Selena Gomez
Singer and actress Selena Gomez disclosed that she received a kidney transplant in 2017 due to complications from lupus. Her donor was friend Francia Raisa. Gomez has spoken publicly about her recovery and ongoing health management.
Neil Simon
Playwright Neil Simon underwent dialysis in the 1980s after being diagnosed with kidney failure. He continued writing while managing his condition and later received a kidney transplant. Simon died in 2018 from complications related to pneumonia.
Other Public Figures
Several other celebrities have shared kidney disease diagnoses, including athletes and entertainers who have undergone dialysis or transplants. Conditions such as chronic kidney disease and polycystic kidney disease can affect anyone, regardless of fame. Public awareness often increases after high-profile cases.
For more information on kidney disease causes and treatment, visit the National Kidney Foundation at https://www.kidney.org.
