Richard Lloyd of Television Fighting Cancer

Richard Lloyd, founding guitarist for the band Television, is battling bile duct cancer.

A GoFundMe page has been set up by his bandmate in the Richard Lloyd Group, Sean Seymour.

"He has tumors in his liver, including one located dangerously close to a major blood vessel," the page reads. "Because of its location, doctors cannot safely operate to remove it at this time. Since his diagnosis, Richard has been through an extraordinary amount. He has been in the ICU seven times, dealing with serious complications including sepsis twice, as well as complications involving his liver and kidneys. And through all of this, he's fighting."

Seymour's note also explains that Lloyd is currently unable to tour because of his illness, and that his wife, Sheila, is his primary caregiver.

"Richard has spent decades giving his music to other people," the page continues. "Now it's our turn to give something back to him. If Richard's music has meant something to you — if you've listened to Marquee Moon, seen Television perform, followed Richard's career, or simply know and love him as a person — please consider donating. And if you aren't able to donate, please share this fundraiser. Sharing it may be just as important as giving."

Lloyd himself shared a few words included on the GoFundMe page: "I am usually a pretty upbeat person and I am taking this in stride, but it has become very difficult on our own and financially we are strapped. That's why I'm asking for your help. If you can see your way clear to make a donation please do that. Otherwise, please pass it around to your friends that might help and people that know me."