Most people by now are familiar with HIV. This virus became extremely well-known as a result of one famous actor that came out and went public with his diagnosis and ultimately died from the disease. Since the time that Rock Hudson was seen on TV with Dinah shore, it is no longer as taboo or perceived as life-threatening like it once was.
Let's take a look at the top 10 celebrities with HIV. Keep in mind some of these people are still alive and thriving while some have passed away.
Rock Hudson. As previously mentioned he was the forerunner in terms of those celebrities that came forward admitting that they had HIV. Rock passed away shortly after appearing at the podium gaunt and gravely ill.
Magic Johnson. The former Los Angeles Lakers star guard has been living with HIV for over a decade now. When he first came out it was quite shocking and most people thought he would not live from the virus but his blood levels indicate that he is almost back to normal.
Arthur Ashe. The former tennis star ultimately died from HIV which it is believed that he contracted through blood transfusion years before his death.
Liberace. The former classical pianist is no longer alive as he succumbed to HIV.
Freddie Mercury. The former lead singer of Queen is now deceased as a result of contracting HIV virus.
Anthony Perkins. The former star of a Hitchcock movie, "Psycho," died of HIV back in 1992.
David Oliver. The former soap star from "A Year in the Life," died of the virus in 1991.
Tony Richardson. The previous Academy award winner (two times over) died of HIV in 1991.
Tommy Morrison. When you are talking about the top 10 celebrities with HIV it is hard not to include Tommy. The former star of the latter "Rocky" series still has HIV and is getting along fine with it and is still seeking to get back into boxing.
Greg Louganis. The former Olympic diving star has been living with HIV for many years now. All reports indicate that he is in good health and doing well.
Top 10 Celebrities with HIV
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