Erin Moriarty, known for her role as Annie January/Starlight in the hit series ‘The Boys,’ has revealed she’s been diagnosed with Graves’ disease. She took to Instagram to share her diagnosis and subsequent journey, offering insights and encouragement to her followers. “Within 24 hours of beginning treatment, I felt the light coming back on.
It’s been increasing in strength ever since,” the actress wrote on Instagram. “If yours is dimming, even slightly, go get checked.”
Moriarty explained that she was diagnosed with Graves’ disease a month ago and emphasized the importance of early detection. “A month ago, I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease.
Within 24 hours of beginning treatment, I felt the light coming back on. It’s been increasing in strength ever since,” she shared. “If yours is dimming, even slightly, go get checked.
Don’t ‘suck it up’ and transcend suffering; you deserve to be comfy. Shit’s hard enough as is.”
In a series of photos accompanying her post, Moriarty included a screenshot of a conversation with her mother, where she expressed her struggle before the diagnosis.
Erin Moriarty’s Graves’ disease diagnosis
“I’m serious; I really need relief. I feel nauseated tonight. I feel so shit and removed from who I am, I can’t live like this forever,” she wrote.
Reflecting on her experience, Moriarty noted that she initially attributed her symptoms to stress and fatigue. “One thing I can say: if I hadn’t chalked it all up to stress and fatigue, I would’ve caught this sooner.”
Graves’ disease is described as an immune system disorder that affects the thyroid gland, causing the body to produce too much thyroid hormone. The condition is more commonly found in women and individuals over 30.
The actress emphasized that autoimmune diseases manifest differently in everyone, acknowledging that her experience might be vastly different from others. Erin Moriarty has been a staple on ‘The Boys’ since its first season, captivating audiences with her portrayal of the superhero Starlight. The series, led by creator Eric Kripke, has garnered a dedicated fanbase.
Although the latest season concluded almost a year ago, there has been no official word on when season five will arrive. Moriarty’s openness about her health struggles adds another layer of relatability to the actress, who continues to inspire and connect with her fans both on and off-screen.
