Olivia Munn Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Popular actress Olivia Munn shared on social media that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year. In an emotional post, Munn disclosed that she has undergone four surgeries in the past 10 months, including a double mastectomy.
Munn, 43, expressed her hope that by opening up about her experience, she can provide comfort, inspiration, and support to others facing similar challenges. She shared photos of herself in a hospital bed and with her medical team.
Despite the difficult journey, Munn mentioned that she has only cried twice and has dedicated herself to learning about cancer, treatment, and hormones throughout this process.
The actress revealed that her cancer was detected thanks to a risk assessment conducted by her doctor, as it wouldn't have been found during her routine mammogram. Munn emphasized the importance of proactive healthcare and credited her doctor for saving her life.
We wish Olivia Munn strength and a speedy recovery as she continues her battle against breast cancer.
The assessment resulted in her doctor sending her to get "an MRI, which led to an ultrasound, which then led to a biopsy," she explained. The biopsy showed that she had what she described as "an aggressive, fast moving cancer" in both of her breasts. The double mastectomy was 30 days later.
"I went from feeling completely fine one day, to waking up in a hospital bed after a 10-hour surgery the next," Munn said. "I'm lucky. We caught it with enough time that I had options."
Munn was seen on the red carpet at the Oscars on Sunday with her partner John Mulaney. Their son Malcolm was born in late 2021.
"I've tended to let people see me when I have energy, when I can get dressed and get out of the house, when I can take my baby boy to the park," Munn said. "I've kept the diagnosis and the worry and the recovery and the pain medicine and the paper gowns private. I needed to catch my breath and get through some of the hardest parts before sharing."
Munn thanked Mulaney for his support during her treatment.
"For being there before I went into each surgery and being there when I woke up, always placing framed photos of our little boy Malcolm so it would be the first thing I saw when I opened my eyes," she said.
Mulaney commented on Munn's post with a supportive message and a heart emoji.
"Your fight to be here for us is truly inspiring. Malc and I cherish you," he expressed.
Katie Couric, the former anchor of "CBS Evening News" who received a breast cancer diagnosis in 2022, also shared her support.
"Sending you love and appreciation for opening up about this. And a big virtual hug," Couric conveyed.
Additional information about the diagnosis of Munn's cancer has been included in this story.
