Scott Baio, best known for his role as Chachi Arcola on the long-running TV show Happy Days, sustained a horrible blow earlier this week. His wife Renee has been diagnosed with a brain tumor.

The family is asking for prayers in the wake of this disturbing news, but is proceeding with faith and optimism.

The Charles in Charge actor and his wife have been married for seven years, and are the parents of a seven-year-old daughter, Bailey DeLuca.

Scott Baio shared word of his wife’s diagnosis via Facebook.

Following his announcement, Scott Baio asked via Twitter for prayers for Renee.

Sometimes God throws you a curve ball. If any extra prayers, give them to @MrsScottBaio Thanks

— Scott Baio (@ScottBaio) June 16, 2015

Those prayers multiplied quickly, prompting Scott Baio to thank those praying for his wife.

Thank you for the prayers & support for my wife. #meningiomabraintumor https://t.co/QVbUqDL0Sj

— Scott Baio (@ScottBaio) June 16, 2015

RT @MrsScottBaio Tks 4 well wishes. A Meningioma brain tumor is a bump in the road compared 2the trials/tribulations my spec needs kids live

— Scott Baio (@ScottBaio) June 17, 2015

“My wife is my rock,” Scott Baio said in his Facebook announcement. “She refuses to even shed one tear, nor will she question God’s will. Renee, Bailey and I will get through this and along the way maybe help educate others to get checked out (MRI with contrast) as 6,500 people each year, mostly women get these tumors.”

Surely prayers for Scott Baio’s wife Renee will continue, and while they are aimed at her, will no doubt provide strength and comfort to him as well.