Drag Queen’s Life-Changing Health Crisis

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Jiggly Caliente’s loved ones are sharing a health update.

During the fourth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” the competitor known as Bianca Castro, in real life, underwent an amputation of her leg following a severe health complication, as her family revealed through their social media accounts.

On Instagram, April 24th, her family stated that due to a severe infection, she was admitted to the hospital and subsequently had to amputate most of her right leg. Her recuperation is expected to be lengthy.

It was mentioned that Jiggly, who joined as a permanent judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race Philippines in 2022, won’t be part of the next season. Additionally, there are no plans for her to participate in any public events for the time being.

Currently, we politely request seclusion for Bianca and her loved ones as they face a challenging path. This statement further expresses that Bianca’s family and their drag house appreciate the ongoing expressions of sympathy, courage, and prayers they have received.

Additionally, the message within the note suggested, “As Jiggly focuses on recovery, let’s encourage her by sharing messages of encouragement and affection on her social media platforms with her friends, followers, and supporters.

Previous contestants of “Drag Race” expressed heartfelt encouragement, and season eight victor, Bob the Drag Queen, penned, “My dear Jiggly, I adore you immensely. You consistently keep it genuine. A genuine diva. Take care and heal up, sister.

Meanwhile, Ginger Minj emphasized, “I love you more than words can say.”

You’re constantly in my thoughts,” the season seven runner-up expressed, “Sending you an abundance of positive vibes!

In 2012, Jiggly – who finished eighth on RuPaul’s Drag Race – was invited to judge the Filipino edition of the show following her appearance on the spin-off series All Stars in 2021, donning a captivating butterfly ensemble.

She expressed to Gay Times in 2022 that the experience turned out to be quite significant. She felt underrepresented as she wasn’t able to display much of her Filipino heritage during the season since she only appeared for two episodes. Consequently, when it came to promotional activities, she wanted to incorporate a touch of the Philippines by dressing in a way that reflected her roots more accurately.

She went on to say, “The stunning butterfly-sleeved dress really created a stir in the Philippines, and I received an overwhelming amount of enthusiasm from Filipino fans. It seems this was what sparked everything, and then I got a call saying, ‘Would you be interested?’ Of course! I was thrilled and replied, ‘Absolutely, sign me up! Why not?’ I couldn’t pass up the opportunity!” Then, it all became a reality.

For more celebrities who’ve opened up about health scares, keep reading…

In April 2025, the former cast member of “Beverly Hills, 90210” shared that he was on the mend following an operation due to a close call with an almost-burst appendix.

In a recent Instagram post, Brian mentioned that he experienced discomfort in his abdomen about a week ago. This led him to visit the hospital emergency room, where it was found that his appendix was on the verge of rupturing, though it hadn’t quite burst yet.

He added, “I’m on the road to recovery. It’s not an easy process. This is my first major surgery.”

Adam Devine revealed that the injuries he suffered at age 11, following an accident involving a cement truck, continue to impact his health up until now.

In an episode of the “In Depth With Graham Bensinger” podcast in 2025, Devine expressed that it had been an extremely difficult time for him. He explained that he has been experiencing spasms throughout his body and, at one point, was informed by doctors that his life might end within the last year.

He mentioned that pain appears intermittently, expressing, “There are quite a few quirks and imperfections in my body that don’t always function as they should.

Previously seen on Bachelor Nation, this individual disclosed that they had to visit the hospital, moving on hands and knees because of intense back pain, which worsened during a camping trip in an RV with a companion.

At this moment, from my knees to the tips of my toes, it’s unusually tingly, which is surprising,” he remarked in an episode of his Trading Secrets podcast on March 2025. “To clarify, let me say that I’m not trying to sound arrogant, but around two or three weeks ago, it might have even been a month ago, I was doing squats with about 295 pounds. Now, I can’t do a single squat on one leg. If I try, I’d topple over. It feels like I’ve had a stroke or something.

But with the help of a back specialist and some steroids, he added, “We’re on the mend.”

In a hockey game in December 2024, one player from the AHL had his skin sewn up with 25 stitches following an accident where another player’s skate sliced him. After he was completely healed, his father, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald, commented to ESPN, expressing gratitude and adding, “We were fortunate. I wouldn’t want that to happen to any parent.

In March 2025, Gina Kirschenheiter from ‘Real Housewives of Orange County’ revealed that her former spouse, Matt Kirschenheiter, had experienced a heart attack, but fortunately, he managed to pull through the harrowing incident.

In March 2025, I found myself in a challenging situation during a New York Knicks basketball match at Madison Square Garden, where I’m usually a dedicated fan. Unfortunately, I had an unexpected health issue that required immediate attention, resulting in me being carefully transported out of the arena.

On the next day, the comedian posted on social media, mentioning that it was food poisoning and he was recovering well.

In February 2025, the former star of Even Stevens, revealed that she had been accidentally shot in the face during a trip to shoot clay pigeons as a part of her husband Brendan Rooney‘s birthday celebration.

In a gathering we attended, someone else recklessly discharged a weapon erroneously, striking me on the face. Instantly, @thebrendanrooney intervened, evaluated my condition, and whisked me off to the hospital. I was wounded in five spots; one of them was barely missing my right eye.”

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The former star of Kim Possible explained, “Regrettably, a piece became stuck near my eye, and it’s not safe to extract it through surgery right now. My doctors will keep an eye on me instead (currently, I can see fine).

