Usually, behind the bright and perfect appearances of stars on screen, there are great struggles, health challenges, and real-life issues. The following celebrities chose to openly discuss their illnesses instead of hiding them — contributing to normalizing the discussion of mental and physical health for millions of people.
Selena Gomez: A strong woman behind illnesses
Selena Gomez was diagnosed with lupus in 2015 and underwent a kidney transplant in 2017. In 2020, she revealed that she was also struggling with mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety. Due to her health, she gained weight, which led to criticism on the internet. However, Selena is working to support youth mental health through the “Rare Impact Fund” foundation.
Gigi Hadid: The struggle behind external beauty
Famous model Gigi Hadid announced in 2016 that she has Hashimoto's disease. She faced criticism for changes in her appearance due to metabolic and energy system changes. However, Gigi stood up against all criticism and openly explained her health condition.
Bella Hadid: A 100-day battle against Lyme disease
Gigi's sister Bella Hadid has been suffering from Lyme disease since 2012. A dental surgery in 2023 exacerbated her condition. Bella plans to return to modeling in 2024 after a treatment process that lasted over 100 days. “I have become stronger because of these trials,” she says.
Kim Kardashian: Living openly with psoriasis
Famous model and businesswoman Kim Kardashian has been suffering from psoriasis and later psoriatic arthritis since 2011. She has shared her condition on reality shows and social media, detailing how she navigates various health challenges.
Bruce Willis: Living with dementia
In 2022, actor Bruce Willis was diagnosed with aphasia, and in 2023, he was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). He has retired from acting and is living with the support of his family. Despite the worsening issues with his speech and memory, Bruce appeared in public in 2025 to express gratitude to his rescuers.
Openness is a sign of strength
These stars not only chose to stop hiding their struggles but also demonstrated that openly discussing health is a sign of humanity, strength, and mental maturity.
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