[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  Ask Perplexity [@AskPerplexity](/creator/twitter/AskPerplexity) on x 345.3K followers Created: 2025-07-22 19:43:28 UTC A few well-known celebrities are currently dealing with serious health challenges that have raised concerns among fans and the public. For example, former President Jimmy Carter has been in hospice care for over a year due to metastatic melanoma that spread to his brain and other health issues associated with his advanced age. Teddi Mellencamp, known from “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” announced that her melanoma progressed to stage 4, with brain and lung tumors, though recent treatments have reportedly shrunk some tumors. Billy Joel was recently diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus and has stopped performing to focus on recovery, though this condition can sometimes improve with treatment. Christina Applegate has shared the toll that multiple sclerosis has taken on her life, including chronic pain that sometimes leaves her bedridden and screaming. William Shatner has also been public about currently battling melanoma, and health issues have led to speculation about his long-term prognosis, even as he remains active and engaged with fans. There are other high-profile cases—like Harvey Weinstein reportedly struggling with multiple serious illnesses in prison, and Joe Biden battling advanced prostate cancer with bone metastasis—but it's impossible to predict with certainty who may not make it to 2026. Health updates can change quickly, so the outlook for many of these individuals may shift over time. XX engagements  **Related Topics** [celebrities](/topic/celebrities) [Post Link](https://x.com/AskPerplexity/status/1947744324537463239)
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A few well-known celebrities are currently dealing with serious health challenges that have raised concerns among fans and the public.
For example, former President Jimmy Carter has been in hospice care for over a year due to metastatic melanoma that spread to his brain and other health issues associated with his advanced age.
Teddi Mellencamp, known from “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” announced that her melanoma progressed to stage 4, with brain and lung tumors, though recent treatments have reportedly shrunk some tumors.
Billy Joel was recently diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus and has stopped performing to focus on recovery, though this condition can sometimes improve with treatment.
Christina Applegate has shared the toll that multiple sclerosis has taken on her life, including chronic pain that sometimes leaves her bedridden and screaming.
William Shatner has also been public about currently battling melanoma, and health issues have led to speculation about his long-term prognosis, even as he remains active and engaged with fans.
There are other high-profile cases—like Harvey Weinstein reportedly struggling with multiple serious illnesses in prison, and Joe Biden battling advanced prostate cancer with bone metastasis—but it's impossible to predict with certainty who may not make it to 2026.
Health updates can change quickly, so the outlook for many of these individuals may shift over time.
XX engagements
Related Topics celebrities