Christina Applegate Seen Smoking Amid Health Struggles

Breast cancer survivor Christina Applegate has been spotted smoking a cigarette while navigating her ongoing health struggles with multiple sclerosis (MS). Exclusive photos obtained by DailyMail.com show the 52-year-old Emmy winner, who previously overcame breast cancer, now grappling with the effects of MS, a condition she announced she was diagnosed with in 2021. Applegate has expressed doubts about returning to acting, citing the severity of her health issues. The cause of MS remains uncertain, with suggestions of a genetic link, though it is not directly hereditary. Applegate shared insights into her life at home, revealing that she often stays indoors, relying on her Hollywood Hills residence for comfort. "Anyone who knows me well knows that it's on 24/7 in my room because I don't leave my room very often," she stated, adding that reality TV, particularly Bravo, provides a form of entertainment that she enjoys despite its sometimes unsettling nature. In a recent podcast appearance, Applegate recounted the emotional moment she received her MS diagnosis during a Zoom call with her doctor while on the set of Netflix's "Dead to Me." The news was delivered with a heavy heart, leaving her in shock. To raise awareness and share experiences, Applegate has partnered with fellow MS patient Jamie-Lynn Sigler to co-produce and co-host a podcast titled "MeSsy," which launched in March. Additionally, Applegate has opened up about her daughter Sadie's struggles to cope with her mother's illness, highlighting the emotional toll it has taken on their family. The actress poignantly noted that her daughter has witnessed a significant change in her mother's role as a parent.