Jackie Evancho Shares She Is Battling Anorexia

“America's Got Talent” finalist Jackie Evancho reveals she has anorexia, which led to her osteoporosis diagnosis. Last year, Evancho was in a serious car accident that broke her spine in two places. She later learned that she had deprived her body of proper nutrition, leading to her developing osteoporosis. It's a disease that most commonly impacts women 50 years old and up. Evancho says her battle with her eating disorder is still a work in progress.

[KCsFunHouse]

I can’t believe she’s 22, I’m just sorry that it took something so awful as a car accident to realize she needed help. I hope she continues on her path to wellness.

[Astralkidd]

I wish her all the best in her journey, good luck !!

[alos]

Having an eating disorder is so difficult. A lot of people don’t understand how hard it is to get better. Even with help and a support system. My heart goes out to Jackie.

[schuylermorgan]

My younger sister has serious health complications from her battle with bulimia. Social media really became popular when she was little and I think that had a huge impact on her and other young women today. I hope everyone who is struggling takes it one day at a time and chooses to live their healthiest lives.

[invaderaidyn]

Her and I have strikingly similar stories. I developed an eating disorder at 14. Got in a severe car accident at 19. Broke my spine, had four spinal fractures, CT scans showed that I developed osteoporosis from my eating disorder, which weakened my spine enough to break. My heart goes out to her, although we have different lives, it seems like we both have similar struggles regarding eating disorders and car accidents. Really goes to show that it's more common than you'd believe.

I'll keep her in my thoughts and I hope her recovery goes well. It's a long, difficult battle, but learning to cherish your body and learning to treat yourself with gentle care is important.

[RoccosVideos]

I wish her the best. May she overcome this.

[RainWasTaken]

She’s an amazing woman, and I think she’s doing a great job to be more than just the young opera singer we saw on AGT. I really hope she can overcome this.

[spencerwilson]

Poor girl. I've been battling anorexia on and off for years. She should be applauded for coming out about her battle with anorexia. Her story is going to help so many people. Her story is honestly helping me right now. She's so brave to tell the world that she has anorexia.

[lulabee]

Bless her for her bravery in speaking out about her personal struggle. Her self-care will help others fighting a battle. It takes a warrior. I honor her and her honesty. God bless you and keep fighting! 🙏❤️

[biggestboofer]

Anorexia is a horrible thing to go through. I suffered myself during highschool before getting treatment. It never really goes away fully but I wish her luck, its a very dangerous condition.

[williamvandergrift]

I lost a friend from anorexia last November. He killed himself after he couldn’t take it. I wish her the best journey forward, and I truly hope she gets better.

[tmoore]

I remember watching her when I was little!!! I hope she feels better soon and I hope she never gives up to feel better 😘

[GuardianTiger]

She acknowledges the anorexia and that's already paving her road to recovery. I hope she gets through it and her car accident ♥️

[pamelahermano]

This is why I never comment on anyone’s weight. You never know what they’re going through.

[littlepoots]

Oh my gosh, the poor young woman. She is so lovely, I hope she recovers soon 🙏🏻

[moniquewrites]

Aw I remember her when she was on AGT. She was very impressive. Get well soon!!!

[KKISCRAZYFUL]

It's brave to speak out about these things. Wishing her a quick recovery ♥️

[midlife_minimalist]

I was anorexic at 16 and had osteopenia at my first bone scan at 51 and osteoporosis had developed by my 2nd at 54. I’ve done everything else right for bone health my entire life.

[SandiByrd]

This was a brave thing to put her story out there in the public - I wish her nothing but success and healing. She's a stunning singer and an all around lovely young lady.

[keithmcguinness]

I remember her! I was so shocked when I found out about this! She became such a beautiful young lady! I hope she makes a full recovery!