Costar news: Christina Applegate diagnosed with breast cancer

Entertainment Tonight broke the news late last night that Christina Applegate, who played Rachel’s sister Amy on Friends, has been diagnosed with breast cancer. The 36-year-old actress, who got her start on Married With Children, has been a television favorite since her teens, and has also appeared in films including The Sweetest Thing and the upcoming The Rocker; she currently stars on the ABC series Samantha Who?. Her rep said in a statement to ET that Christina’s cancer was caught in an early stage, thanks to an MRI ordered by her doctor, and she is currently undergoing her doctor’s recommended course of treatment. As previously mentioned, Christina is set to appear alongside Jen and other celebs on September 5th for the Stand Up To Cancer telethon. Best wishes to Christina for a speedy and full recovery.


August 4th, 2008 at 12:37 pm
Sorry to hear this; however I know she will get through this ok !! and will keep her on my prayers
August 7th, 2008 at 12:48 pm
I’m really saddened by this news. Christina was great as Amy and I wish her a speedy recovery.
August 7th, 2008 at 8:24 pm
May she have a speedy recovery.She is in my thoughts and prayers!!!
August 20th, 2008 at 8:33 am
[...] previously reported, actress Christina Applegate, who played Rachel’s sister Amy on Friends, has been diagnosed [...]