His team wrote: “Dear friends, we have something personal to share. Michaal Flatley has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer.
“He has undergone surgery and is in the care of an excellent team of doctors. No further comments will be made at this time”
“We ask only for your prayers and well wishes. Thank you.Teamlord.”
The type of cancer Michael has been diagnosed with has not been disclosed.
In 2003, the American-born Irish dancer was diagnosed with a malignant form of skin cancer.