The actress expressed her heartfelt gratitude for simply being alive. She went on to express her profound love for her daughters, husband, family, and friends. Speaking of a near-death experience, she encouraged everyone to cherish the people close to them and seize any opportunity to embrace them tightly. For life, in an instant, can undergo dramatic changes.

Although the internet can sometimes be unkind, Amy Schumer is grateful that in this instance it provided her with valuable insights. In an episode of Call Her Daddy from January 2025, Amy reminisced about facing criticism following a series of interviews, saying, “Everybody, calm down,” but then she received comments from medical professionals suggesting that something might be amiss due to her unusual appearance. Amy humorously added, “I’m getting trolled by doctors?”

After these medical professionals suspected she had Cushing syndrome, possibly caused by elevated cortisol levels or steroid injections, Amy realized, “Wait a minute, I’ve been receiving steroid injections for my scars.”

Amy had undergone various procedures, such as breast reduction and C-section, and was receiving these steroid injections. As a result, she developed Cushing syndrome, a condition she might not have discovered if it weren’t for the internet’s relentless scrutiny. Now, Amy is simply relieved to know that she is healthy, as she announced in her February 2024 News Not Noise newsletter: “Discovering that I have a type of Cushing syndrome that will eventually resolve itself and that I am otherwise healthy was the best news I could have hoped for.

Hailey Bieber experienced a terrifying incident in March 2022 while having breakfast with husband Justin Bieber. She started exhibiting symptoms similar to a stroke, such as speech impairment and facial drooping. Sharing her experience on YouTube later, she recalled that she couldn’t respond or speak properly, and her right side of the face drooped.

Upon visiting the hospital, doctors discovered a small blood clot in Hailey’s brain, which they classified as a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Further examination at UCLA revealed that she had a heart condition called patent foramen ovale (PFO), through which a blood clot had traveled from her heart to her brain.

Hailey underwent a successful PFO closure procedure and reported feeling well since then.

2022 marked a challenging time for us both. In June, I, Justin Bieber, was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome – an unexpected health issue that temporarily affected my facial muscles, leading me to postpone the rest of my Justice World Tour. As you can see, one side of my face was paralyzed, making it difficult for me to smile or blink normally, and even affecting my ability to eat properly. However, with time, the condition improved.

Luckily, I’m on the mend now, as confirmed by my wife Hailey during her appearance on Good Morning America. She shared that I was feeling much better after this unexpected health scare, though she admitted it was indeed a scary and unpredictable situation. But I am grateful to say that I am doing well now, and I’m relieved to know that I will make a full recovery.

Initially, Jamie Foxx chose not to disclose the details of his hospitalization in April 2023. However, in his 2024 Netflix special titled “What Had Happened Was…”, he shared his harrowing experience. One day in Atlanta, he described experiencing a severe headache and asking for an aspirin, but before he could receive it, he fainted and lost consciousness for 20 days.

Initially treated by a doctor who administered a cortisone shot and sent him home, Foxx’s sister Deidra Dixon grew concerned and took him to a hospital where they discovered he had suffered a brain bleed that led to a stroke. After undergoing surgery on the 20th day, Foxx woke up on May 4 in a wheelchair and was unable to walk. He then traveled to Chicago for rehabilitation and therapy.

“I want to express my gratitude for every prayer,” he said, “because I truly needed each one of them.

Actress Emilia Clarke, known for her role in Game of Thrones, penned an essay titled “A Battle for My Life” in 2019. In the piece, she described a harrowing experience at the gym where she was suddenly struck with severe vomiting and escalating pain. “I realized my brain was damaged,” she wrote.

Rushed to the hospital for a scan, the diagnosis was grave: a subarachnoid hemorrhage, a potentially fatal type of stroke caused by bleeding in the space surrounding the brain. She had suffered an aneurysm, a ruptured artery. The pain from the surgery to seal the aneurysm was described as unbearable.

During her recovery, she experienced aphasia and found herself “uttering nonsense.” However, a week later, the aphasia passed, and she left the hospital after a month-long stay. In 2013, a growth detected during a scan had doubled in size, necessitating another surgery.

“When they woke me,” she wrote, “I was screaming in pain. The procedure had failed. I had a massive bleed and the doctors made it clear that my chances of surviving were precarious if they didn’t operate again. This time they needed to access my brain through my skull.”

Fortunately, Emilia is now reportedly “at a hundred percent” in her health.

Snoop Dogg’s daughter, Cori Broadus, expressed her gratitude towards her family due to their support during a severe stroke she experienced in January 2024. After informing them about the stroke via text and a picture, everyone rushed to her aid. Her prolonged hospital stay was necessary due to additional health issues related to lupus, which caused her kidneys to fail. However, Cori is now recovering well, with only minor motor skills needing rehabilitation. She stated that she is doing great overall.

During the challenging period of her twenties, Shailene Woodley faced numerous health issues. She experienced symptoms such as losing hearing, fatigue after short walks, and stomach pain from food. Her condition was complex, with various doctors offering different diagnoses.

To find solutions, she combined conventional medical treatment with alternative healing practices, drawing on her background in holistic studies and herbalism. This journey took a decade but also led to other struggles, like fear of food due to stomach discomfort, body image issues, confusion about identity, and feeling unsafe in her own body.

After addressing both physical and mental health concerns, Shailene is now healthier and happier. She shared that her condition eventually improved, leaving her in good health today.

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