Sharon Stone has demonstrated unwavering loyalty to her longtime friend Eric Dane, supporting him on his journey through amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) while continuing their collaboration on the hit HBO series Euphoria. Years before Eric’s ALS diagnosis, the Total Recall actress played a pivotal role in helping him secure the role of Cal Jacobs, the father of Jacob Elordi’s character Nate Jacobs. Their enduring friendship and shared history add depth to their upcoming professional reunion in season three of the show.
Speaking on Entertainment Tonight on August 11, Stone reflected on their close relationship and her early support.
“Eric and I have been friends for a long time,”
she noted.
“I actually was his support staff when he was trying to get the job on Euphoria. So he would come over to my house and bring me gluten-free cookies, and we’d sit and discuss it because he really wanted that job.”
This emotional backstory sets the stage for season three, which marks Eric Dane’s return to the series despite the challenges posed by his ALS diagnosis. Sharon emphasized the importance of Eric landing the role before his condition became public, saying through tears,
“it means the world to me that he got that job in time.”
Sharon Stone’s New Role on Euphoria Deepens Their Artistic Collaboration
Beyond supporting Eric Dane, Sharon Stone herself will appear in the upcoming season of Euphoria. She confirmed joining the cast earlier this year but remained tight-lipped about the details of her character or her connections to existing roles.
“We’re not having any discussions about what’s happening on that set,”
she teased, adding,
“except to say that I couldn’t be more delighted to be a part of it.”
This marks a significant artistic reunion for the two actors, who will bring both personal and professional depth to the storyline as the show explores complex family and social dynamics.
Eric Dane’s Determination to Continue Working Despite ALS Diagnosis
Eric Dane has been open about his resilience and determination to sustain his acting career while managing ALS. As one of the few public figures living with the neurodegenerative disease, he has chosen not to let it halt his professional ambitions.
In an interview with E! News in June, Eric stated with resolute spirit,
“I’m going to ride this till the wheels fall off. I feel great when I’m at work. Of course, there have been some sort of setbacks, but I feel pretty good. My spirit is always pretty buoyant, so at the end of the day, that’s all that matters.”
Alongside Euphoria, Eric is venturing into new projects like Amazon Prime Video’s Countdown, underscoring his dedication to remain active in the industry despite his health challenges.
Other Public Figures Speaking Out on Their Health Struggles
Wrestling Star Nikki Garcia’s Breast Implant Injury
Nikki Garcia, known for her role in Total Bellas, revealed a wrestling injury resulting from an elbow strike by fellow WWE competitor Piper Niven during a July 2025 match. The incident caused one of her breast implants to shift.
Addressing the injury with determination, Garcia told her sister Bella,
“We’re going to get it fixed one day. I told the doctor, I go, ‘Newly divorced, so the minute the boots are hung up, I’m going to come back to you and we’re going to make these girls look real good, because these girls are going to get some action in the future and that can’t look like that.’”
Lupita Nyong’o’s Long-Secret Uterine Fibroids Diagnosis
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o disclosed in 2025 that she had been silently coping with uterine fibroids—benign growths near her uterus—since 2014, the year she received her Oscar for 12 Years a Slave. She emphasized that her decision to reveal her condition aimed to raise awareness.
She expressed the widespread normalization of women’s pain regarding menstruation, saying,
“When we reach puberty, we’re taught periods mean pain, and that pain is simply part of being a woman. We’re struggling alone with something that affects us most.”
Model and Actress Suki Waterhouse’s Hernia Caused by Tight Clothing
In July 2025, Suki Waterhouse shared that she suffered a hernia from wearing excessively tight pants. The hernia, a tear in muscular tissue often found in the abdomen or groin, required hospitalization.
She humorously addressed her absence from social media, writing on X, formerly Twitter,
“Have you ever considered I wore pants so tight 6 months ago it caused a hernia & I’ve been too scared to tell you?”
Brian Austin Green’s Recovery from a Near-Perforated Appendix
The Beverly Hills, 90210 star Brian Austin Green disclosed in April 2025 that he underwent surgery to treat an appendix that was close to bursting. He described the painful experience on Instagram, stating,
“Last week, I started feeling some pain in my stomach. I ended up going to the emergency room, and I had a perforated appendix. Not quite burst, but just before.”
Reflecting on the recovery, he added,
“I’m on the road to recovery. It’s not an easy process. This is my first major surgery.”
