In the wonderful world of Hollywood, where fame and fortune are often synonymous with success, a secret epidemic silently threatens some of showbiz’s biggest stars. Behind the glamorous façade lies a heartbreaking reality as chronic illnesses grip the lives of 20 precious celebrities. Despite their sensational careers, these A-listers find themselves living with illness, shedding light on the hidden struggles they suffer behind the curtain.
Christina Applegate
Applegate was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2021, which causes the immune system to attack itself and destroy fibers in the spinal cord.
It’s not known what causes the disease, and as of yet, there’s no cure.
Selma Blair
Another star recently diagnosed with MS is the Cruel Intentions actress Selma Blair.
Blair regularly documents her life with the autoimmune disease on her Instagram and relies on a cane to walk.
Halle Berry
When Halle Berry found out she had Type 1 diabetes at 19, she knew it meant some serious lifestyle changes.
She became “much healthier” and managed the disease through her diet.
Missy Elliott
The rapper suffers from a condition called Grave’s disease, which is an autoimmune disease that attacks the thyroid.
The condition can cause hyperthyroidism, resulting in dramatic weight loss, hair loss, and dietary issues.
Sia
While singer Sia is notorious for her private life, it is known that the Chandelier songstress suffers from Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
EDS is fairly rare, affecting roughly one in five thousand, and generally causes chronic pain and hypermobile joints.
Nick Cannon
When Nick Cannon was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease, Lupus, he refused to let it dictate his life.
In 2022, Cannon marked the ten-year anniversary of his diagnosis and is actively involved in the Lupus Foundation of America.
Avril Lavigne
The singer famously revealed that she was “bed-ridden” for two years owing to Lyme disease.
The pop-punk sensation was diagnosed with the disease in 2014 and described the experience as the “worst time of my life.”
Toni Braxton
Braxton was diagnosed with Lupus back in 2010 after a series of health scares.
She has stated that the fluey symptoms regularly leave her feeling exhausted.
Seal
The singer has a rare form of Lupus, known as Discoid Lupus Erythematosus, which only affects the skin on the face and scalp.
The disease can cause scarring, as well as hair loss. Sufferers are advised to keep out of the sun.
Charlie Sheen
Troubled actor Charlie Sheen was diagnosed with HIV in 2015 after a series of symptoms that led him to believe he had a brain tumor.
While HIV can be fatal, Sheen manages the disease with medication and openly discusses the illness.
Bella Hadid
The Hadids were raised on a ranch, which meant Bella and her brother Anwar were bitten by ticks, transmitting Lyme disease.
The illness can last for years, often leaving the sufferer with severe flu-like symptoms.
Gigi Hadid
Hadid was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Disease at the age of 17, which is a thyroid illness that can cause water retention and inflammation.
Although Hashimoto’s disease is manageable with medication and dietary amendments, it can be harmful if left untreated.
Selena Gomez
In 2015, Gomez was diagnosed with Lupus, which causes the immune system to attack its tissue and often leaves the sufferer with regular flu-like symptoms.
The disease also attacked the star’s kidneys, forcing her to have a kidney transplant in 2017.
Kim Kardashian
While it may not be outwardly noticeable, Kim Kardashian is a sufferer of the skin condition, Psoriasis.
The reality star uses light therapy to tackle the disease, eradicating up to 60%.
Lady Gaga
Gaga suffers from an autoimmune disease called Fibromyalgia, which causes muscle pain, fatigue, insomnia, and brain fog.
The Joanne singer has helped raise awareness for the disease, which currently has no cure.
Halsey
Singer Halsey opened up on social media about her endometriosis diagnosis and described it as “bittersweet” and meant she “wasn’t crazy.”
Endometriosis is a common disease that causes scar tissue within the uterus and can cause severe pain and menstrual issues.
Bruce Willis
Willis stunned the world when he announced his retirement from acting in 2021 following an Aphasia diagnosis.
The neurological disease can impact the brain’s ability to process speech, memory, and other cognitive abilities.
Michael J. Fox
Michael J. Fox is perhaps best known for his role in the Back to the Future trilogy. Since then, the actor’s career has dwindled owing to his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis.
Fox was diagnosed with the disease in 1998, which affects muscles and speech due to nerve impact on the brain.
Nick Jonas
Nick Jonas was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 13 and has stated he was concerned it would affect his career.
Type 1 Diabetes occurs when too much sugar is in the blood, and the insulin hormone in the body cannot regulate it.
Lil Wayne
A series of terrifying seizures led to the rapper being diagnosed with Epilepsy back in 2013.
The seizures are caused by bursts of electrical activity within the brain, which causes it to shut down temporarily.
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