Pamela Anderson Reveals Doctors Gave Her 10 Years to Live Before Hepatitis C Cure

Doctors once told Pamela Anderson she might have only 10 years to live after her hepatitis C diagnosis. While accepting amfAR’s Award of Courage in Venice, Anderson opened up about the fear that haunted her: that her young sons might grow up without her. She spent her savings on treatment and continued carrying the stigma of hepatitis C, even after announcing in 2015 that she had been cured. More than two decades after that devastating prognosis, Anderson says she no longer sees herself as a victim, but as a victor. Her journey from fear to recovery continues to inspire fans and shine a light on the importance of hepatitis C awareness.