Key Takeaways
- Chad Zumock shared on the MLC Podcast that he heard Jeff Ross might have terminal cancer.
- A Twitter user questioned if the cancer claim was true or part of a Netflix roast special joke.
- During the episode of “Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year”, Jeff said, “It’s been a rough year. I had cancer.”
Jeff Ross, a well-known comedian famous for his roles as roastmaster and for his numerous appearances on comedy specials, recently made headlines concerning his health.
On the Misery Loves Company (MLC) Podcast, Chad Zumock shared that he heard Jeff Ross has terminal cancer.
He explained that this information might be kept quiet and admitted that he may have accidentally let it slip.
Chad emphasized that this was based on what he had heard from his sources, but he didn’t seem entirely certain about the details.
His statement left some room for doubt, though it sparked curiosity about the situation.
When others pressed Earl Skakel for clarification, he responded by saying he didn’t know anything about it and couldn’t confirm the claim.
Earl also mentioned being under a gag order, which limited what he could say about the matter.
Additionally, he expressed his preference for maintaining his comedy spots in Los Angeles, suggesting he didn’t want to get involved in any controversy.
This left the situation unclear, with both comedians being vague about the sensitive topic.
The discourse about Jeff Ross’s health took a more public turn on X (formerly Twitter), where users debated the truth behind the rumors. A user wrote:
Does Jeff Ross really have cancer or is it just a joke on the Netflix 2024 roast special?
— Justine Hudson (@DrJustineHudson) December 27, 2024
Another replied:
According to @chadzumock’s sources, its true. But nothing verified. Not seeing the big news outlets reporting anything except TMZumock.
Via X
The third one wrote:
I am also curious. Can’t find any evidence
Via X
On December 27, in a fresh episode of “Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year,” Sam Morril and Mark Normand humorously targeted Jeff Ross, who lightheartedly talked about his challenging year, remarking:
It’s been a rough year. I had cancer. Tomorrow is my last day of Chemo.
Via Instagram
This segment led to varied reactions on social media. On Instagram, one user commented:
He looks like he’s on chemo from the day one I saw him ……!!!! Chemo addict ……
Via Instagram
Another user joked:
it was… scripted! Lol
Via Instagram
A third remarked on the apparent inconsistency of his appearance with typical chemotherapy effects, writing:
The only person to go through chemotherapy and not lose weight
Via Instagram
These reactions indicate that the mention of cancer during the roast was likely a scripted part of the act, designed to blend humor with shock value, leaving the audience both amused and uncertain about the authenticity of the claim.
While there has been no official confirmation from other news outlets regarding Jeff Ross’s health or a cancer diagnosis, it appears that the mention of cancer was likely intended solely as a comedic element for the roast.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Jeff Ross was born on September 13, 1965, to his mother, Marsha, who tragically passed away from leukemia, and his father, who d*ed from dr*g-related causes.
- He graduated in 1987 from Boston University’s College of Communication.
- As an actor, he has appeared in notable productions such as “Stuck on You,” “Along Came Polly,” “Six Feet Under,” and more.
