At a Glance
- Scott Adams, 68, creator of Dilbert, confirms fatal prostate cancer metastasized to bones.
- He is receiving Pluvicto treatment with help from former President Trump.
- Adams remains livestreaming and plans to write closing thoughts before passing.
- Why it matters: Fans and the public witness a high-profile figure confronting a terminal illness, affecting his creative output and public engagement.
Scott Adams, the 68-year-old comic-strip icon, has shared a stark update on his health, confirming that his prostate cancer has spread to his bones and is fatal. He continues to livestream his thoughts while preparing final reflections.
Diagnosis and Treatment
During a livestream of “Real Coffee with Scott Adams” on Thursday, Adams revealed a conversation with his radiologist the day before. He said:
Scott Adams stated:
> ‘It’s all bad news.’
> ‘The odds of me recovering are essentially zero.’
> ‘I’ll give you any updates if that changes, but it won’t.’
> ‘January will likely be a ‘month of transition,’ and I will continue livestreaming for ‘as long as it makes sense.”
He has been using testosterone blockers throughout the summer to manage pain. On Nov. 2, 2025, he posted on X asking former President Donald Trump for help obtaining Pluvicto, a drug his insurance had delayed. Trump replied, ‘On it!’
Political Support
Nov. 3, 2025 – Adams updated his followers:
Scott Adams stated:
> ‘Getting Pluvicto tomorrow, via Kaiser Northern California. The Trump administration works fast. Amazing.’
Current Condition
On Dec. 13, 2025, Adams livestreamed from a hospital bed, noting that his Pluvicto treatment had to be postponed because of radiation. He said, ‘I am paralyzed below the waist. I do have feeling, I just can’t move any muscles.’ The planned radiation to the spine was intended to restore some lower-body strength, but his latest update says there is no chance of regaining feeling in his legs.
Legacy and Public Response
Adams, best known for the satirical strip Dilbert, continues to produce the webcomic Dilbert Reborn after the strip was dropped from newspapers. In February 2023, his controversial remarks about Black Americans led to the withdrawal of his book Reframe Your Brain by Portfolio and the severing of ties by Andrews McMeel Universal.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Nov. 2, 2025 | Request for Pluvicto on X |
| Nov. 3, 2025 | Confirmation of Pluvicto arrival |
| Dec. 13, 2025 | Treatment postponed, paralysis update |
Key Takeaways
- Scott Adams’ prostate cancer is metastatic and fatal.
- Former President Trump facilitated his access to Pluvicto.
- Adams remains active on livestreams while preparing closing thoughts.
Adams’ candid updates remind fans that even iconic figures face the realities of serious illness, and his ongoing presence keeps his audience engaged until the end.
