​​Toni Braxton Reveals She ‘Was Told to Hide’ Lupus: ‘I Felt Like a Hypochondriac’

Toni Braxton on the SHE MD podcast. Photo: SHE MD PODCAST/YOUTUBE Toni Braxton, the renowned singer behind hits like “Un-Break My Heart”, has not only captured hearts with her music but also inspired many with her courageous battle against lupus. In 2008, Braxton was diagnosed with lupus, an autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, and organs. In a recent appearance on the SHE MD podcast, Braxton revealed a startling truth about her struggle with lupus – she was advised by her management team to keep her diagnosis a secret. “I was told to hide that I had lupus. Like, ’Don’t tell anyone,’ ” the singer shares.  Her management team instructed her to hide the fact that she had lupus, fearing that disclosing her condition would scare people away and make it difficult for her to get insured. Braxton’s revelation sheds light on the challenges faced by celebrities dealing with chronic illnesses and the pressure to maintain a flawless public image. “People get scared around sick celebrities. Nobody gets insured, and I couldn’t get insured,” Braxton adds. RELATED: Toni Braxton Undergoes Surgery: “My Main Coronary Artery Was 80% Blocked” Rheumatologist Dr. Daniel Jeffrey...