Christina Applegate Reflects on Early Signs of MS While Filming 'Dead to Me'

The actor recalls first symptoms of multiple sclerosis during the Netflix show's pilot, years before her official diagnosis in 2021.

Christina Applegate experienced her first symptoms of multiple sclerosis, including a fall, while filming the pilot episode of 'Dead to Me' in 2019.
The show's creator, Liz Feldman, initially attributed Applegate's balance issues to fatigue from long work hours during production.
Applegate was officially diagnosed with MS in 2021 while filming the third and final season of the Netflix series.
Production adjustments were made during the final season to accommodate Applegate's declining mobility, including changes to scene setups and filming schedules.
Applegate has expressed gratitude for the support and empathy shown by the 'Dead to Me' cast and crew during her health challenges.