EBONY: Montell Jordan on Health, Faith and His 30th Anniversary Tour: “I’m Gonna Be Healed”

In a deeply personal and spiritually charged sit-down with EBONY, Montell Jordan reflects on his ongoing battle with recurring prostate cancer, a journey he confronts with unwavering faith, deliberate strategy, and newfound advocacy.

“Faster Than Cancer” — A Proactive Mindset

Montell opens with a powerful mantra:

“I’m on a journey that I gotta be faster than cancer. I gotta run ahead of it…”
 

His words underscore not just a fight, but a commitment to stay ahead—strategizing, planning, and acting decisively.

Diagnosis, Surgery, and the Awareness That Followed

He was diagnosed with Stage 1 prostate cancer in early 2024 following routine screenings, and underwent a prostatectomy. However, subsequent tests revealed lingering cancer, prompting him to continue the fight.

Grounded by Faith and Support

Ordained in 2011, Montell and his wife of 31 years, Kristen, lead the faith-based marriage ministry Marriage Masterpeace. He shares that healing for him can be supernatural or medical—"However, God wants to do it, … I'm gonna be healed.”

In discussing vulnerability, he emphasizes the importance of family and spiritual community. He first shared the recurrence with his wife and children—then his wider family and prayer networks—who have been a foundation of support.

Treatment: Proton Therapy

Rather than undergo chemotherapy or additional surgery, Montell is opting for proton therapy—a highly targeted radiation treatment delivered five days a week over seven and a half weeks (37 sessions) aimed at destroying cancer in specific lymph nodes.

Documenting the Journey: Sustain

Montell and his wife are documenting this chapter of his life in a biographical film titled Sustain. Capturing raw, emotional footage—from tears to moments of faith—the film juxtaposes the anniversary of his iconic song “This Is How We Do It” (now 30 years old) with a personal fight for survival.

The couple is self-funding production, currently fundraising, and have launched SustainTheMovie.com to accept support.

ZERO Prostate Cancer Partnership

Montell is now a Global Ambassador for ZERO Prostate Cancer. He draws a powerful parallel: his song is turning 30, and ZERO will also reach its 30th anniversary next year—melding cultural significance with life-saving outreach.

Together, they are working to screen over 100,000 men—especially Black men—destigmatize medical care, and highlight that prostate cancer is 99% treatable when caught early.

Touring with a Purpose: “This Is How We Cure It”

For 2026, Montell plans a poignant 30-city tour titled “This Is How We Cure It.” It will celebrate three decades of his music and ZERO’s mission with concerts, documentary screenings, and on-site health screenings.

Read the full EBONY article here. 

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