A brave teenager has been named "a champion" for overcoming two bouts of rare cancer.

Theo Sergiou, of Devonia Gardens, was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a cancer which affects the retina of children, when he was two-and-a-half months old.

He underwent intensive chemotherapy treatment to save his life.

Although the cancer went into remission, tumours robbed him of sight in his left eye and left limited vision in his right.

And when he was 18 months old, the cancer returned and the toddler underwent radiotherapy treatment.

The tumours cannot be removed but Mr Sergiou, now 14, has been able to enjoy his life, playing visually impaired cricket and enjoying karate, swimming and running.

The Edmonton teenager starred in an Emmy award winning film about his life, Same But Different, in 2013 and was nominated for a BAFTA.

In recognition of his courage, he has now been named a champion by the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT).

His proud mother, Andria Sergiou, said: “Life is far from easy for Theo but he’s never let anything get in his way.

“He believes nothing is out of reach and, as a result, is an absolute inspiration to us all. He’s a very sociable boy who knows how to make people laugh and brightens up the room. We’re very proud of him.

“Of course Theo has his angry times, having been through everything that he’s experienced and the pain that causes, but his courage over the years has just been amazing.

“He’s a lovely character who has changed me, my husband and his two siblings. He’s also living proof for other children and parents going through this that there is light at the end of the tunnel. You have to accept and appreciate what you have.”

The trust offers one-to-one support for families and individuals affected by retinoblastoma, raises awareness of the signs and symptoms to prompt earlier diagnosis, and helps fund research into the disease.

Chief executive Joy Felgate said: “Every child affected by retinoblastoma faces huge disruption, upset and distressing treatment not to mention follow-on check-ups.

“We are delighted to recognise the courage, resilience and resourcefulness shown by Theo throughout his treatment and beyond. He really is a thoroughly deserving champion.”