Comedian Adam Devine’s Lingering Effects from Childhood Injury
Adam Devine opened up about lasting physical challenges stemming from a childhood accident involving a cement truck when he was 11 years old. On the In Depth With Graham Bensinger podcast, he described ongoing spasms and health scares.
He admitted,
“I have spasms all over. For a while, [the doctors] told me I was dying—literally, within this last year.”
Devine added,
“My body has all these things that are a little wonky and a little wrong with it,”
reflecting on the unpredictable nature of his condition.
Jason Tartick’s Severe Back Injury and Recovery Progress
Jason Tartick, known from Bachelor Nation, revealed he was hospitalized after developing intense back pain during an RV trip with a friend, which left him crawling on all fours.
He described his physical struggles on his Trading Secrets podcast, saying,
“Right now, knees to my toes, it’s, like, still tingly, which is crazy. And to put in perspective, I don’t know, man, like not to sound douchey, but like two, three weeks ago, maybe a month ago, I was squatting probably like 295 pounds. And right now, I can’t do a squat on my foot. I can’t do a one legged squat, I fall. It’s like I had a stroke or something.”
With specialized medical treatment and steroid therapy in place, he remains optimistic, stating, “We’re on the mend.”
Matt Kirschenheiter’s Heart Attack and Survival
Gina Kirschenheiter from Real Housewives of Orange County shared news of her ex-husband Matt Kirschenheiter’s heart attack in March 2025. Fortunately, Matt has survived the event, highlighting the importance of swift medical intervention in heart emergencies.
Tracy Morgan’s Health Scare at NBA Game
Comedian Tracy Morgan experienced a medical emergency while attending a New York Knicks basketball game in March 2025, which required him to be wheeled out of Madison Square Garden.
The following day, Morgan updated fans on social media, clarifying that the incident was due to food poisoning and confirming he was recovering well.
Christy Carlson Romano’s Dangerous Eye Injury from Clay Pigeon Shooting
Actress Christy Carlson Romano suffered a severe injury in February 2025 during a recreational clay pigeon shooting event for her husband Brendan Rooney’s birthday. She was shot in the face by an errant bullet from another party attending the celebration.
She described the frightening moment on Instagram:
“There was another party with us and they unsafely fired in the wrong direction and shot me in the face. @thebrendanrooney immediately sprung into action, assessed me, and rushed me to the hospital. I was hit in 5 places, one was less than an inch from hitting me directly in my right eye.”
Romano revealed that a fragment remains lodged behind her eye as surgical removal was deemed too risky. She reassured followers, saying,
“Doctors will continue to monitor me (I can see normally at the moment).”
Grateful to be alive, she urged,
“I love my daughters, husband, family, and friends so much. I saw my life flash before my eyes and I’m telling you, hug the people around you every chance you can. Life can change in an instant.”
Amy Schumer’s Unexpected Diagnosis of Cushing Syndrome
Amy Schumer revealed how negative internet comments led to a crucial medical diagnosis of Cushing syndrome, a condition caused by excessive cortisol often related to steroid use. After noticing a puffier face during press appearances, she was initially criticized online, until doctors began commenting with concerns.
Recalling the experience on Call Her Daddy, Amy said,
“The internet really came for me after doing a bunch of press, and I was like, ‘OK everybody, relax.’ But then doctors were chiming in in the comments and they were like, ‘No no, we think something’s really up. Your face looks so crazy that we think something’s up. And I’m like, ‘Wait, I’m getting trolled by doctors?’”
She connected the diagnosis to her history of receiving steroid injections for scars from surgeries, saying,
“I had a breast reduction, a C-section, whatever, and so I was getting these steroid injections, so it gave me this thing called Cushing syndrome, which I wouldn’t have known if the internet hadn’t come for me so hard.”
Amy expressed relief about her health, sharing,
“Finding out I have the kind of Cushing that will just work itself out and I’m healthy was the greatest news imaginable.”
Casey Fitzgerald’s Serious Neck Injury from Hockey Incident
Casey Fitzgerald, a professional hockey player in the AHL, suffered a dangerous neck cut during a game in December 2024 after another player’s skate blade caused the injury. He required 25 stitches to close the wound.
Tom Fitzgerald, his father and general manager of the New Jersey Devils, expressed gratitude, telling ESPN after Casey’s recovery,
“We’re very lucky. I don’t wish that on any parent.”
