Comedian Milton Jones says he is 'cancer-free' after undergoing surgery
The 61-year-old, who is known for his appearances on the BBC Two show Mock the Week, thanked the doctors and nurses who had helped him amid his treatment for prostate cancer.
He said he is "in a completely different place" now.
A statement from Jones to the PA news agency said: "A few months ago, I had to stop my tour Ha!Milton because I needed treatment for prostate cancer.
"I'm glad to say I've had that treatment and am now cancer-free!
"So, many thanks to all the doctors and nurses who helped me get better - I couldn't do their job (I tried, but apparently you have to be qualified).
"A big thank you to my family, friends, all those who helped reschedule things, and the many others who have been so nice to me.
"Along with all those who have kept hold of their tickets for the shows that have been rescheduled, and apologies to those whose shows we were unable to move.
"I have to admit there were a few dark moments when I wondered if anyone would ever see me again, but then I realised that I was leaning against the light switch.
"Thankfully, I'm now in a completely different place, and if you look at my website, you'll see that very soon I'll be in lots of other different places on tour too - miltonjones.co.uk I hope to see you there."
In April, Jones announced his diagnosis in an Instagram post where he explained he would need time to recover after undergoing surgery.
In the comments, Olympic cyclist Chris Hoy, who has incurable stage four prostate cancer, said: "Really sorry to hear it mate, best of luck."
The comedian rescheduled some gigs for the summer and has now announced 20 more shows to take place across September, October, and November.
His stand-up show, Ha!Milton, which is scheduled to end in November, is a play on words, making reference to the hit musical of the same name.
Prostate cancer develops slowly, so there may be no signs for years, but symptoms may include an increased need to urinate, straining while urinating, and a feeling that the bladder has not fully emptied.
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