What stage cancer did John Hartson have?

What stage cancer did John Hartson have?

An hour after he heard the diagnosis of stage-four cancer, Hartson began to suffer from “a blinding headache. It went on for days and nothing could stop the pain.

Where was John Hartson born?

Swansea, United Kingdom
John Hartson/Place of birth

Why does John Hartson have a hole in his head?

Welsh football icon John Hartson has recounted the incident that left him fearing for his life two years ago. Two years ago today, the former striker, who played 51 times for Wales, was involved in a freak golf buggy accident that resulted in him requiring 48 stitches over the top of his head.

What height is John Hartson?

1.85 m
John Hartson/Height

What happened to Hartson’s sister?

John Hartson confirmed sibling Hayley had died at the age of 46 and was due to be laid to rest in her native Wales today. The retired striker took to social media to announce the sad news, revealing she had passed away last month. He wrote: “It is with great sadness today we put our beloved Hayley to rest.

Did John Hartson have a brain Tumour?

Leaving lumps on his testicles unchecked for more than four years, Hartson discovered cancer had spread to his lungs and brain in a devastating diagnosis in 2009. He required 67 chemotherapy sessions and two brain operations which cost him his hair, appetite and around five stone in weight.

Is John Hartson a Celtic fan?

Due to the close bond Hartson felt with both Celtic Football Club and their fans, he has a tattoo of a large Celtic crest on his upper arm with the words ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ underneath in honour of the song which Celtic fans sing ahead of big games.

Is Welsh Celtic player?

Stephen Welsh (born 19 January 2000) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Scottish Premiership club Celtic.

How old was Hayley Hartson?

46
John Hartson confirmed sibling Hayley had died at the age of 46 and was due to be laid to rest in her native Wales today. The retired striker took to social media to announce the sad news, revealing she had passed away last month. He wrote: “It is with great sadness today we put our beloved Hayley to rest.

Does Hartson speak Welsh?

John Hartson Big John grew up in Swansea and received Welsh language education before joining Luton Town as a youngster.

Where is Stephen Welsh from?

Coatbridge, United Kingdom
Stephen Welsh/Place of birth

What height is Stephen Welsh of Celtic?

1.88 m
Stephen Welsh/Height

What kind of football did John Hartson play?

John Hartson (born 5 April 1975) is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a striker, notably for Scottish club Celtic and Wales. Hartson is currently a pundit for S4C, Sky Sports, Premier Sports TV and BT Sport.

When did John Hartson win Player of the Year?

In April 2005 he shared the Scottish PFA Players’ Player of the Year award with Fernando Ricksen and in May he was voted the Scottish Football Writers’ Association Player of the Year. He played as Celtic won the 2005 Scottish Cup Final.

Why was John Hartson sent off in the Old Firm?

Hartson was sent off on a number of occasions, one being a notable dismissal towards the end of an Old Firm derby, when he was sent off for violent conduct along with Celtic teammate Johan Mjällby and Rangers player Fernando Ricksen. Hartson’s dismissal was overturned on appeal.

How old was John Hartson when he joined Arsenal?

In January 1995, at 19, he joined Arsenal for £2.5 million, a British record fee for a teenage player at the time. Along with Chris Kiwomya, Hartson was one of George Graham’s last signings before the manager’s sacking in February 1995.