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Christina Applegate, 52, Says She ‘Doesn’t Look In Mirrors’ as She Battles Body Dysmorphia and Long-Time Self Esteem Issues While Living With MS
Actress Christina Applegate, who has been battling multiple sclerosis (MS), an incurable disease, for years, has admitted she "doesn't look in mirrors" when she's at home as she's long coped with body insecurity, something she recalls starting when she was a child.
38 Years After ‘Top Gun,’ Actor and Cancer Survivor Val Kilmer is Thriving — Will There Be Another Sequel?
Actors Val Kilmer and Tom Cruise mark 38 years since the release of their 1986 iconic film "Top Gun." Kilmer played rivals with Cruise, portraying Lieutenant Tom "Iceman" Kazansky.
Why Housewives Star Tamra Judge, 56, Removed Her Implants After Breast Cancer Scare
“Real Housewives of Orange County” star Tamra Judge, 56, was diagnosed with cervical cancer and battled multiple bouts with skin cancer, including melanoma. She says after discovering a lump in her breast, she chose to remove her implants to “take control of her health” following her breast cancer scare.
Breast Cancer Survivor, 32, Proposed to Partner on Leap Day After the Immense Care He Showed Her During Treatment: ‘He Stayed By My Side Every Step of the Way’
Laura Ayers' world came 'to a complete standstill' following her 2015 breast cancer diagnosis — and after seeing how her partner Jordan cared for her during treatment, Laura decided to take a leap of faith in 2020 and propose to him on Leap Day.
Blockbuster Drug Keeps Working For Four Years– For Elon Musk & Millions The Incredible New Wegovy Follow Up Study
A new analysis has revealed that Novo Nordisk's semaglutide, the highly popular new drug known under the brand names Wegovy, Ozempic, and Rybelsu, offers long-term weight loss effects for patients taking the widely-used injection, which celebrities like Elon Musk, Oprah Winfrey, and Sharon Osbourne have taken.
Singer Celine Dion, 56, Moved to Tears at Rolling Stones Show Amid Her Own Desires To Perform On-Stage Again Despite Living With Stiff Person Syndrome
Singer Celine Dion, 56, was brought to tears during an emotional performance by the Rolling Stones in Las Vegas recently. She recently revealed she hopes to perform onstage again, to the delight of many longtime fans.
The Youngest American to Orbit Earth and First Pediatric Cancer Survivor in Space, Hayley Arceneaux, Now 32, Helped Raise $250 Million for St. Jude — The Hospital That Saved Her Life
In 2021, bone cancer survivor Hayley Arceneaux was chosen among a handful of people be launched into space from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center in the first-ever all-civilian space flight. Now, at 32, the inspirational physician assistant remains grateful for all that she's been through and hopes to inspire other patients at St. Jude that anything is possible.
Madonna’s Childhood Trauma: She Had ‘No Explanation’ At Age 5 When Her Mom Passed From Breast Cancer
Iconic singer-songwriter Madonna, known for her songs like "Material Girl" and "Borderline," lost her 30-year-old mother to breast cancer in December 1963 when she was just 5 years old. In honor of Mother's Day this past weekend, the mom of six is looking back on the confusion and sadness she experienced when she learned her mom had gone to "sleep."
Country Singer Shania Twain, 58, Looks At Her ‘Naked’ Body In Mirror To Maintain Confidence Amid Aging and Her Third Vegas Residency
Country singer and '90s icon Shania Twain has embarked on her third Vegas residency with a positive body image, a healthy mindset, and a workout/diet regime that works perfectly for her. The 58-year-old "Queen of Country Pop," who previously admitted that menopause has taught her to get over her insecurities— is continuing to exude confidence and inspire her fans to be comfortable in your own skin.
My Hair Is Growing Like “A Duck” Says ‘Today Show’ Host Jill Martin, 47, As She Moves Past Chemo For Breast Cancer
‘Today Show’ host Jill Martin is experiencing hair regrowth after a grueling breast cancer treatment. She describes her hair as “growing up” as it fills in. She says cold-capping (cryotherapy) helped preserve some of her hair during treatment.
