Christina Applegate’s friends and former co-stars have been reaching out to the beloved actress amid her battle with multiple sclerosis, which resulted in a recent hospitalization.
The Daily Mail reports that among those who have reached out to her are her ‘Anchorman’ costar Will Ferrell, as well as her “Dead To Me” costar Linda Cardellini. Jean Smart, who played Applegate’s mother in the 2007 sitcom “Samantha Who?” has also shown support as well as Ed O’Neill and Katey Sagal, who played her parents on “Married… With Children.”
“They don’t think this is it for her, she’s not dying right now. But they wanted to make sure that nothing was left unsaid,” a source close to the actress told the outlet. “They told each other that they love each other.”
Ed O’Neill And Christina Applegate Are ‘Very Close’ Following ‘Married With Children’
In the report from The Daily Mail, a source told the outlet that O’Neill’s message to the actress “held a significant meaning” due to their close relationship.
“I don’t want to say that Ed is a father figure to her, but they have kept in touch since their ‘Married with Children’ days and they are very, very close,” an insider close to O’Neill said. “They always have been. They text, they see each other, they call on the phone.”
“He heard the news that she was hospitalized and he immediately texted her and asked if he could help, told her he loved her, that he was here for her in any way that she needs,” the source added. “He is anguished. Just so worried about her, he loves her very much. Obviously, it’s not like she’s on her deathbed,I don’t think, but she’s not doing well and anything can happen.”
The source further explained that O’Neill “hates to see her suffering,” as “he’s family to her.”
Christina Applegate Shared Emotional Statement Following News of Her Hospitalization
Following the news of her hospitalization, Applegate took to Instagram, sharing an honest and emotional update while also thanking everyone for their support.
“Thank you for the outpouring of love and well wishes,” she wrote. “Health issues are a constant for me, but I’m a strong chick, and I’m getting stronger and better every day. I’m taking a moment to focus on my health, but I’ll be back with more to say soon enough.”
Over 4,000 comments were left on the post, including many from celebrities, all of which showed support for the actress.
“Christina, just in case today’s mail got lost: We the public would like to formally submit that we adore you, support you, and RIDE AT DAWN FOR YOU ALWAYS. ❤️,” actor and singer Cheyenne Jackson commented.
“Rest!❤️,” Jennie Garth posted.
“❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️,” Olivia Munn wrote.
“♥️♥️♥️,” Jessica Capshaw said.
“Can’t think of anyone the collective culture roots for more than you. ❤️💪,” actor Greg Rikaart stated.
“Roomie i’ve been spending days trying to find you! I didn’t know which hospital you were in, but I love you so much forever and ever… you are a strong chick, always have been!! I learned from the best! Check your DM♥️,” The Pussycat Dolls founder Robin Antin shared.