Hailey Bieber’s Stroke-Like Symptoms and Heart Condition Discovery
Supermodel and skincare entrepreneur Hailey Bieber described a frightening moment in March 2022 when she experienced stroke-like symptoms while having breakfast with husband Justin Bieber. She recounted,
“Justin was like, ‘Are you OK?’ and I just didn’t respond because I wasn’t sure. And then he asked me again and when I went to respond, I couldn’t speak. The right side of my face started drooping. I couldn’t get a sentence out.”
After medical imaging, Hailey was diagnosed with a transient ischemic attack (TIA) caused by a small blood clot traveling to her brain. Further tests at UCLA revealed a patent foramen ovale (PFO), a hole in her heart. She explained that the clot passed through the PFO, leading to the brain event. Hailey underwent a successful PFO closure procedure and now reports feeling well.
Justin Bieber’s Struggle with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
In June 2022, Justin Bieber disclosed his diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a viral infection causing temporary facial paralysis. Explaining on Instagram, he said,
“It is from this virus that attacks the nerve in my ear and my facial nerves and has caused my face to have paralysis. As you can see, this eye is not blinking. I can’t smile on this side of my face. This nostril will not move. So, there’s full paralysis on this side of my face.”
The condition severely affected his ability to eat and forced the cancellation of tour dates. However, recovery progressed well, and Hailey Bieber reassured fans on Good Morning America,
“He’s feeling a lot better. Obviously, it was just a very scary and random situation to happen, but he’s going to be totally OK and I’m just grateful that he’s fine.”
Jamie Foxx’s Brain Bleed and Stroke Recovery
Jamie Foxx opened up about a life-threatening health episode in April 2023 during which he suffered a brain bleed leading to a stroke. Initially misdiagnosed after complaining of a severe headache in Atlanta, Foxx was later hospitalized following his sister’s intervention.
In his 2024 Netflix special What Had Happened Was…, he recalled,
“I was having such a bad headache, so I asked my boy, I said, ‘Listen, I need an aspirin,’ Before I could get the Aspirin, I went out. I don’t remember 20 days.”
After surgery, Foxx faced a long recovery involving physical therapy and mobility challenges.
“All I can tell you is that I appreciate every prayer, because I needed every prayer,”
he said candidly.
Emilia Clarke’s Fateful Brain Aneurysm and Remarkable Recovery
Emilia Clarke, renowned for her role in Game of Thrones, survived two life-threatening brain aneurysms. In a 2019 essay titled A Battle for My Life, she described an intense headache and vomiting episode during a gym visit, leading to a hospital diagnosis of a subarachnoid hemorrhage, a form of stroke.
She wrote,
“The diagnosis was quick and ominous: a subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), a life-threatening type of stroke, caused by bleeding into the space surrounding the brain. I’d had an aneurysm, an arterial rupture.”
After initial surgery, Clarke endured aphasia and struggled with communication, but gradually recovered. A second surgery was required to address a growing aneurysm, which was more invasive and painful. Despite these severe challenges, she ultimately reached full recovery, describing herself as “at a hundred per cent.”
Cori Broadus’s Stroke and Ongoing Healing Journey
Cori Broadus, daughter of rapper Snoop Dogg, survived a serious stroke in January 2024. She expressed gratitude for her family’s support during her recovery, telling E! News correspondent Will Marfuggi,
“I texted them that I just had a stroke and sent them a picture. Everybody just came to my rescue.”
Due to complications from lupus and kidney issues, Cori remained hospitalized longer than expected but has since made significant progress.
“I just had a little bit of motor skills that I had to work back on. But other than that, I was fine,”
she shared.
Shailene Woodley Reflects on a Decade-Long Health Battle
Shailene Woodley disclosed a difficult ten-year journey through complex health issues beginning in her early twenties. She experienced symptoms including hearing loss, extreme fatigue, and digestive pain that impacted her quality of life.
During a September 2024 podcast appearance, Woodley recounted,
“It got to the point where I was losing my hearing. I couldn’t walk for longer than five minutes at a time without having to lay down for hours, and hours and sleep. Everything I ate hurt my stomach. It was this conflation of issues and diagnoses and different doctors telling me different things.”
Drawing on her holistic background and desire for comprehensive healing, she combined traditional medical treatment with natural remedies, saying,
“I’m going to work with real MDs, [and] I’m also going to work with independent kind of healers. Just trying to search for some sense of comfort in my own skin.”
Shailene described how the physical pain influenced her mental state, leading to anxiety about food and body image struggles. Ultimately, she reached a healthier state, summing up,
“It was a journey that ultimately physically resolved itself, and I am very healthy. I’m so happy to be able to say that.”
