A HOME And Away star has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer that has spread to his bones and bloodstream.<\/p>\n

Bruce Murray, who is suffering from oesophageal cancer, is a much-loved member of the Australian soap family.<\/p>\n

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He has worked as a key grip on the show for years.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

A Go Fund Me page has been set up to raise money for the stalwart of the Aussie TV industry while he undergoes treatment.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

"It's going to be a long journey but we are positive and know our cherished Brucey is a strong one.<\/p>\n

"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."<\/p>\n

Bruce's kind-hearted friends and family have already surpassed the $10,000 funding aim – with the current total at more than $17,000.<\/p>\n

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Bruce's website describes his telly work spanning the past two decades.<\/p>\n

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."<\/p>\n

He has purchased much of his own grip and key equipment over the years, cementing his role in the industry.<\/p>\n

His LinkedIn page shows that he joined Home And Away back in 1997, and has worked there for the past 26 years.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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