Teddi Mellencamp’s Small Son Lives In Fear, Checks Her Breathing Amid Cancer Battle
Reality star Teddi Mellencamp has recently been sharing her health journey with fans, especially following a diagnosis of stage 4 cancer. Recently, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills opened up about her family amid her cancer battle and how they are handling things. In particular, she shared an emotional story about her son, as well as some advice for fans.
Teddi Mellencamp Recently Talked About Staying Positive Amid A Difficult Time
Mellencamp, the daughter of musician John Mellencamp, is arguably best known to audiences thanks to appearing on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. She had been part of the main cast from seasons 8 to 10, appearing as a guest in subsequent seasons.
Back in October 2022, Teddi had been diagnosed with a form of skin cancer, stage 2 melanoma, which progressed to stage 4 by April 2025. In addition, she has been hospitalized for brain tumors.
Over the past few months, Teddi has shared her story with various outlets, including podcasts and her own social media accounts. Recently, she spoke with Extra’s Billy Bush about this difficult time.
Teddi appeared with a blonde wig, musing that, “I was like, ‘I can’t be looking like I got a toupée up here.” She admitted, “Today is a good day. I think what I’ve learned through all of this is some days, I’m gonna feel great… Some days, I’m not… Everybody’s journey’s different.”
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Teddi noted that she tries to keep positive through it all. She shared, “I would say a big thing has been all of the people messaging me saying, ‘I went and got checked because of you,’ or ‘My doctor only had me get this checked, and then I said, no, you should also do this.’”
The Real Housewives alum also discussed when she can expect to learn more. She continued, “Wednesday, I go in and get my next CAT scan, where they’ll find out if these recent tumors are getting smaller, and then I also get my third round of immunotherapy.” That said, she had courage over what would happen. She shared, “I feel like in my heart of hearts, I’m going to beat it.”
The Real Housewives Star Also Made Sure To Share Important Advice With Fans
However, Teddi also shared she’s still worried for her kids. She noted, “I get sad at the idea of not, and my kids are young. My kids are young, and I still have a lot more trouble to cause. I have so much. I’m nowhere near ready, and I feel like I’m gonna fight as hard as I possibly can. But um, no, it’s scary.”
As for how her kids are handling things, Teddi shared, “I think the girls are okay because they just are so chatty. You know, they ask everything. Cruz, my son… He is a little bit confused because he’s not asking questions.”
The Real Housewives star noted her son has especially grown concerned for her. “The other day I was having a sip of, taking a sip of something, and he goes, ‘Can I have a sip?’ I was like, ‘Yeah, sure.’ And he goes, ‘Never mind, actually you’re contagious.’ And I’m like, ‘I’m actually not contagious, bud.’ And, like, he’ll come in in the middle of the night and, like, check that I’m breathing.”
Before the conversation was over, Teddi also wanted to share some important advice for fans: “Go get checked. Everybody do it. I know it’s annoying. I know the appointment may be three months out and it’ll drive you nuts, but it’s worth it.”
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