The 70-year-old channeled his character The Dude from The Big Lebowski in a social media statement about the diagnosis on Monday night (local time)
« I have been diagnosed with lymphoma Although it is a serious illness, I feel lucky to have a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good »
He also expressed his gratitude to his family, friends and medical team and vowed to keep fans updated on his recovery.
He ended with a call to vote in the US presidential election next month: « And, while I have you, don’t forget to go and vote Because we’re all together »
And comedian Kathy Griffin said she sent Bridges the « wish, hope, that you get everything you need and want »
Comedian and actress Amy Sedaris commented: « Oh no! I’m going to light a candle for you tonight »
Bridges is a seven-time Oscar nominee known for his roles in Starman, True Grit, The Last Picture Show and many other films
He won an Oscar in 2010 for Crazy Heart and was recently nominated to play a grizzled lawyer in Hell or High Water
Bridges is considered Hollywood royalty, the son of actors Lloyd and Dorothy Bridges, both of whom died in 1998
He’s next to star in FX and Hulu series, The Old Man
FX Networks said: « Our hearts go out to Jeff and his family during this difficult time and they have our love and support
« And, as Jeff always says, » We’re all in the same boat « Jeff, we’re all in the same boat with you »
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