Revealing her breast cancer diagnosis in early December 2023, Nicole Eggert, famous for her roles in TV shows like “Who’s The Boss?” and “Charles in Charge,” along with her stint in Baywatch, disclosed that she has been battling stage 2 cribriform carcinoma breast cancer.
The 51-year-old actress opened up about her cancer journey in an interview with People, sharing the challenges she has faced since her diagnosis.
During the interview, Nicole Eggert shared that her cancer journey has been challenging, and she relies on inspirational quotes to find strength. The actress discovered a painful lump on her left breast during a self-examination.
Currently, she is contemplating whether to undergo treatment before or after the surgery to remove the lump. Nicole is now awaiting her oncologist to schedule the appropriate treatment plan for her.
Nicole Eggert revealed to People that confirming her self-diagnosis took a considerable amount of time due to difficulties in securing an appointment.
She mentioned that “everything was booked,” leading her to wait until the end of November 2023 to get her diagnosis officially confirmed.
Nicole discusses struggles as a single mother battling breast cancer.
As a single mother of two, Nicole Eggert has faced challenges in organizing her treatment logistics, according to the report. Expressing her concerns, she shared with the publication that her greatest fear is the possibility of her daily responsibilities coming to a “screeching halt” when she is unwell or in the hospital.
Nicole conveyed her anxieties, stating, “At night when I lay down, I panic because I’m like, well, who’s going to cover all the bills?”
In the midst of her health challenges, a friend of Nicole Eggert has initiated a campaign to gather funds for her treatment and medical expenses.
The Baywatch star has also conveyed her intention to establish a non-profit organization to support other single parents facing similar situations, emphasizing the struggles they endure without the support of family or anyone else to lean on.