Seventy-year-old

American actor Jeff Bridges has revealed that he has been diagnosed with

lymphoma.

“As the Dude

would say … New s**t has come to light,” he said in a Twitter post on Monday

night.

“I have been

diagnosed with Lymphoma. Although it is a serious disease, I feel fortunate

that I have a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good. I’m starting

treatment and will keep you posted on my recovery.”

Lymphoma is

a type of cancer that starts in the cells that are part of the body’s immune

system.

And even as

he thanked people for their support and well wishes, the iconic actor also encouraged

the public to vote in the November 3 presidential election between Donald Trump

and Joe Biden.

“I’m

profoundly grateful for the love and support from my family and friends. Thank

you for your prayers and well wishes. And, while I have you, please remember to

go vote. Because we are all in this together,” he said.

Bridges’ acting

career began when he was only a child, but his first lead role came in 1971 when

he acted in The Last Picture Show. He would go on to act dozens of movies

and TV shows, including Tron, True Grit, Hell Or High Water,

Blown Away and Against All Odds.

In addition,

he has dabbled in music and photography, and he is also an author and narrator.