Miranda Hart credits Selena Gomez for inspiring vulnerability and openness about Lyme disease

Comedian and actress Miranda Hart revealed how Selena Gomez inspired her to open up about her own health struggles with Lyme disease. During a heartfelt appearance in The Graham Norton ShowHart credited Gomez’s bravery in sharing her battle with lupus and mental health challenges with giving her “courage to be vulnerable.”

Hart explained how to watch Gomez’s documentary, My mind and meencouraged her to reveal her diagnosis through her memories, I wasn’t completely honest with you. Hart, 51, was diagnosed with Lyme disease during the pandemic, an isolating experience she now wants to share publicly to help others.

“I got my diagnosis during the pandemic and it was a very lonely time,” Hart said. “I decided I didn’t want to be alone anymore, so I said this little prayer with about one percent hope, but I met someone and got married in July.” THE Spy star recently celebrated her wedding after a difficult health journey.

Selena Gomez has been open about her struggles with lupus and mental health, detailing her challenges with bipolar disorder and psychosis in her documentary. Gomez has been candid about how her health battles have led to suicidal thoughts, and her openness has inspired others, including Hart, to speak out about their experiences.

By sharing their stories, Hart and Gomez aim to break the stigma surrounding chronic illness and mental health, providing support and inspiration to others going through similar journeys.