‘On Patrol: Live’ Tom Rizzo Begs For Prayers Amid Heartbreaking Cancer Diagnosis
On Patrol: Live fans recently saw Captain Tom Rizzo ask for prayers via social media. No one knew what was wrong, but they sent them without any questions asked. Now, he has revealed that cancer has hit his home. Keep reading for more details on this heartbreaking diagnosis.
Tom Rizzo Begs For Prayers
When Sean ‘Sticks’ Larkin exited On Patrol: Live, viewers had no idea what to expect and who would take his place. Fortunately, Captain Tom Rizzo came in, and fans immediately fell in love. He was witty, charming, smart, and knew exactly what he was doing. Even when Sticks would return, the banter was perfection. Sadly, he was recently MIA from the show and had asked his fans and followers for prayers. No one knew what was going on, yet they obliged and made sure to know he was loved. However, Rizzo has now spoken up and out regarding his life and a big, but tragic update.
He shared a video via social media and began by discussing where he placed in the Mr. Health & Fitness competition. The goal of his trying to win was to “fund childhood cancer research, and bring awareness to the fight against childhood cancer.” Ultimately, he came in second in the quarter-finals, but then he noted that there was an interesting spin. As he was attempting to do something great for childhood cancer, one of his daughters had been admitted to the hospital with an aggressive form of cancer.
It was a horrible turn of events, and it now makes sense why he so desperately wanted and needed prayers. Moreover, it explains his absence, but he became incredibly emotional at the end of the video. The On Patrol: Live analyst apologized for not winning the competition, which was completely irrelevant given what he was facing. Yet, Rizzo promised that he would find the strength for himself and his children to push on.
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He has three daughters and one son, who are his absolute world. Immediately, his fans and followers chimed in with so much love and encouragement.
Everything Will Be Alright
When On Patrol: Live fans learned of what was going on with Captain Tom Rizzo, who worked out of Howell Township, New Jersey, they were blown away. Moreover, they were shocked that he even apologized for coming up short in the Mr. Health & Fitness competition. Of course, that was a diversion from his daughter’s aggressive cancer diagnosis. Ultimately, he was just trying to find light and courage in the darkest of hours:
- You didn’t come up short you’re right where you need to be!
- I’m sending up smoke, prayers, and anything else that may help. You are a warrior, so I guarantee she is also!
- I’m speechless. I’m so sorry to hear this news. I’ll be praying for you and your family. May God be with her, and may she get through this and come out stronger. Praying for strength for your family.
- Tom, I am so so heartbroken to hear this. We will be keeping her and your family in our prayers. Thinking of you in this most difficult time and hoping for healing. we love you guys!
This is horrible to hear, but we are sending love and prayers to Captain Tom Rizzo and his whole family. Hopefully, his daughter will feel all of the love continuously surrounding her.
Are you shocked that this is happening, and had you been curious what was going on? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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Our prayers are with Tom Rizzo and his family, we will pray for healing for his daughter who has this horrible diagnosis. As a two time breast cancer survivor, I understand how scary and unsettling this family is going thru. Our prayers are with the whole Rizzo family!
prayers and best wishes to you Mr. Rizzo. God is good!
I am so very sorry for what your daughter is going through. I pray for your daughter and that she will have the strength to fight her cancer. I just hate that word “cancer”. Believe me, I know exactly what you and your family are feeling, I was diagnosed with lung cancer July 2025. I know you are doing everything that her medical team is recommending. Chemo, radiation and targeted therapy may be rough but, in my opinion, totally necessary. Doctors do not want to talk about other medications available. I am not a conspiracy theorist, please believe me. I can perhaps put you in touch with a physician that is very well known that may be able to assist your daughter. I know my email isn’t supposed to be published however, you can get my email from the publisher of this news update. Love and prayers for strength to you and your family.
You are not alone.
MAY OUR POWERFUL LORD REACH DOWN AND PULL ALL THIS CANCER OUT OF HER AND ALL OTHERS BODIES AND DESTROY IT ALL PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR DAUGHTER
I pray that the doctor’s have Godly discernment, wisdom and knowledge in dealing with your daughters situation. In Jesus name, Amen.
Also, a peace that surpasses all knowledge 🙏
We watch you on OP LIVE and are always smiling when we see you and the way you interact with the others and the audience so I’m sure your smiling face will uplift your daughter. Most all of us have had someone diagnosed and sometimes even lost to cancer but thankfully children are so much more optimistic and hopeful. We are happy for her that she has you as her father because she and your wife will need your selflessness to get you all through this. Our thoughts and heart will be with you all.
Tom, my husband and I are praying for your daughter’s healing amidst this really tough diagnosis. May God be with and watch over you and your family during this time.
My family and I will pray for you and your daughter. I’m a former Special Police Officer from Oceantownship, NJ.
Praying for your daughter’s full recovery from the cancer diagnosis!
God Bless you, your daughter and family! God is Good and he will take care of your family!
Amen!!