'Spartacus' lead Andy Whitfield has been diagnosed with a treatable form of non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

The Welsh-born actor is reportedly receiving immediate treatment in New Zealand, and is said to be "feeling strong, positive and determined," according to a statement posted on the Ausiello Files.

In the meantime, Starz Entertainment said that it will postpone production on season 2, titled 'Spartacus: Vengeance,' while Whitfield receives treatment for the disease.

For more on this story, visit PopEater.'Spartacus' lead Andy Whitfield has been diagnosed with a treatable form of non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

The Welsh-born actor is reportedly receiving immediate treatment in New Zealand, and is said to be "feeling strong, positive and determined," according to a statement posted on the Ausiello Files.

In the meantime, Starz Entertainment said that it will postpone production on season 2, titled 'Spartacus: Vengeance,' while Whitfield receives treatment for the disease.

For more on this story, visit PopEater.