Celebrity Mom Breast Cancer Survivors

“Sex and the City” co-star (and mother of three) Cynthia Nixon was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006. She talked about her battle with the disease on “Good Morning America” a few weeks before the first "Sex and the City" movie was released in 2008, saying she didn't want to talk about it earlier because of the stigma of the disease. She is now an ambassador for Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Actress, playwright, poet and civil rights activist Ruby Dee was diagnosed with malignant breast cancer in 1970 and has passed the 40-year-survivor mark. She also has three children with her husband, the late actor, director and activist Ossie Davis; one is blues musician Guy Davis.

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“Up All Night” and “Married … With Children” star Christina Applegate underwent treatment for breast cancer in 2008 and had a double mastectomy (her mother, Nancy Priddy, is also a breast cancer survivor). But all turned out OK, and the actress gave birth to daughter Sadie Grace in January 2011.

Every day really is a winding road for Sheryl Crow. The singer underwent “minimally invasive” surgery for breast cancer shortly after breaking up with fiance Lance Armstrong in 2006. The following year, she adopted a son, Wyatt and, in 2010, she adopted her second son, Levi.

Singer-songwriter and activist Melissa Etheridge has spoken publicly about her 2004 breast cancer and subsequent chemotherapy. Etheridge has two children with former partner Julie Cypher. In 2006, she and then-partner Tammy Lynn Michaels welcomed twins.

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“Sopranos” and “Nurse Jackie” hard mama Edie Falco survived a breast cancer diagnosis in 2003 and — after going into remission — welcomed a son in 2005 and daughter in 2008, both through adoption.

In 2011, E! News and “Fashion Police's” Giuliana Rancic underwent a double mastectomy a few months after disclosing her breast cancer diagnosis on television. The following year, she and husband Bill welcomed a son via gestational carrier.

Ann Jillian, star of the 1980s sitcom “It's a Living,” is also known for her vocal, honest approach to her 1985 breast cancer diagnosis and subsequent double mastectomy. Seven years after her battle with the disease, she welcomed her son, Andrew.

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Actres, singer, songwriter and producer Rita Wilson is also known for her famous husband Tom Hanks. She announced that she had breast cancer in April 2015. She underwent a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery and was back on Broadway after one month. She's known for her philanthropic work donating to the Moffitt Cancer Center and Evelyn Lauder's Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Kate Jackson, star of "Charlie's Angels” and “Scarecrow and Mrs. King,” is a two-time breast cancer survivor and known for speaking out on breast cancer and health awareness. She first battled breast cancer in 1987 and then residual cancer in 1989. She adopted a son, Charles Taylor, in 1995.

Ann Romney, wife of Mitt Romney, 2012 Republican candidate for president, has spoken openly about her battles with multiple sclerosis and breast cancer. The mother of five sons underwent a lumpectomy in 2008 after being diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ, a non-invasive type of breast cancer.

“Grease!” star and “Physical” singer Olivia Netwon-John, who has a daughter with ex-husband Matt Lattanzi, caught her breast cancer during a self-exam in 1992. She is now an advocate for breast cancer research and is the spokesperson for the Liv Breast Self-Examination Kit.

Television host Samantha Harris was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 40 in March 2014. In October of that year, she announced that she was cancer-free. The mom of two underwent a mastectomy. She created a website with her husband, Gotta Make Lemonade to inspire others facing challenges.

News journalist veteran Hoda Kotb is known for her composure and warm personality. In March 2007, she underwent a mastectomy and reconstructive surgery for breast cancer. The mother of two is now breast cancer free but continues to be an advocate for breast cancer awareness.

Dame Maggie Smith is no stranger to the spotlight. The famous English actress was made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II in 1990 for her acting accolades. In 2007, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. In 2009, it was reported that she made a full recovery.

In 2017, right after receiving her sixth Emmy for her show Veep, Julia Louis-Dreyfus announced on Twitter that she had breast cancer. In 2018, she announced on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that she was fully recovered. Since then, she's been an outspoken breast cancer advocate, especially regarding universal healthcare and affording medical treatment.

In 2019, Kristen Dahlgren, an NBC News correspondent and mother of one, shared that she had Stage 2 breast cancer. Just three years ago, she reported a story about lesser-known signs of breast cancer, like redness. She had no idea it would inform her own future. In October 2020, she said she was in remission and would be undergoing reconstruction,

The California-born Hamilton star and mother of one was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 40. She says she was fortunate that they caught it so early and uses that to spread awareness to other Latina women.

In 2000, the actress, author, singer and businesswoman announced that she had Stage 2 breast cancer. She had a lumpectomy to remove the cancer. She's now 75 years old and thriving.

In 1999, fashion mogul Betsey Johnson noticed her left breast implant was deflating and when they went to remove it, they noticed a lump about the size of a pea. The mother of one kept her breast cancer journey hidden up until recently. She helps spread awareness by being a partner with the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Celebrity chef and mom Sandra Lee shared that she was diagnosed with early breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. Called DCIS, this is the most common pre-malignant breast lesion. Unfortunately, she had to hurry to the hospital with a mastectomy-related infection.