Mindy Cohn, best known for her role as Natalie Green on the hit sitcom The Facts of Life, has revealed that she is once again battling cancer, nearly a decade after overcoming a previous diagnosis.
The 59-year-old actress shared the news in an emotional Instagram post on April 19, posting a photo of herself in a hospital bed while giving a thumbs-up. In the caption, Cohn explained her recent absence from social media, writing that she had been away because she “had to go kick cancer’s ass.”
Cohn did not disclose the specific type of cancer, but confirmed she recently underwent treatment and is now in recovery. She expressed gratitude to the medical team at Providence Saint John’s Hospital in Santa Monica, including her surgeon, and thanked close friends who supported her through the ordeal.
“Recouping for another couple of weeks and then ready for my next adventure,” she wrote, ending her message with a defiant, “F**K Cancer!”
This marks Cohn’s second battle with the disease. She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012 and endured a five-year fight that included a double mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation. She was declared cancer-free in 2017 after completing treatment.
Following her latest announcement, an outpouring of support flooded social media from fans and fellow celebrities, including Helen Hunt, Octavia Spencer, and Sarah Paulson, who sent messages of encouragement and love.
Cohn rose to fame in the late 1970s and 1980s on The Facts of Life and has remained active in Hollywood, including voicing Velma in the long-running Scooby-Doo franchise and appearing in recent projects like Palm Royale.
Despite the health setback, Cohn’s message struck a hopeful tone, signaling resilience and determination as she continues her recovery.
