts and make appointments if they noticed any changes to their bodies, emphasizing that early detection could save lives.

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01What health news has Lara Stone shared?

Lara Stone announced on October 31 that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. She shared this information on Instagram during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, expressing gratitude for early detection.

02What allegations have been made against David Walliams?

Allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards individuals as young as 15, dating back two decades, have been made against David Walliams. These claims were published on November 10 following a joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News.

03How has David Walliams responded to the allegations?

David Walliams denies all the allegations made against him. However, he has issued a statement acknowledging that he sometimes "behaved thoughtlessly towards other people" in past casual sexual relationships and regrets not always considering their feelings.

04What is the relationship between Lara Stone and David Walliams?

Lara Stone and David Walliams were married from 2010 until their divorce in 2015. They met in 2009 and have one son together, Alfred, who was born in 2013. They share joint custody of their child.

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