Behind the glitz and glamour, even the biggest stars face battles that the spotlight doesn’t always catch. From chronic illnesses and mental health struggles to life-altering diagnoses, many celebrities have openly shared their health journeys, shining a light on resilience, self-care, and the importance of awareness. Their stories remind us that fame doesn’t make anyone immune to life’s challenges. On World Health Day, we take a moment to spotlight some well-known personalities who’ve faced health issues and turned their struggles into strength. Every year, World Health Day is celebrated on April 7th.
Actors who have health with health issues
- Samantha Ruth Prabhu has been open about dealing with the autoimmune disease Myositis.
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Deepika Padukone openly shared her battle with depression. She also launched a foundation to support others facing the same struggle.
- Sushmita Sen revealed in 2023 that she had suffered a heart attack and underwent angioplasty to treat a 95% blockage in one of her arteries.
- Salman Khan revealed he had Trigeminal Neuralgia, a rare nerve disorder that causes intense facial pain. He’s spoken about living with it and working through the pain.
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Hina Khan revealed her breast cancer diagnosis and has been actively documenting her journey.
