podcast How To Fail with Elizabeth Day<\/a> , the actress recounted how she had long believed she wouldn't survive after suffering a second brain hemorrhage.<\/p>\nShe explained that this period had profoundly affected her relationship with life and death. According to her account, she felt she had "escaped" something inevitable, to the point of believing she was "meant to die." This thought haunted her daily during her recovery.<\/p>\n
A sudden wave of unease followed the first season of "Game of Thrones"<\/h2>\n
The first hemorrhage occurred shortly after filming wrapped on season 1 of "Game of Thrones." Emilia Clarke recounted suffering a severe collapse while working out at a gym in London. At the time, she was facing significant professional pressure as well as intense personal stress.<\/p>\n
The actress described a "sudden and extreme pain," comparable to "a rubber band snapping in her brain." The symptoms quickly worsened, and she realized something serious was happening. After several medical examinations, doctors diagnosed a brain hemorrhage caused by an aneurysm. Despite the seriousness of the situation, Emilia Clarke continued to think about her professional future. She was particularly worried that the show's producers would consider her "too fragile" to continue filming.<\/p>\n
A desire to keep his health condition secret<\/h2>\n
In her statements, Emilia Clarke also explained that she had spoken very little about this ordeal to her professional circle. She had only informed the show's creators, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, while trying to maintain a certain level of discretion regarding her health.<\/p>\n
Emilia Clarke admitted to feeling "a kind of shame" after this medical episode, fearing "being perceived differently in an industry where the pressure is constant." This desire to remain silent led her to continue working despite the physical and psychological difficulties associated with her recovery. A few years later, Emilia Clarke publicly revealed that she had suffered a second brain hemorrhage requiring further surgery.<\/p>\n
From this ordeal to a personal commitment<\/h2>\n
After her recovery, Emilia Clarke decided to transform this painful experience into concrete action. In 2019, she launched an organization dedicated to supporting people in rehabilitation after a brain injury. The organization focuses on issues such as neurorehabilitation and the isolation experienced by patients after neurological trauma. Emilia Clarke hopes to raise public awareness of the often invisible consequences of brain injuries and improve the care provided to survivors.<\/p>\n
For several years now, Emilia Clarke has been speaking more freely about this period of her life. Her accounts highlight the psychological scars that such ordeals can leave, even after physical recovery.<\/p>\n
By recounting the two brain hemorrhages she suffered during the filming of "Game of Thrones," Emilia Clarke offers a particularly powerful testimony about fear, vulnerability, and recovery. Behind the series' global success, the actress was actually going through one of the most difficult periods of her life. Today, she uses her experience to raise awareness and support people facing similar neurological traumas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"British actress Emilia Clarke spoke emotionally about the serious health problems she faced at the height of her...","protected":false},"author":8375,"featured_media":441879,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable_msn":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[307],"tags":[97759],"class_list":["post-441878","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-people","tag-news"],"image":{"medium":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/@emilia_clarke-_-Instagram-200x113.jpg",200,113,true],"large":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/@emilia_clarke-_-Instagram-500x281.jpg",500,281,true]},"custom":{"td_video":"","featured_image":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/@emilia_clarke-_-Instagram.jpg","author":{"name":"Fabienne Baure","avatar":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/fabienne-baure-96x96.jpg"},"categories":[{"term_id":307,"name":"Celebrities","slug":"people","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":307,"taxonomy":"category","description":"
