University of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders shared a deeply personal health battle Monday, revealing he recently underwent surgery for bladder cancer. The announcement, documented in an emotional video series, also featured model Karrueche Tran offering tearful support at his bedside, sparking dating rumors.
Sanders, 57, disclosed his diagnosis and subsequent bladder removal surgery in “For Your Glory,” a video series produced by his son Deion Sanders Jr.’s company, Well Off Media. The news follows months of speculation about the Colorado Buffaloes hhcoach’s health.
Tran’s Emotional Presence Fuels Speculation
The video prominently featured Karrueche Tran, 37, visibly distressed and struggling to speak through tears in Sanders’ hospital room before his surgery.
“We are dealing with bladder cancer,” Tran stated emotionally, pausing to cry. “He is having his bladder removed and they will create a new bladder with one of his intestines.” She explained this aggressive approach was chosen “because it fully removes the cancer to ensure it doesn’t come back, because it was close to his muscle.”
Tran remained a constant presence throughout the 18-minute video. Footage showed her holding Sanders’ hand as he was wheeled through hospital corridors post-surgery. After the operation, she appeared relieved, smiling and conversing with medical staff. She also asked detailed questions about his recovery timeline and test results, expressing concern upon learning his cancer was “very aggressive.” Her intimate involvement during this vulnerable time quickly fueled speculation about a romantic relationship between the two.
Sanders Declared “Cured,” Credits Faith
At a press conference held Monday, Sanders appeared alongside his doctor, Dr. Janet Kukreja, Director of Urological Oncology at the University of Colorado Cancer Center. Dr. Kukreja delivered positive news: “I am pleased to report that the results from the surgeries are that he is cured from the cancer.”
An emotional Sanders reflected on the diagnosis: “When we hear that word [cancer], it’s usually a life sentence attached to it. But not this time. Not this time, because God got me.” He expressed deep gratitude for the support he received.
Relationship Histories Add Context
Tran was previously in a long-term, on-and-off relationship with singer Chris Brown (2011-2015) and has been linked to Rob Kardashian. Sanders was engaged to producer Tracey Edmonds in 2023, but the couple announced an amicable split in December of that year, stating they would remain friends. Representatives for both Sanders and Tran have not commented on the current dating rumors.
The video series provides a raw look at Sanders’ health journey, highlighting Tran’s supportive role during a critical chapter in the coach’s life. While the nature of their relationship remains unconfirmed, Tran’s emotional presence during Sanders’ cancer treatment has become a focal point for fans and media alike.
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