BOSTON, MA – Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame slugger Jim Rice is widely known as a courageous fighter, a title he earned on the field and in his personal life. The recent viral posts and emotional fan reaction circulating online, however, are based on misleading information.
Jim Rice is a longtime survivor and advocate, not currently in a new, breaking battle with the disease.
The True Story: A Champion of Awareness
The reports of Rice’s current struggle are incorrect, but they stem from his very real and public victory over cancer years ago:
- Survivor Status: Jim Rice is a survivor of Stage II rectal cancer.
- Advocacy: Following his successful treatment, which included a permanent colostomy, Rice has dedicated his time to working as a spokesperson for organizations like the Colon Cancer Alliance. He is a prominent advocate for education, screening, and early detection of colorectal cancer.
- Current Activity: As recently as January 2025, Rice was actively involved in baseball, joining an ownership group that is reviving the Brockton Rox in the Frontier League (an MLB Partner League).
The continued sharing of posts suggesting a new, immediate fight reflects the deep inspiration fans draw from his original battle and his willingness to use his platform to help others.
