Danielle Fishel Opens Up About Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Family Concerns

The actress chose not to tell her young sons about her cancer to shield them from fear and worry.

Danielle Fishel was diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ, a very early form of breast cancer, in July 2024.
She underwent two successful lumpectomy surgeries and is now considering additional treatments, including estrogen blockers and radiation.
Fishel decided not to inform her sons, Adler and Keaton, about her cancer, instead explaining her condition as a 'boo-boo' that required gentle care.
Her decision was influenced by her desire to prevent her children from associating illness with death, especially after the loss of their grandmother to cancer.
Fishel shared her experience on the 'Amy & T.J.' podcast, highlighting the support she received from friends, family, and the breast cancer community.