Olivia Munn praised for showing off mastectomy scar after surviving breast cancer
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Olivia Moon has received widespread praise after proudly displaying her mastectomy scar in a campaign for Kim Kardashian's Skims brand.
In March, the actor shared on Instagram that she was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2023 and underwent a double mastectomy. “I was diagnosed with breast cancer,” she captioned her post. “I hope that by sharing this it will help others find comfort, inspiration and support on their own journeys.”
Moon, who recently welcomed her second child with John Mulaney, has now fronted Skims latest bra campaign in association with breast cancer charity Susan G Koeman.
In the photos Kardashian shared on Instagram, Moon's nipples are clearly visible in at least two images.
In her own post about the campaign, Moon detailed why she chose to share her scar and what it meant to her to raise awareness about breast cancer.
The 44-year-old wrote: “In the middle of this latest @SKIMS campaign shoot, I decided I was insecure about my mastectomy scar. Every trace of life left on my body is a testament to how hard I fought. I hope other women who are self-conscious about their scars see these photos and feel all the love I'm sending.”
She added: “It's really meaningful to be part of an initiative that supports research and helps countless people affected by breast cancer.”
The photos received millions of likes on Instagram, with Moon inundated with praise for bearing her scars. Actor and comedian Jashia Santiago wrote: “It's okay to see a woman with scars like me…. Thank you.”
WWE Hall of Famer Stacey Kibler added: “Wonderful Olivia.”
One fan said: “I love that she wears her scar loud and proud. Love the transparency. Here's to it. Thank you.”
Another noted: “Proud of her bravery to show her scars in public. What an incredible woman.”
“You guys had breast cancer, and personally I think it's beautiful to show the scars because they represent her story and her bravery,” said a third fan.
After Shannen Doherty's death in July, Moon shared how she bonded with Doherty. fascinated A sweet tribute to the actors for their experiences with breast cancer.
“I am absolutely heartbroken by the passing of Shannen Doherty,” she wrote in a tribute to the star, which included a photo of the late actor from the '90s.
“When I was first diagnosed with breast cancer I remembered how she bravely set out on her journey to the world and reached out to her. We became instant friends – which I honestly don't understand sometimes because of watching him 90210 At 10 I had everything.
After admitting that their friendship has grown stronger over time, Gateway The star shared the meaningful message Doherty sent her earlier.
“We bonded through a shared battle and a desire to help other women,” Moon continued. “Looking back at the last text he sent me a few months ago, he asked me how I was and if there was anything he could do for me… True to form, Shannon supported him even though he was in the final stages of fighting this horrible disease.”
He then revealed that “cancer is really scary” before praising him. 90210 star for facing the disease with “such dignity, strength and grace.” He ended his message by praising an important person in Doherty's life, his mother, Rosa Elizabeth Doherty.
“I send all my love to his mom who was his best friend, hero and champion every step of the way,” Moon wrote.
“Fly so high, my friend.”
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