Actor, writer and director Erik Jensen has been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.

His wife Jessica Blank announced his diagnosis in a GoFundMe set-up to help pay for Jensen’s treatment and other related expenses.

Jensen’s resume includes the role of Steven Edwards on season five of The Walking Dead, in addition to parts on Mr. Robot and For Life. 

His family are seeking $300,000 and remain optimistic Jensen will overcome the ordeal, however they shared concerns they may lose their SAG-AFTRA health insurance. 

‘The family has gotten health insurance through SAG (and occasionally WGA) for the past 23 years. Due to the strikes, the nonexistence of streaming residuals, and the fact that Erik may be recovering from major surgery during the earnings period to qualify for SAG insurance, they are facing a serious risk of losing their insurance.’

Actor, writer and director Erik Jensen has been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer

 His family are seeking $300,000 and remain optimistic Jensen will overcome the ordeal, however they shared concerns they may lose their SAG-AFTRA health insurance

His wife Jessica Blank announced his diagnosis in a GoFundMe set-up to help pay for Jensen’s treatment and other related expenses