She’s an icon of Hollywood, but there’s a deeply personal story behind Sharon Stone that many may not know. The legendary actress once faced a life-changing moment when she suffered a stroke—and now, she’s using her voice to advocate for women’s brain health. Let’s dive into her journey and the impact it’s had on her life and career.
From Screen Star to Advocate: Sharon Stone’s Journey After a Stroke
At 61, Sharon Stone isn’t just a household name in Hollywood; she’s now a passionate advocate for brain-aging diseases that disproportionately affect women. In a candid conversation with Variety at an event she hosted to raise awareness for the Women’s Brain Health Initiative in West Hollywood on July 17, Sharon opened up about her personal battle with a massive stroke and a nine-day brain bleed. “This is why I do it: My mother had a stroke. My grandmother had a stroke. And then, I had a massive stroke—followed by a nine-day brain bleed,” she shared, her voice filled with conviction and purpose.
Returning to Hollywood: A Bumpy Road
As Sharon Stone makes her way back into the limelight after some time away, she revealed that her return to Hollywood hasn’t been as smooth as she’d hoped. “From other women in my own business to the female judge who handled my custody case, I don’t think anyone truly understands how dangerous a stroke is for women and what it takes to recover. It took me about seven years to fully recover,” she explained, her words resonating with a mix of frustration and resilience. Sharon’s journey back wasn’t just about regaining her physical health; it was about rebuilding her life and career from the ground up.
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“Trying to keep custody of my son while just functioning was a massive challenge. I was so grateful to Bernard Arnault, the LVMH head and now one of the richest men in the world, who gave me a lifeline by offering me a Dior contract,” Sharon recalled, her voice filled with gratitude. “But I had to remortgage my house. I lost everything I had. My place in the business? Gone. I was once the hottest movie star, you know? It was like Princess Diana and I were the most famous people—and then she passed, and I had a stroke. We were both forgotten.”
Sharon’s Advice: Listen to Your Body
Thankfully, Sharon is not only alive but thriving, and she has some crucial advice for everyone. “If you have a really bad headache, you need to go to the hospital immediately,” she emphasized. “I didn’t get to the hospital until day three or four of my stroke. Most people don’t survive that long. I had a 1% chance of living by the time I underwent surgery—and doctors wouldn’t know for a month if I would make it.” Sharon added that she was unaware of how close to death she truly was. “No one told me—I read it in a magazine.”
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This isn’t the first time Sharon has spoken candidly about her experience. “I had to relearn everything, absolutely everything. My whole life was wiped out,” she told CBS News in 2018, her words a testament to the resilience and strength it took to rebuild her life.
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Looking Forward
We’re thrilled to hear that Sharon Stone is healthy and back in action. Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of prioritizing health and understanding the risks associated with strokes, especially for women. We can’t wait to see what she brings to the screen next!
