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February 14, 2026
A card reader predicted their relationship, but this couple had no idea what they'd overcome to stay together
February 14, 2026 / 7:00 AM EST / CBS News
TL;DR
- Tim and Emily Leary met in 2001 and maintained a long-distance relationship before marrying in 2006.
- Both Tim and Emily were diagnosed with rare cancers and treated at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
- Tim was diagnosed with prostate cancer and later pancreatic cancer, undergoing a Whipple procedure.
- Emily was diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor in her pancreas, also requiring a Whipple procedure and treatment for a liver abscess.
- The couple supported each other through their respective treatments, with Tim experiencing flashbacks when Emily was diagnosed.
- Both Tim and Emily are now in remission and continue with follow-up checkups.
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