8 Hollywood Stars Who Suffer from Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a debilitating back condition that affects nearly 2% of the population. Some of your favorite Hollywood stars who suffer from scoliosis share their scoliosis stories and describe how they were able to manage living with the disease. Read their inspiring words below.

1. Sarah Michelle Gellar

The former Buffy the Vampire Slayer actress attributes her scoliosis to being a slave to fashion. Gellar says, “I grew up with, and I still have, major scoliosis. Growing up in Manhattan, you had your schoolbag, but we were so trend-conscious, nobody wanted to put a backpack on both shoulders, so almost all the girls I grew up with have it to some degree, because we all were so lopsided. So Pilates not only is a great exercise, but does relieve a lot of discomfort.”