In the Monday, December 22 episode of Beyond the Gates, Anita learned she has cancer, and that wasn’t the worst of it. The type of cancer Anita has is far worse than she could have imagined.
Key Takeaways
- Anita is dealt a double blow with her cancer news.
- She leans on Sharon and Tracy in her time of need.
- Spreading the news of her cancer diagnosis.
Here’s What Happened on BTG
Anita (Tamara Tunie) meets with Dr. Ahn (Rachael Thompson), where she learns that she does have breast cancer. Unfortunately for Anita, that was just the tip of the iceberg.
Dr. Ahn informs Anita that she has Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, which is a very aggressive form of cancer and has a high recurrence rate. A visibly shaken Anita listened as the doctor informed her that decisions needed to be made quickly and that she would need a rock-solid support system.
Before she headed home, Anita stopped by Uptown and shared her news with Sharon (Bonita Brisker) and Tracy (Maria Howell). Anita vowed to beat this as her friends promised to stand by her side through this ordeal.
Once at home, it was time for Anita to let Vernon (Clifton Davis) in on her health scare. The news will have a huge impact on the Dupree family holiday festivities.
Why It Matters
Anita’s cancer diagnosis set the stage for another major crisis for the Duprees. The family has never faced a challenge like this before.
There’s no question that Anita and Vernon not only hold the Dupree family together but also many others in Fairmont Crest. They are the king and queen for sure.
Watching Anita fight for her life will allow BTG fans to see a different side of the relationship between her and Vernon, as well as their family. The Dupree family has been through it, but they haven’t faced losing one of their own like this.
The Fallout
Antia’s cancer diagnosis puts her future up in the air, especially considering the type of cancer she has. BTG is beginning a powerful storyline on a topic that affects many women and men.
Not everyone survives this diagnosis, and Anita may not be one of them. That seems unlikely, but it’s a soap, and anything is possible, especially in Fairmont Crest.
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