By LILY JOBSON, SHOWBUSINESS REPORTER
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The Wildhearts frontman Ginger Wildheart has revealed he has married his partner Jane Graley on Thursday, seven months after his terminal cancer diagnosis.
The musician, 61, refused treatment and has two to three years to live after being diagnosed with a 'rare and aggressive' form of cancer Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
Ginger shared a photo of himself and his blushing bride Jane in a church after saying 'I Do' alongside his beloved dog, Maggie.
The rockstar's fans shared their congratulations in the comments after he announced their marriage on Instagram.
Jane looked pretty in a strapless white gown as she gazed into Ginger's eyes, who sported a vibrant checkered suit.
The band revealed that the musician first began experiencing 'severe pains' during the group's UK headline tour last December.
The Wildhearts frontman Ginger Wildheart has revealed he has married his partner Jane Graley on Thursday, seven months after his terminal cancer diagnosis
The musician, 61, refused treatment and has two to three years to live after being diagnosed with a 'rare and aggressive' form of cancer Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)
Ginger spoke out about the diagnosis on social media back in March: 'Thank you for all your messages of support. I won't go through treatment. I've lived the life of ten men and will die with dignity.
'Still got 2-3 years to say goodbye to everyone. And I'll be rocking until the very last moment. No misery please. Positivity all the way.'
Ginger pushed through the discomfort throughout the More Satanic Rites tour, taking painkillers so he could continue performing without disappointing fans.
After the run of shows, he sought medical tests to uncover the cause of the ongoing pain.
The statement began: 'During The Wildhearts' incredible More Satanic Rites UK tour in December 2025, frontman and founding member Ginger Wildheart was experiencing severe pains that some nights forced him to take some short breaks from stage.
'Determined not to upset the band's loyal fans – new and old – Ginger took painkillers to ensure the rock'n'roll was delivered, without missing a riff…
'We are saddened to report that Ginger has been diagnosed with Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL) – a rare but aggressive strain of cancer.'
According to Macmillan, MCL is a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL).
MCL develops when B-cells become abnormal (cancerous). B-cells are white blood cells that normally help fight infection. They are sometimes called B-lymphocytes.
The rockstar's fans shared their congratulations in the comments after he announced their marriage on Instagram
The band revealed that the musician first began experiencing 'severe pains' during the group's UK headline tour last December (seen in 2019)
Ginger spoke out about the diagnosis writing online: 'Thank you for all your messages of support. I won't go through treatment. I've lived the life of ten men and will die with dignity'
The initial sad news was shared in a statement posted to the band's social media channels on Tuesday
The abnormal B-cells (lymphoma cells) usually build up in lymph nodes, but they can affect other parts of the body.
Despite the diagnosis, the band said Ginger remains in 'fine fettle' and is continuing to write new music.
All scheduled live commitments – including next month's appearance at Takedown Festival – are still set to go ahead as planned.
The band have asked fans for support and positivity as Ginger begins the next stage of his treatment and recovery.
It continued: 'While we process this news and await further medical advice, Ginger wants everyone to know that strength and positivity will prevail and the show will go on.
'Make sure you come and see The Wildhearts – sounding bigger and more refreshingly amazing than ever – at a venue near you soon.'