Not All Glitz and Glamor: The Inspiring Stories of Stars Powering Through Their Medical Conditions
Gabrielle Union – Adenomyosis
Actress Gabrielle Union felt frustrated and was at a loss for years because of misdiagnosis. Finally, doctors were able to find out that she was suffering from adenomyosis, which had caused her miscarriages. To help her deal with the condition, she had been seeing a therapist.
After trying to conceive through IVF for years, Union decided to resort to surrogacy. She welcomed her daughter Kaavia in 2018. The mother-and-daughter duo and Dwyane Wade were spotted attending the 2022 “Cheaper By The Dozen” premiere, and the girls wore matching attire on the red carpet.
Michael J. Fox – Parkinson’s Disease
“Back to the Future” and “Family Ties” are just some of the most notable works of actor Michael J. Fox. While he started his career as a child star, he had to hang his boots early because of Parkinson’s disease; opening up about this battle in 1998 and inspiring others who go through the same ordeal.
Since leaving Hollywood, Fox has dedicated his time and resources to finding ways to combat the condition, launching his namesake foundation. He also has a refreshing take on the situation, referring to himself as “Mr. Optimist” in a 2021 interview.
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