Joe Manganiello's Secret Health Battle Revealed

Joe Manganiello has shared details of a harrowing seven-year battle with mysterious autoimmune issues, as chronicled in his recently released memoir, 'Bloodlines.' The actor described how his health declined significantly after marrying Sofia Vergara, leading doctors to a state of confusion.

His condition became so severe that he underwent the amputation of part of his digestive tract. Manganiello also revealed a drastic 60-pound weight loss following the surgery. He shared disturbing images from this period, including photos of his ostomy bag and a severe skin breakout, highlighting the extensive physical toll.

A turning point in his recovery came after meeting a shaman in Santa Monica. This spiritual guide reportedly helped Manganiello by addressing ancestral trauma, which he believes was linked to his family's experience during the Armenian genocide. As a result of this holistic approach, Manganiello is now symptom-free and no longer requires medication.