Cancer is just another chapter in one’s life and not their whole story. Anton Enus, the SBS News anchor, had gone through the hardest phase of his life when the doctor diagnosed him with cancer. But even being diagnosed with bowel cancer, he fought hard and completed the demanding chapter of his journey where he had constant support of his partner Roger Hennings.
Presenter at SBS World News:
Enus has more than twenty-five years of experience in the Journalist broadcasting career. The news anchor joined the SBS world news in 1999 and has been representing news bulletins since then.
His first job was of a radio news reporter at the South African national Broadcaster SABC. In his work tenure, Enus had the multiple roles of TV News reporter and presenter and also often did the anchoring of Good Morning South America: The morning news show.
The news anchor had spent seven years in CNN World Report, a global news program as a correspondent.
How Much Salary does Enus Receive?
His long association with SBS proves that he is bounded by a lucrative deal and probably earns a huge salary. Although his details of earnings are not revealed, he apparently enjoys a net worth which is expected to be in millions.
Not only that, he eventually won the award for Best International Report for his story marking the 25th Anniversary of Chris Barnard’s heart transplant.
Anton Enus Dating His Gay Partner Roger Henning:
Anton Enus has been an open supporter of the LGBT community and is continually working for the welfare of gay and lesbian community. Back in 1980, he became one of the founding members of South African Gay and Lesbian Sports Movement.
Even after being a supporter of LGBT, Anton shocked the world when he revealed his gay partner Roger Henning. The gay couple is together ever since 1989. They have cherished all the moments that they have been together for more than twenty years.
Caption: Anton Enus facetime with his partner, Roger Henning on 8th May 2016
Source: Twitter
Enus had even shared the beautiful conversation with Henning in a lovely Facetime chat between the two and updated his fans about it on Twitter on 8th May 2016. Besides that; the two has not revealed any details of their love whether being their engagement or a possible wedding.
Enus always got support from his partner during his hard time when he got diagnosed with cancer. Henning acted more than a family being with him in every part of his life decision.
Anton Enus Battle with Cancer:
It came more than shocking news for his viewer when Enus announced him being diagnosed with Bowel Cancer. The gastroenterologist found that he had some polyps in his colon.
As the time passed by, the tumor was tentatively bigger than his previous checkups. When the tests like X-Rays, MRI and CT-Scan followed, the result was positive to be the Cancer.
Enus had also spoken the hard day when he had to go through a lot stating,
As we left the consulting room and walked back towards the hospital reception I broke down, engulfed in a spasm of loud sobbing. It had all become too much. Out of control. Unpredictable. Scary.
But he is more than grateful for the gastroenterologist to detect the disease at an early stage and cure it with many radiation and Chemotherapy sessions.
Caption: Enus at the last days of his Chemotherapy sessions on 17th February 2017
Back in February 2017, he shared a cheerful video of his last chemotherapy season where he was seen ringing the ceremonial bell in a joyful mood.
Anton’s Short Bio:
Anton Enus is a native Australian born and raised in the city of South Africa. Although his wiki doesn’t provide much information about his family and early childhood, but he celebrates his birthday on 14th September every year and currently ages 56. Anton stands at a decent height and has a healthy physique which goes well with his undeniable personality. Anton belongs to white ethnicity.