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Celebrities battling Sjogren’s Syndrome will shock you
Stars you never knew had Sjogren’s Syndrome
Sjogren's Syndrome may not be a widely recognised condition, but it's more common than you think and Hollywood’s famous celebrities are even battling it every day.
Behind the glamour and spotlight, these famous faces are battling and living with Sjogren's Syndrome.
It is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects millions worldwide, causing debilitating symptoms like dry eyes, joint pain, and fatigue.
From singers to actors, let’s have a look at these famous faces who are battling Sjogren's Syndrome:
Halsey
Known for their evocative music, the Is There Somewhere hitmaker revealed that they have Sjogren’s syndrome, along with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), MCAS, and POTS.
Diagnosed after years of unexplained symptoms and misdiagnoses, the singer, whose real name is Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, has been open about their health battles and has contributed significantly to public awareness of these often-misunderstood conditions.
Solange Knowles
The American singer-songwriter and actress disclosed her Sjogren’s syndrome diagnosis in 2018.
The Bring It On: All or Nothing actress’ journey with these interconnected conditions highlights the complexity of autoimmune and dysautonomia disorders.
Apart from that, she struggles with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).
Her public disclosure has been particularly impactful in creating visibility for Black women with chronic illnesses, showcasing her strength and advocacy within the chronic illness community.
Carrie Ann Inaba
The American TV personality has openly discussed her experience with Sjogren’s syndrome.
The Dancing with the Stars judge was diagnosed after years of symptoms and multiple misdiagnoses.
Carrie Ann Inaba has since become an Awareness Ambassador for the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation.
Moreover, the The Talk star uses her platform to encourage others to adopt self-care practices such as meditation and yoga, which help her manage symptoms.
Nina Rawls
Last but not least, Nina Rawls! She is the widow of legendary R&B singer Lou Rawls.
She has been living with Sjogren's Syndrome and has spoken about the impact it has had on her life and her daily life.
