Comedian and actress Kathy Griffin has shared details about a recent hysterectomy she had.
The 64-year-old took to her Instagram page on Monday to open up about the operation and also narrate her experience with her private nurse.
The recent update comes almost four years after Griffin was diagnosed with stage one cancer in August 2021.
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Kathy Griffin Shares Health Update
In her Instagram post, Griffin shared a note where she revealed her uterus had been removed.
She shared that she underwent a hysterectomy recently, where the doctors removed her uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries due to pre-cancerous reasons.
In the latter part of the post, Griffin shared details of her interaction with her nurse.
In a lighthearted tone, she mentioned that she would be posting on Patreon about her experience with her private “nurse,” who humorously believed that tariffs were terrorists.
Continuing on, Griffin humorously recounted how her “nurse” expressed dislike towards Donald Trump because she thought his policies were responsible for the rising prices of eggs and the addition of so-called “terrorists.”
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In the caption to her post, Griffin reflected on the funny side of her story and wondered why she didn’t have a reality TV show. She said, “Not to be an a–hole, but how do I NOT have a reality show to capture all of this??? I mean, you can’t write it. It’s too real.”
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Fans React To Griffin’s Health Update

Many of Kathy Griffin’s fans commented on her post, with some wishing her well on her health journey while others called for her to have a reality show.
One fan wrote, “Glad the operation is behind you & that you sent that “nurse” packing. Go very slow, no lifting, and I’ll keep my fingers crossed that the hormonal shift is easy on you. I’m sure at this point the comedy will just write itself.”
Another person added, “Wishing you a speedy recovery, gurrl!” while a third person noted, “You need a reality show!”
A fourth fan shared similar sentiments, adding, “Right!!! You SHOULD have your own reality show. Get well soon darling.”
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Meanwhile, some fans shared their hysterectomy experience. One such fan commented, “I had that done nearly 10 years ago. I was Stage 1 endometrial cancer. Sore tummy for a while but feel great. Get well soon.”
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Kathy Griffin’s Battle With Lung Cancer
Griffin’s hysterectomy is the second health scare she will have in four years. In August 2021, she revealed she was diagnosed with stage 1 lung cancer that needed part of the organ to be removed.
She made the announcement via a post on Instagram, writing, “I’ve got to tell you guys something. I have cancer. I’m about to go into surgery to have half of my left lung removed.”
Griffin continued, “Yes, I have lung cancer even though I’ve never smoked! The doctors are very optimistic as it is stage one and contained to my left lung.”
She expressed hope that she wouldn’t have to go through chemotherapy or radiation after the surgery and looked forward to a speedy recovery.
Griffin assured her fans that she would be fine and concluded with this advice: “Please stay up to date on your medical check ups. It’ll save your life.”
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Griffin Reveals She Is Lung Cancer-Free
In December 2021, the comedian appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and shared the good news that she was cancer-free after a successful surgery.
Griffin was in her best element during her time on the show and even joked about having lung cancer.
She said, “I had surgery. You’re not going to believe this. So I’ve never smoked, but I got lung cancer. In August, I had half of my left lung removed. I’m not even kidding.”
Griffin also revealed that an intubation tube affecting her vocal cords had temporarily altered her voice.
She quipped, “So now I’m like Minnie Mouse meets Marilyn Monroe. It will heal, but I’m sort of enjoying it. I’m a good two octaves higher, I think. It’s higher than Mariah Carey, I know that.”
Kimmel asked Griffin if the doctors were able to get all of the lung cancer out, and she confirmed that it was “fully removed.”
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Kathy Griffin Finalizes Divorce From Randy Bick

The couple, who married on January 1, 2020, after nine years of dating, honored their 2019 prenuptial agreement in the settlement.
Griffin agreed to pay Bick a lump sum of $75,000, covering his legal fees and living expenses.
Despite requesting spousal support in March 2024, Bick later waived that right.
Their official separation date was listed as December 28, 2023.