30+ Celebrities with Chronic Illnesses: Hidden Struggles

Published on 09/11/2024
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Isabella Strahan - Brain Tumor

Isabella Strahan, Michael Strahan's daughter, is now having therapy after being diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a common malignant tumor that originates in the cerebellum, located at the base of the skull. In a program shown on Good Morning America, the college student and her father openly discussed her health experience. Isabella discovered her problem in late October and underwent emergency surgery at Cedars-Sinai on October 27, 2023, just one day before turning 19. Isabella is Michael Strahan's fourth child. With his first wife Wanda Hutchins, the former NFL great has two older children, Tanita (32) and Michael Jr. (29). He later welcomed Isabella and her twin sister Sophia, together with his second wife, Jean Muggli.
Isabella Strahan Brain Tumor

Isabella Strahan Brain Tumor

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Frank Caprio - Pancreatic Cancer

The beloved judge revealed in an emotional Instagram video that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. "Please pray for me," he said. Caprio, who is 87 years old, is hopeful and grateful for the help he is receiving. He praised the "wonderful team of doctors" who cared for him during his treatment in Rhode Island and at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, which is linked with Massachusetts General Hospital. Pancreatic cancer symptoms, including severe back pain, lack of appetite, sadness, exhaustion, new-onset diabetes, and jaundice, typically appear after the illness has progressed.
Frank Caprio Pancreatic Cancer

Frank Caprio Pancreatic Cancer

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