This Is How We Do It: Montell Jordan Opens Up About Prostate Cancer Battle, Prepares New Documentary
Written by b87fm on 09/25/2025
Montell Jordan will forever be known for giving the world one of R&B’s most timeless anthems, “This Is How We Do It.” But now, the singer, songwriter, and producer is making headlines for something far more personal — his fight against prostate cancer.
The 56-year-old recently revealed his diagnosis during an appearance on the Today Show and later told TMZ that his battle is ongoing. While doctors have been treating him with targeted radiation and hormone therapy, Jordan admits he is not yet cancer-free.
Instead of keeping the journey private, Montell is using it as a platform for awareness. As the newly named Global Ambassador for ZERO Prostate Cancer, he’s pushing for early detection — especially for Black men, who face a much higher risk of diagnosis and death from the disease.
“Early detection is the thing that not only helped save my life, but is saving my life,” he said.
Jordan’s story will be fully documented in his upcoming film “Sustain,” slated to hit festivals in Spring 2026. The project will chronicle his battle in real time — from his initial diagnosis in 2024, to multiple surgeries, to the reality of cancer returning.
For the South Central native, this chapter is just another reinvention in a career that’s already spanned music, ministry, and mentorship. Jordan says his life’s purpose has shifted from hits to healing:
“My music impacts people’s hearts, my ministry helps save souls, my marriage preserves family legacy, and my medical helps save lives.”
Still, the music hasn’t stopped. Jordan continues to revisit his classics — and even dropped a bucket-list dream: recording with his idol Stevie Wonder.
But for now, Montell’s main message is clear:
“Black men are nearly 70% more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer and two times more likely to die if it goes untreated. When detected early, it’s 99% treatable and curable. Every man entering his 40s should demand blood work done. If you don’t try and do something about it, it will try and do something to you.”
From Def Jam star to pastor, to health advocate and now filmmaker, Montell Jordan is proving once again — this is how you do it.
