“But he willed himself to live.”

Clearly homeboy has some staying power, because he’s now 97 years old.

“Recently, I was diagnosed with stage fourlung cancer.

Bob Dole in 2017, close-up

My first treatment will begin on Monday,” he revealed.

“God bless you,” one userwrote.

“Thank you for your service, and leadership.

Bob Dole at 2017 hearing

You’re still an inspiration.”

However, other reactions were less glowing.

“AND I wish him well.

One user eventweetedthat Dole said he doubted tobacco was addictive back in 1996.