List of people with lupus

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List of People with Lupus is a compilation of notable individuals who have been diagnosed with Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of the body. Lupus is known for its difficulty to diagnose and its complex effects, which can vary greatly from person to person. This list includes individuals from various fields such as entertainment, sports, and politics, who have either publicly disclosed their diagnosis or have been recognized posthumously for their battle with the disease.

Entertainment[edit | edit source]

Selena Gomez - An American singer, actress, and producer, Selena Gomez revealed in 2015 that she had been diagnosed with lupus. Her battle with the disease led her to undergo a kidney transplant in 2017.
Toni Braxton - The Grammy Award-winning singer was diagnosed with lupus in 2008. Braxton has been open about her struggles with the disease and its impact on her career and personal life.
Nick Cannon - An American comedian, rapper, and television host, Nick Cannon disclosed his lupus nephritis diagnosis in 2012. He has since been an advocate for lupus awareness and research.

Sports[edit | edit source]

Tim Raines - A former professional baseball player, Raines was diagnosed with lupus during his career. Despite the diagnosis, he continued to play and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2017.

Politics[edit | edit source]

Maurine Neuberger - An American politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Oregon, Neuberger was diagnosed with lupus. She was one of the first high-profile politicians to speak about her experience with the disease.

Literature[edit | edit source]

Flannery O'Connor - The celebrated American writer was diagnosed with lupus in the 1950s. The disease significantly impacted her life and work, leading to her early death at the age of 39.

Activism[edit | edit source]

Michael Wayne - Son of legendary actor John Wayne, Michael Wayne was diagnosed with lupus. He later became an advocate for lupus research and awareness before his death in 2003.