It's no secret that we live in an entertainment society. Stars, celebrities, public figures\u2014whatever you want to call them\u2014are adored and almost revered. They are scrutinized, dissected, and judged on their every move. Their physical appearance, in particular, is analyzed from every angle and criticized for the slightest "deviation." The fashion industry isn't solely responsible for unrealistic representations of the body.<\/b> Music and film play a significant role in our perception of beauty. Constant exposure to overly polished images often impacts the well-being of "ordinary" people. So at The Body Optimist<\/em> , we decided to take a different approach. Here, we talk about glitz and glamour, but also about what goes on behind the scenes<\/b> , the less glamorous things that happen backstage. We break with the flawless image of show business and celebrate diverse profiles.<\/p> In this section, we also want to give you updates on all the most inspiring personalities<\/b> , their stances, and their latest projects. Here, we celebrate public figures who use their fame for good. As you'll understand, there's no question of bombarding you with trivial news or unfounded rumors. We intend to commend the commitment of the stars<\/b> who demonstrate it and, if necessary, denounce the excesses<\/b> of the system in which they operate.<\/p>\n\n Always inclusive, never intrusive<\/h2>
In this section, we never mention a public figure simply to pry into their private life. We respect you enough to believe you have better things to do with your time. We also refuse to judge celebrities, especially women, based on their appearance. On the contrary, we applaud stars who have the courage to be vulnerable<\/b> by opening up about their insecurities. That's why you'll find, for example , Sophie Turner's story<\/span> in which she discusses the pressure to lose weight<\/b> she experienced in Hollywood. We also share stances on issues close to our hearts,<\/b> such as feminism and discrimination. So, when the singer Ang\u00e8le releases a music video denouncing sexism<\/span> , or when the comedian Muriel Robin speaks out about homophobia<\/span> , this is the section where we discuss it.<\/p>\n\n Constructive news<\/h2>
Many have made a career out of cruelly criticizing celebrities. We don't want to participate in this sterile turmoil. We want to contribute to changing this performance-driven society that tolerates nothing less than perfection. Our approach is intended to be kind and constructive<\/b> . The topics covered in this section are meant to inspire you or raise awareness about issues we consider important. They aim to help you feel less alone, by showing you, for example, that celebrities also struggle to accept themselves.<\/b><\/p>
In this section , we focus on what women have to say!<\/strong> That's why, for example, we dedicated an article to stars who have spoken out against sexual harassment<\/span> , or to actress B\u00e9atrice Dalle's stances on motherhood<\/span> . Men aren't left out either. We don't hesitate to discuss the pressure regarding their appearance that they can feel. For instance, we dedicated an article toactor Richard Madden<\/span> , from the series Game of Thrones, and the pressure he faced to lose weight.<\/p> While silence was once the norm in show business, more and more taboos are now being broken, and we applaud this. Because silence is often complicit in injustice, we want to support all those celebrities who have the courage to speak out and rebel<\/strong> .<\/p>\n\n Your favorite plus-size stars (and much more\u2026)<\/h2>
On a lighter note, we've also included some inspiring stories in this section. We present all those personalities with "atypical" profiles who have managed to reach the top. We strive to highlight these men and women who redefine what it means to be a star every day. We feature profiles of personalities<\/b> like actressesRebel Wilson<\/span> and Danielle MacDonald<\/span> . We also discuss comedian Artus and his beginnings as a plus-size model<\/span> ; not to mention other topics such as singer Lady Gaga's launch of an inclusive makeup line.<\/p> We highlight these stars who break the mold<\/b> by celebrating their achievements but also by denouncing the unfounded criticism they face. The virulent harassment they endure reflects the progress our society still needs to make in accepting difference. Therefore , we will continue to denounce fatphobic insults<\/strong> directed at figures like singers Louane<\/span> and Amel Bent<\/span> . We urge greater empathy and kindness<\/strong> so that the entertainment industry ceases to be such a source of anxiety.<\/p> In this section, as you've probably gathered, we want to make you dream, but not by dangling the impossible in front of you. Rather, this section aims to give you a glimpse of a world where celebrities are recognized for their talent, not for the size of their waistline<\/strong> .<\/p>","parent":0,"count":2802,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":307,"category_count":2802,"category_description":"It's no secret that we live in an entertainment society. Stars, celebrities, public figures\u2014whatever you want to call them\u2014are adored and almost revered. They are scrutinized, dissected, and judged on their every move. Their physical appearance, in particular, is analyzed from every angle and criticized for the slightest "deviation." The fashion industry isn't solely responsible for unrealistic representations of the body.<\/b> Music and film play a significant role in our perception of beauty. Constant exposure to overly polished images often impacts the well-being of "ordinary" people. So at The Body Optimist<\/em> , we decided to take a different approach. Here, we talk about glitz and glamour, but also about what goes on behind the scenes<\/b> , the less glamorous things that happen backstage. We break with the flawless image of show business and celebrate diverse profiles.<\/p> In this section, we also want to give you updates on all the most inspiring personalities<\/b> , their stances, and their latest projects. Here, we celebrate public figures who use their fame for good. As you'll understand, there's no question of bombarding you with trivial news or unfounded rumors. We intend to commend the commitment of the stars<\/b> who demonstrate it and, if necessary, denounce the excesses<\/b> of the system in which they operate.<\/p>\n\n Always inclusive, never intrusive<\/h2>
