Former Premier League goalkeeper Shaka Hislop has revealed that he’s battling an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The 56-year-old, known for his time with Newcastle, West Ham, and Portsmouth before transitioning into broadcasting, shared the news in a deeply personal Instagram video.
Hislop explained that during his annual physical he pushed for a PSA test — a decision that may have saved his life. The results came back elevated, and further testing, including an MRI and biopsy, confirmed he had an aggressive prostate cancer.
Six months after undergoing a prostatectomy, doctors discovered the cancer had already spread to his pelvic bone.
Hislop, who served as Trinidad and Tobago’s starting goalkeeper during their historic first appearance at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, is now using his platform to urge others to get checked. He stressed that men over 50 should make PSA screenings a regular part of their health routine, adding an especially important message for his own community.
“Allow me to speak to my community, my people,” he said, noting that Caribbean men experience the highest prostate cancer mortality rates in the world.
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The ESPN soccer analyst shared that he has completed nearly eight weeks of radiation treatment. “The journey continues,” he told fans, thanking them for their support as he continues to raise awareness and fight the disease.