Christina Applegate, 54, Reportedly Hospitalized
Christina Applegate has reportedly been hospitalized in Los Angeles.
According to reports from TMZ, the 54-year-old was admitted in late March, though details surrounding her hospitalization remain unclear. It's also unknown whether the stay is directly connected to her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, which she first revealed in 2021.
While her team has not confirmed specifics, a representative noted to the outlet that Applegate has "a long history of complicated medical conditions that she has been refreshingly open about, as evidenced in her memoir and on her podcast."
That openness has been especially evident in recent weeks. The Dead to Me star released her memoir, You With the Sad Eyes, where she shared a candid look at her daily life with MS. "When I wake up, I often can't get my arm to move far enough to grab the cup of water by my bed or my phone from its charger," she wrote.
Applegate has also been frank about the emotional weight that comes with the diagnosis. In a recent podcast appearance on NPR's Wild Card With Rachel Martin , she admitted she thinks about death "every day ‘cause it's looming," explaining that "it looms for all of us."
"For people who have a disease like this, you never know, you know?" she added, revealing she has already made arrangements for her future, including purchasing burial plots.
Despite the challenges, Applegate has continued to stay active professionally. Her memoir has been well received, even earning praise from former co-star Chevy Chase, who called her incredibly talented.
At this time, reps for Applegate have not responded to Parade's request for comment
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This story was originally published April 16, 2026 at 10:08 PM.