Entertainment personality Ian Turpie has been diagnosed with cancer.
He will start treatment on Monday and updates on his progress will be posted on his website.
Turpie and his family have requested privacy during his treatment so he can focus on making a full and speedy recovery.
His career has spanned more than 50 years, but the news has prompted the television star to retreat from the spotlight.
Born in Melbourne in 1943, Turpie's entertainment career began at age 10 when he was accepted into acting school.
In the 1980s he hosted the popular game show The New Price Is Right, and followed up with Press Your Luck and Supermarket Sweep.
His many accolades include a Logie for best light entertainment show Turpie Tonight.
Married to his wife Jan for more than 35 years, Turpie has three children and three grandchildren.
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