Did You Know These Celebrities Had Deadly Diseases?

#1 Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2011. But it was later that he told reporters that he has been treated for his Basal Cell Carcinoma on his nose in 2013. The movie superstar of such films as Wolverine and The X-Men, says he will probably be treated every 3-5 months for his cancers.

#2 Yuvraj Singh

Yuvraj has been diagnosed with a cancerous tumor to his left lung.

#3 Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez faced some complications in December 2013 because of lupus-related health problems, a disease she has struggled with for many years. In October 2015, Selena revealed that she went through chemotherapy to treat her lupus.

#4 Rob Ford

Not a celebrity per se, Rob Ford was a longtime Toronto mayor who made headlines for his recent cocaine and alcohol addictions. In September 2014 he was diagnosed with a rare form of abdominal cancer.

#5 Elisabeth Hasselbeck

One time VIEW cohost, and now FOX anchor, Elisabeth Hasselbeck has Celiac Disease. In 2002, after five years of suffering, Hasselbeck was diagnosed with celiac disease, an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye and barley.

#6 Lil Wayne

Not a well known fact outside his circle, Lil Wayne has Epilepsy and suffers from at least 3 seizures every day.

#7 Amitabh Bachchan

You may not know his name, but Amitabh Bachchan is the timeless superstar of the Indian film industry. He suffers from a disease called Myasthenia Gravis.

#8 Sharon Stone

Well known for her breakout role in Basic Instinct, Sharon Stone is an actress, former fashion model and film producer. In 2001 she suffered a massive brain aneurysm and spent two years leaning to walk and talk normally. She continues therapy and is on her way to directing again.

#9 Michael J. Fox

Back To The Future star Michael J. Fox, the Canadian born actor, was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 1991. He continues to work and even had a new TV series, The Michael J Fox Show, in the 2013-14 season.

#10 Magic Johnson

13 season Laker's Superstar basketball player, Magic Johnson is an NBA legend. This legend has been living with HIV since 1991. He became the "FACE" for those living with AIDS and HIV in the 1980's and 90's when he admitted his illness publicly.

#11 Montel Williams

Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1999. Mostly known for The Montel Williams Show, which ran for 17 seasons and earned its host an Emmy. He continues to work as a TV spokesperson, radio host, and political correspondent. His Twitter posts are followed by millions.

#12 Nick Cannon

Former hubby to Mariah Carey, and host of the popular America's Got Talent, Nick was affected with a form of lupus that affects the kidney. He doesn't let that slow him down, as his dating scene is often the talk of the gossip magazines. His AGT show and Wild & Out are still keeping him active.

#13 Toni Braxton

Super vocalist Toni Braxton is inflicted with pericarditis, an inflammation of tissue around the heart, microvascular angina, a.k.a. small vessel disease, and Lupus. Yet, she still tours and continues to entertain.

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