**Lee Starkey Undergoes Cancer Surgery, Fights Brain Tumor with Courage**
Ringo Starr’s daughter, **Lee Starkey**, recently underwent surgery for a **brain tumor**, marking yet another chapter in her long journey with this rare condition .
**A History of Resilience**
* **First diagnosis (1995, age 24):** Lee collapsed in her father’s home in London. Doctors diagnosed a **brain ependymoma**, and she was promptly flown to **Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston**, where she underwent **surgery and radiation therapy**, leading to a favorable recovery.
* **Second appearance (2001):** The tumor returned. Lee once again received surgical intervention and further treatment in Boston—and went into remission.
**The Latest Battle**
Earlier this month, Lee was diagnosed with another brain tumor and successfully underwent surgery. Sources confirm the operation went well, and recovery is now underway, though she may require further follow-up treatments.
**Support & Spirit**
Lee’s resilience draws from her past victories and the unwavering support of her family—especially her father, Ringo, and stepmother, Barbara Bach, who have been by her side throughout. Despite the repeated health challenges, Lee continues to thrive as a mother of three, a makeup artist, and a budding fashion designer in London.
**Looking Ahead**
Lee’s journey is a story of perseverance in the face of adversity. Thanks to advances in neurosurgery and oncology, survivors of ependymoma can have promising outcomes. Her latest surgery is a hopeful sign, but ongoing monitoring and support remain crucial.
Lee Starkey’s ongoing battle is a testament to human resilience—faced with repeated challenges, she continues to fight with determination and grace. Her story remains an inspiration.
