A HOME And Away star has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer that has spread to his bones and bloodstream.
Bruce Murray, who is suffering from oesophageal cancer, is a much-loved member of the Australian soap family.
He has worked as a key grip on the show for years.
The senior TV role saw Bruce supervising grip crews as well as assessing what equipment was needed while the Home And Away stars shot on location.
A Go Fund Me page has been set up to raise money for the stalwart of the Aussie TV industry while he undergoes treatment.
The wording on the charity page reads: "Recently our beloved, good friend Bruce Murray was diagnosed with Stage 4 Oesophageal Cancer, which has unfortunately gone into his blood stream and formed multiple cancers on his bones – ribs, spine, collar bone, sacrum, and hips.
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"Bruce will be starting Radiation Therapy on the 3 most urgent bone areas – spine, ribs and hips and soon be starting a combo of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy.
"It's going to be a long journey but we are positive and know our cherished Brucey is a strong one.
"If you would like to donate, please do – anything will help Bruce and his family through this journey and to allow some comfort through these tough roads ahead."
Bruce's kind-hearted friends and family have already surpassed the $10,000 funding aim – with the current total at more than $17,000.
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Bruce's website describes his telly work spanning the past two decades.
It reads: "Leading the team of grips, he has worked on a vast variety of locations, from beach, underwater, on vehicles and boats, on top of buildings, and cliff faces."
He has purchased much of his own grip and key equipment over the years, cementing his role in the industry.
His LinkedIn page shows that he joined Home And Away back in 1997, and has worked there for the past 26 years.
Away from the soap, Bruce is also known for working in the camera and electrical departments of TV shows Double The Fist, Good News Week and All Saints.
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