Dennis Hopper Treated for Prostate Cancer

Dennis Hopper prostate cancer
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Dennis Hopper has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and was forced to cancel his appearance at an exhibition of his artwork and photography in Australia so he could seek treatment. Dennis Hopper, 73, is best know for his roles in "Rebel Without a Cause," "Hoosiers," "Apocalypse Now" and "Easy Rider".

An actor and artist, Dennis Hopper is being treated through a "special program" at the University of Southern California. Hopper was hospitalized in New York earlier this month and treated for dehydration, prior to being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

The "Easy Rider" star recently finished shooting the second season of "Crash," a TV version of the Oscar-winning 2004 film. He plays maniacal music producer Ben Cendars on the series, which airs on the Starz network. Hopper also has several film projects in the works.

Hopper just finished shooting the second season of the Starz drama "Crash". His manager, Sam Maydew said, "We're hoping for the best" but gave no other details about Dennis Hopper's prostate cancer diagnosis.

Cheryl Phillips
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Posted October 30th, 2009 by Cheryl Phillips

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