Christina Applegate’s ‘toughest’ and powerful Emmys appearance applauded by her ex-husband

Christina Applegate‘s surprise appearance at the 2024 Emmys amid her battle with multiple sclerosis (MS) was met with applause from her ex-husband, Johnathon Schaech. The “Blue Ridge” star took to Twitter to express his admiration for Applegate, calling her “the toughest human being I’ve ever met” and expressing his pride in her, saying, “F-k MS! So proud of her! Go Christina!”

Schaech, 54, also shared a photo of Applegate, 52, in her maroon Christian Siriano gown on his Instagram Story, adding a caption that read, “We are so proud of you, Christina.” The former couple, who were married from 2001 to 2007, have both moved on since their divorce. Schaech married Julie Solomon in 2013, while Applegate tied the knot with Martyn LeNoble the same year.

Applegate, known for her role in “Dead to Me,” made a poignant start to the Emmys as she appeared to present the first award. Diagnosed with MS in 2021, she received a standing ovation from the star-studded crowd as she walked onstage with an “FU MS” cane. The “Married… with Children” alum was visibly moved by the gesture and joked about feeling shamed by the audience’s standing ovation.

Despite her nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for “Dead to Me,” Applegate had not been expected to attend the ceremony. She had previously stated that the 2023 SAG Awards would be her “last award show as an actor.” However, her surprise appearance at the 2024 Emmys was a powerful moment for both her and her fans.

She revealed her condition in 2021

In August 2021, Applegate revealed that she had been diagnosed with MS a “few months” prior and has since spoken out about the challenges she faces. She candidly shared with Vanity Fair in May 2023, “There are just certain things that people take for granted in their lives that I took for granted. Going down the stairs, carrying things. It f-king sucks.” She also expressed a preference for a quieter lifestyle away from the chaos of Hollywood.

Applegate’s resilience and strength in the face of her MS battle have garnered widespread support and admiration. Her surprise appearance at the Emmys served as a powerful reminder of her unwavering spirit and determination in the face of adversity.