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Comedian and actress Amy Schumer during an interview with host Jimmy Fallon, Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
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Amy Schumer shares health updates to raise awareness and redirect rude commenters.
Schumer took to social media after appearing on Tuesday’s “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon” and Wednesday’s “Good Morning America” to talk about Season 2 of Hulu’s hit “Life & Beth.” Some people commented above that her appearance had changed.
“Thank you so much for all your opinions on my face! For almost 20 years, I, like all women, have enjoyed feedback and reflection on my appearance. And that’s right, now… is more swollen than normal,” she wrote in an Instagram post. “There are medical and hormonal issues going on in my world right now, but I’m okay.”
The World Health Organization added that she is dealing with endometriosis, a painful condition that occurs when tissue similar to the endometrium grows outside the uterus.
Schumer continued her post by writing: But I wanted to take this opportunity to advocate for self-love and embracing the skin you’re in. ”
“Like any woman or human being, there are days when I feel confident and very energetic, and there are days when I want to put a bag over my head. But I feel strong and beautiful and… “I’m so proud of this TV show that I created, wrote, starred in, and directed,” Schumer concluded her post. “Maybe we can focus on that a little bit.”
“Life & Beth” Season 2 is currently streaming.
