On "Good Morning America" this morning Christina Applegate announced that she had double mastectomy as part of her treatment for breast cancer.Applegate, star of ABC's "Samantha Who?," was interviewed by "Good Morning America" co-host Robin Roberts, herself a recent survivor of breast cancer. In the interview, Applegate confirmed that the procedure was performed three weeks ago shortly after her breast cancer diagnosis was confirmed.
Calling the decision "tough," Applegate said she wanted to live life without going through the grueling treatment processes her mother endured for over 2 years. Applegate plans on going through reconstructive breast surgery over the coming months - she went so far to say that she'd have the "perkiest" breasts at 90.
It was an INCREDIBLY moving piece to watch - I was at home and I could not do anything but watch in stunned silence.
I am awed by her courage and candor. It is unthinkable that an actress who is so well known for being a sex symbol would choose life over vanity and have her breasts removed.
Most actresses would have just gotten the C cups AND THEN told the world while they were hawking a book about their expediences (not that there is anything wrong with that). I can only applaud Ms. Applegate's brave decision and hope it provides help and support for all the women living with breast cancer.
Who knew the actress who played dumb Kelly Bundy on "Married with Children" would grow up to be so kick ass?
SIMPLY AMAZING!!
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