Share Earlier this month, his long-time friend Max, 32, declared he's 'really proud' of his close friend as he observes how well he's handled his devastating diagnosis and subsequent treatment. Speaking on the Dangerous Dinners podcast, the Strictly star said: 'Tom's got something called glioblastoma, which is quite an aggressive form of brain tumour. Shocking news: The former Wanted star, 32, was diagnosed with a stage 4 glioblastoma in September 2020 (pictured this year with wife Kelsey Hardwick and their two children) 'I'm so proud': Musician Tom's social media activity came after his close friend Max George revealed he's 'shocking' doctors with how well he's responding to treatment (pictured in 2013)