Samantha Harris Shares Second Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Samantha Harris revealed she was diagnosed with breast cancer for a second time.

On August 14, the former Dancing With the Stars cohost—who was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014—posted a video on Instagram sharing the health update with her followers.

“I have some health news that I need to share that I never thought that I would be sharing again in my lifetime, but I have a recurrence of breast cancer,” the 50-year-old said. “And I feel so fortunate to have been able to guide, support and lead so many of you in Your Healthiest Healthy community, and I will continue to do so, and I will fight on and I will be okay.”

“I’m so grateful for my family and my close friends, and as I lean on them, I also reach out to lean on you during this time, and I will continue to share more as my treatment plan unravels,” she continued. “I’ll see you soon.”

In the comments section, Harris received numerous supportive messages as she begins her cancer journey. Tom Bergeron, fellow former DWTS host, wrote, “Sending hugs.”

“Sending you so much love.❤️ 🙏” Melissa Peterman commented while Eva LaRue added, “ooh nooooo, my heart aches! I’m so sorry my sweet friend, sending you and your family so much love and every possible healing prayer. 🙏💗”

In March 2023, Harris spoke to PEOPLE about being diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer a decade ago.

The Your Healthiest Healthy author underwent a double mastectomy—where doctors discovered the cancer had also spread to her lymph nodes—and later had breast reconstruction.

Harris has since dedicated her platform to encouraging women to take charge of their well-being.

“We need to really make sure we’re making an effort for preventative care for ourselves so that we can have that longevity,” she explained. “I can help people understand that we can take even better control of our wellbeing in small, manageable steps that aren’t overwhelming.”

“We’re able to take control of our health more than we realize,” the Emmy-winning TV host said.