Pamela Anderson says hepatitis C treatment cost her life savings
PennLive • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Pamela Anderson revealed she was diagnosed with hepatitis C in the late 1990s, a time when the disease was considered a death sentence, with doctors giving her about 10 years to live.
- She contracted hepatitis C allegedly from sharing a tattoo needle with her then-husband, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee, who denied having the disease; Anderson publicly disclosed her diagnosis in 2002.
- After undergoing costly treatment not covered by insurance, Anderson was declared free of hepatitis C in 2015, though the experience left her with feelings of shame and guilt.
- At the amfAR Gala in Venice, Anderson spoke candidly about overcoming her diagnosis and personal struggles, emphasizing her strength and resilience, and was honored with the Award of Courage.
- Known for her role in “Baywatch,” Anderson continues to use her platform to raise awareness for important causes and has experienced a career resurgence with recent film roles.
