Christina Applegate's Heartwarming Emmys Speech and Her Courageous Battle with MS
By Avi Farah
Published January 16, 2024
One of the first presenters at the 75th Emmy Awards, Christina Applegate, received a heartwarming standing ovation from the audience. As the crowd cheered, Applegate, who has multiple sclerosis and walked onto the stage with a cane, responded with a touch of humor, saying, “Thank you so much. Oh my god, you’re totally shaming me with disability by standing up. It’s fine. Body not by Ozempic. Okay, let’s go!” Despite her gentle mocking, the audience continued to clap. Applegate, teary-eyed, then added another joking admonition: “We don’t have to applaud every time I do something.”
A Welcome Sight: Applegate's Heart and Humor
Applegate's heart and humor were a welcome sight during the event. Since being diagnosed with MS in 2021, right as she was filming the third and final season of the Netflix series Dead to Me, she has largely stayed out of the public eye. At the Emmys, her presence came as a surprise to many. Applegate acknowledged the physical and emotional realities of an autoimmune disorder, offering a rare glimpse into the struggles faced by individuals in the entertainment industry.
Applegate's Battle with MS
Even before her Emmys appearance, Applegate has been candid about the toll that MS has taken on her body, mental health, and her ability to perform. Her diagnosis is not her first public health battle, as she also survived breast cancer in 2008. Reflecting on her experiences, she expressed regret over not giving herself more time to recover after surgeries. Applegate's courage in sharing her journey serves as an inspiration, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals in the industry.
Challenges in the Entertainment Industry
The entertainment industry can often seem to require actors, particularly women, to deny the basic truths of getting older. Applegate's appearance at the Emmys highlighted the sacrifices made along the way in her five-decade career in television. Her willingness to address these sacrifices resonated with many, drawing attention to the pressures faced by performers in the industry.
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