Shaka Hislop gives an update in a video posted on social media after being treated for aggressive prostate cancer.
The 56 year old former Premier League goalkeeper shared a health update, says that 18 months ago, a routine PSA test revealed elevated levels and diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer, underwent radical prostatectomy in December 2024. Six months later, the cancer had spread to his pelvic bone.
He’s completed 7.5 weeks of radiation therapy and is on medication, with treatment is ongoing. Now Hislop is using his diagnosis and experience for men to get regular PSA tests.
Shaka Hislop said: “I have a story to tell. Roughly 18 months ago, I went for my annual physical and insisted on a PSA test, as I always do.
“This time around though, my PSA was elevated. An MRI and biopsy quickly determined that I had a fairly aggressive prostate cancer.
“A year ago, almost a day, December 6th to be exact, I had a radical prostatectomy and I thought that was it.
“But then, six months later, my PSA was again on the rise and another scan showed that my prostate cancer had spread to my pelvic bone.
“I started on medication pretty soon after and just this morning completed seven and a half weeks of radiation therapy. The journey continues.
“But doctors recommend that all men over the age of 50 get their PSA checked regularly. If you’re of African descent, that age drops to 40.
“If you’re somewhere like the UK or somewhere else that PSA tests aren’t encouraged, you have got to insist. And having a history of cancer in your family doesn’t matter.
“I had genetic testing done and they showed no traits in my family, yet this year would show that without going into too much detail, that even that didn’t exclude everybody in my immediate family.
“And now the highest rate of prostate cancer mortality is in Caribbean men. So if you allow me to speak to my community, my people, please go get tested. Know your PSA, track its history.
“Prostate cancer is survivable if caught early enough. There are treatments for it. Testing saves lives. It saved mine.”
Twitter users gave their reaction on Shaka Hislop after he gives update on being treated for aggressive prostate cancer…
@FelixLongbrook: I can sympathise, having gone through all the tests and a biopsy myself. I’m one of the lucky ones and I hope Shaka pulls through.
@UtdwithPride: Best wishes from all of us, Shaka 🖤🤍
@tv_gooner: Sending my best wishes to Shaka. We’re all with you ♥️
@Carlos_1982: This is very sad, I hope he can beat this, remember him at Reading, West Ham, Portsmouth and Newcastle, a good keeper #NUFC #WHUFC #Pompey #readingfc #Cancer
@Whoopdilly: Once a Royal, always a Royal. Sending love and best wishes to you Shaka, from all the Reading fans. URZZ! 💙🤍💙🤍
@FFSKarz: With the sad news about Shaka Hislop, I feel I have to remind every chap reading this that – especially those who have Afro-Caribbean heritage – to get yourselves checked out. Please xx
@jimski_kings: #nufc good luck and hoping Shaka Hislop has a full & speedy recovery from his diagnosis 🙏🤞🖤🤍
@RoyalstilIdie: Sending all our love and prayers to you Shaka! 💙🤍💙🤍 #ReadingFC @ShakaHislop
@Marlin2811: Top man @ShakaHislop, keep fighting, keep talking, all the best I’m sure from all at #readingfc , a true legend
@NufcWolf39: Get well soon shaks we are all with you ⚫️⚪️⚫️⚪️
@ricey63: A very good result. Tbh though my thoughts are with Shaka Hislop. Fight the good fight my man.
@Sheldon1Maggie: Best wishes and lots of strength to Shaka Hislop. Guys – make sure you check yourself or get checked out.
– @John_E_Reese: Another reminder if ever one was needed, to go and get tested and to advocate for yourself and push to have the right testing done. Wish Shaka all the best in his battle.
– @USASteeplechase: My heart goes out to one of the nicest men you will ever meet as he begins his battle with prostate cancer. Wishing him immense strength, courage, and a smooth journey to recovery 💙 #Shaka
– @fidbee: All the best to Shaka Hislop! Men, go and get your PSA test done. Do it not only for you but for your family. They want to have you around for a long time
– @KellenBecoats: My dad is a 3x survivor of prostate cancer because he got diagnosed early and was aggressive in his treatment. If y’all do anything, please stay vigilant and get tested early and often! Sending love to Shaka and his family!