In this section, we never mention a public figure simply to pry into their private life. We respect you enough to believe you have better things to do with your time. We also refuse to judge celebrities, especially women, based on their appearance. On the contrary, we applaud stars who have the courage to be vulnerable<\/b> by opening up about their insecurities. That's why you'll find, for example , Sophie Turner's story<\/span> in which she discusses the pressure to lose weight<\/b> she experienced in Hollywood. We also share stances on issues close to our hearts,<\/b> such as feminism and discrimination. So, when the singer Ang\u00e8le releases a music video denouncing sexism<\/span> , or when the comedian Muriel Robin speaks out about homophobia<\/span> , this is the section where we discuss it.<\/p>\n\n Constructive news<\/h2>
Many have made a career out of cruelly criticizing celebrities. We don't want to participate in this sterile turmoil. We want to contribute to changing this performance-driven society that tolerates nothing less than perfection. Our approach is intended to be kind and constructive<\/b> . The topics covered in this section are meant to inspire you or raise awareness about issues we consider important. They aim to help you feel less alone, by showing you, for example, that celebrities also struggle to accept themselves.<\/b><\/p>
In this section , we focus on what women have to say!<\/strong> That's why, for example, we dedicated an article to stars who have spoken out against sexual harassment<\/span> , or to actress B\u00e9atrice Dalle's stances on motherhood<\/span> . Men aren't left out either. We don't hesitate to discuss the pressure regarding their appearance that they can feel. For instance, we dedicated an article toactor Richard Madden<\/span> , from the series Game of Thrones, and the pressure he faced to lose weight.<\/p> While silence was once the norm in show business, more and more taboos are now being broken, and we applaud this. Because silence is often complicit in injustice, we want to support all those celebrities who have the courage to speak out and rebel<\/strong> .<\/p>\n\n Your favorite plus-size stars (and much more\u2026)<\/h2>
On a lighter note, we've also included some inspiring stories in this section. We present all those personalities with "atypical" profiles who have managed to reach the top. We strive to highlight these men and women who redefine what it means to be a star every day. We feature profiles of personalities<\/b> like actressesRebel Wilson<\/span> and Danielle MacDonald<\/span> . We also discuss comedian Artus and his beginnings as a plus-size model<\/span> ; not to mention other topics such as singer Lady Gaga's launch of an inclusive makeup line.<\/p> We highlight these stars who break the mold<\/b> by celebrating their achievements but also by denouncing the unfounded criticism they face. The virulent harassment they endure reflects the progress our society still needs to make in accepting difference. Therefore , we will continue to denounce fatphobic insults<\/strong> directed at figures like singers Louane<\/span> and Amel Bent<\/span> . We urge greater empathy and kindness<\/strong> so that the entertainment industry ceases to be such a source of anxiety.<\/p> In this section, as you've probably gathered, we want to make you dream, but not by dangling the impossible in front of you. Rather, this section aims to give you a glimpse of a world where celebrities are recognized for their talent, not for the size of their waistline<\/strong> .<\/p>","cat_name":"Celebrities","category_nicename":"people","category_parent":0}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441878","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8375"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=441878"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441878\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":441939,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441878\/revisions\/441939"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/441879"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=441878"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=441878"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=441878"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}