Julia Louis-Dreyfus has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
“1 in 8 women get breast cancer. Today, I’m the one,” the “Veep” star posted on Twitter Thursday.
“The good news is that I have the most glorious group of supportive and caring family and friends, and fantastic insurance through my union,” the 56-year-old actress continued. “The bad news is that not all women are so lucky, so let’s fight all cancers and make universal health care a reality.”
Following the reveal, Louis-Dreyfus received an outpouring of support from her peers, including breast cancer survivors Rita Wilson and Christina Applegate.
“Thoughts and prayers are with you, Julia. God bless you. Stay strong,” Wilson tweeted.
“Mama, find me. Let’s talk if you want,” Applegate wrote.
Fellow “Veep” star Tony Hale also shared, “We love this woman.”
HBO released a statement Thursday, sending well wishes to Louis-Dreyfus.
“Your undaunted spirit has always been an inspiration to your family at HBO. Sending our love and support,” the network posted on Twitter.
Louis-Dreyfus, who won her record-breaking sixth Emmy for her role as Selina Meyer on the award-winning series, has been married to husband Brad Hall for 20 years. They share two sons, Charlie and Henry.