
A chronic illness diagnosis comes with several challenges, including extensive treatment and stigmatization. According to the CDC, 6 in 10 American adults have at least one chronic condition and 4 in 10 adults have two or more. Hollywood isn't exempt from this statistic, as several celebrities have come forward to share their stories about living with a chronic illness like diabetes or multiple sclerosis. Read on to learn about their moments of despair, confidence, and everything in between.