Although she made her debut on screen when she was still a child, she gained international popularity and adoration of fans only at the age of 16. All thanks to the now cult sitcom, in which she played the role of crazy Kelly for a decade from 1987. In the following years, her filmography expanded to include further excellent titles such as “Mars Attacks”, “Bad Moms”, “Wonderland” and “You’re Dead Already”. It was during the production of the last mentioned production that she learned about the disease that completely changed her life.
What does Applegate suffer from? The actress is struggling with an incurable disease
The actress’s world turned upside down for the first time in August 2008, when doctors discovered that she had breasts. After detailed tests, it turned out that the cancer was in an early stage and quickly implemented treatment helped her recover. However, she was not able to enjoy this for too long, because shortly afterwards a disturbing situation occurred on the set of “You’re Dead”, after which she consulted specialists again. – I couldn’t walk, I needed a wheelchair to get around – on “Good Morning America”. Then she learned that she also suffered from multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that attacks the central nervous system.
She spoke publicly about her condition for the first time only in 2021, when, due to increasingly severe symptoms, she began to have problems moving and gained significant weight. The situation even forced her to use a cane to walk, which is why she finally decided to suspend her career and then withdrew from show business for good. – It’s hell. I don’t go out very often, so it’s hard for me, she lamented in the same conversation, adding that only the support she receives from fans and loved ones keeps her spirits up.
Christina Applegate talks directly about depression. This is the current health situation of the star of “The World According to the Bundys”
Now it turns out that the health situation is more serious than anyone could have expected. In the latest episode of the “MeSsy” podcast, she revealed that multiple sclerosis is not the only thing she struggles with on a daily basis. The actress also suffers from depression. “I’m now trapped in this darkness that I haven’t felt in probably twenty-something years,” she said sadly, adding that life had completely lost its meaning for her. – I don’t enjoy life anymore. Nothing makes me happy – said the star.
She admitted that she was initially afraid to consult her situation with a therapist, as she had not yet worked through the issue of the disease that definitively ended her film and television career. However, she decided to fight for her mental health and is currently under the care of a specialist. At the same time, she emphasized that her only joy at the moment was her teenage daughter. This is what motivates her to get out of bed every day and fight adversities. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
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Source: Gazeta
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