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We reported earlier that production on “Parenthood” had been delayed because actress Maura Tierney was undergoing a “medical evaluation.” Apparently, the way NBC worded this caused rumors and speculation to fly, so Maura Tierney is setting the record straight with a health update statement.

Maura Tierney writes, “In an effort to guard my privacy, it seems that the wording of NBC’s press release has unfortunately caused some confusion and undue alarm about my health. I have discovered a tumor in my breast which requires surgery. I will not know either my exact diagnosis or course of treatment until that surgery is performed. My doctors have all assured me this is a very treatable condition. I’m very optimistic as to the outcome and want to thank everyone who has sent positive thoughts and support. I look forward to going back to work soon.”

Here’s hoping the very best for Maura Tierney!

We reported earlier that production on “Parenthood” had been delayed because actress Maura Tierney was undergoing a “medical evaluation.” Apparently, the way NBC worded this caused rumors and speculation to fly, so Maura Tierney is setting the record straight with a health update statement.

Maura Tierney writes, “In an effort to guard my privacy, it seems that the wording of NBC’s press release has unfortunately caused some confusion and undue alarm about my health. I have discovered a tumor in my breast which requires surgery. I will not know either my exact diagnosis or course of treatment until that surgery is performed. My doctors have all assured me this is a very treatable condition. I’m very optimistic as to the outcome and want to thank everyone who has sent positive thoughts and support. I look forward to going back to work soon.”

Here’s hoping the very best for Maura Tierney!

The new NBC drama “Parenthood” has been pushed to midseason due to star Maura Tierney’s unspecified illness. Here’s hoping all is well with Tierney, who is currently undergoing a medical evaluation.

NBC announced that production on Parenthood has been postponed eight weeks, “due to medical evaluation that (Tierney) is undergoing. We are unable to release further details and ask that you respect her privacy at this time.”

Parenthood, based on the 1989 film, had been scheduled to begin filming in late July – now it will begin in late September.

Parenthood, starring Peter Krause, Tierney, Erika Christensen and Dax Shepard as siblings in various stages of family relationships, had been slated for a September 23 premiere. Check out the sneak peek video for what looks to be a very good dramatic series.

Parenthood will now begin mid-season on NBC.