The King Has Lost His Sense of Taste– Charles, 75, Reveals Cancer Treatment Side Effect
King Charles III, 75, who is undergoing treatment for cancer after doctors found it it while treating his enlarged prostate, has revealed he experienced a loss of his sense of taste amid treatment last year.
Miraculously- President Jimmy Carter, 99, Still ‘Hanging in There’ More Than a Year Into Hospice Care and Having Cast His Vote in Statewide Election
Former President Jimmy Carter, 99, thrives 15 months after entering hospice care. He recently voted in an election and credited his longevity to his faith.
Actress Olivia Munn’s Fertility Back-Up Plan: 5 Surgeries Into Breast Cancer Treatment, She’s Freezing Her Eggs
Actress Olvia Munn, 43, was diagnosed with breast cancer despite receiving a ‘normal’ mammogram and testing negative for the BRCA gene mutation, which increases your cancer risk. Amid treatment, which included a double mastectomy (removal of both breasts) and breast reconstruction, she also underwent a full or total hysterectomy.
Reuniting With Poker Player Ex-Husband, Shannen Doherty Reminisces on Their Hasty ‘Vegas Wedding’
More than a decade before 53-year-old actress Shannen Doherty was diagnosed with breast cancer, the "Beverly Hills, 90210" alum was briefly married to American poker player Rick Salomon from 2002 until 2003. Although their marriage was ultimately annulled one year later, the former couple has remained friends and offered each other support throughout life's hurdles.
Actor Jeff Bridges, 74, Lands New Top Role in ‘Beowulf’ Inspired Film as He Remains Active in Hollywood After Beating Cancer
Actor Jeff Bridges, 74, lands another starring role in the upcoming film Grendel, which tells the story of the Old English poem Beowulf. This is the second feature film Bridges will star in in recent memory, and he will also reprise his role in the “Tron” franchise.
A Good Pal To Millions, Broadcaster Chris Berman, 69, Lost His Wife In a Tragic Car Accident & Supported His Daughter Through Tongue Cancer– Their New Mission
American sportscaster Chris Berman, known for his nickname "Boomer," truly understands what it's like to live through tragedy and overcome adversity as he lost his wife Katherine in a tragic car accident back in May 2017 and later supported his daughter Meredith amid her tongue cancer battle.
35-Year-Old Pregnant Woman’s Extreme Back Pain Turned Out To Be Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer: ‘You Have To Advocate For Yourself In These Situations. You Just Have To’
Jacklyn Lin was seven months pregnant with her second daughter when she noticed extreme back pain, fevers, and chills, along with feeling her baby kicking more than usual—all which her doctors dismissed as normal pregnancy symptoms. However, what she was experiencing was ultimately due to a mass on her pancreas and lesions on her liver, as she was battling stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Overcoming Trauma, Bravo ‘Summer House’ Star Jesse Solomon, 28, Says Confronting His Cancer Diagnosis Has Helped
"Summer House" star Jesse Solomon, 28, mustered the courage to watch himself back on the premiere of the episode where he learns he had testicular cancer. Although he feared watching the episode would trigger his post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), he says watching back the emotional moment was not as bad as he thought.
Outdoor Athlete Alert: Pro Tennis Great Andy Roddick, 41, Has Skin Cancer Removed From Lip- Reminder For Weekend Warriors To Wear Sunscreen
Former tennis professional Andy Roddick, 41, who has two children with his wife, model 37-year-old Brooklyn Decker, is urging his fans to be proactive when it comes to skin health and wearing sunscreen to prevent cancer. Roddick, who has 32 career titles in his beloved sport and announced his retirement back in 2012, certainly has spent a lot of time in the sun as his sport requires him to be outside most of the time—and we're delighted he's decided to speak out about his brush with squamous cell carcinoma to raise skin cancer awareness,
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