Joe Amabile says a recent whole-body MRI uncovered what doctors believe is an early-stage brain tumor, and he now faces surgery in two weeks. The “Bachelor in Paradise” star shared the update in a video on Instagram, saying the finding came as a complete shock.
“I definitely wasn’t expecting this,” Amabile said. “I think it’s one of those things where you’re like, ‘oh, something like this can never happen to me.’ And here I am.”
What doctors found
Amabile said the scan revealed a “blueberry-sized lesion” in his brain. He added that doctors believe it “looks to be a glioma, which is a tumor,” and that the goal is to remove it and test it after surgery.
| Detail | Information Shared by Amabile |
|---|---|
| How it was found | Whole-body MRI screening |
| What doctors believe it is | A glioma |
| Timing of surgery | In two weeks |
| His hope | The tumor is in its early stages and can be removed fully |
In a caption on the post, Amabile said the past month has brought “a lot of ups and downs” and that multiple scans and MRIs led to the diagnosis. He wrote that he is doing his best to stay positive and is grateful for support from family and friends.
Support from Bachelor Nation
Reaction from the “Bachelor” and “Dancing with the Stars” communities was immediate, with many sending well wishes in the comments. Jenna Johnson, who partnered with him on “DWTS,” wrote, “Omg Joe! Sending you all the love and support.”
Joey Graziadei also added, “Sending you all the love and support brother ❤️ can’t wait to play a round of golf when you’re all better ⛳️”
Amabile, who also appeared on season 14 of “The Bachelorette” and season 27 of “Dancing with the Stars,” said he went back and forth about sharing the news publicly. He said the health issue is now part of his life, and he wants to keep followers updated as he moves into the next stage of treatment.
Amabile is married to Serena Pitt, whom he met on “Bachelor in Paradise.” The couple tied the knot in October 2022.