UK singer Cliff Richard performs in California in 2017

UK singer Cliff Richard performs in California in 2017

 Jesse Grant

UK pop star Cliff Richard revealed Monday that he has been treated for prostate cancer over the past year, but said the disease has been successfully treated.

The illness was revealed as part of a health check-up as the 85-year-old Richard was about to embark on an international tour, he told ITV television.

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