Andy Whitfield has thanked fans for supporting him after he discovered he had cancer.
Filming for the second season of Whitfield's show Spartacus: Blood And Sand was postponed earlier this year when the actor was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Whitfield has now written a message to Spartacus devotees on the official forum.
"To all of you incredibly generous human beings, who have supported, cared and collectively shared your stories, well-wishes and inspiring words, all of which have had a profound and moving impact on me," he said. "Your time, energy and compassion have been the lift needed to glide over some of the bumpy terrain of the last few months. Thank you."
Whitfield revealed that he is currently preparing to film the second season of Spartacus.
"I am now training again and hungry to reunite with the fantastic cast and crew," he said. "After this unexpected challenge but truly rewarding chapter, I have emerged feeling stronger, with a greater focus, commitment and passion and even more profound love of my family and friends."
He added: "I am very grateful for the extraordinary journey that was season one and now, after my own personal shake-up, am even more determined and passionately committed to having season two be very special again. Thank you all again for your ongoing support."
Starz recently announced the cast for the upcoming Spartacus prequel, which will feature Whitfield in two episodes.
