Melissa Claire Egan The Young and the Restless
Melissa Claire Egan has taken part in the social media campaign in which women are posting black and white photos of themselves in a sign of solidarity. However, The Young and the Restless actress has added a personal message to her post, emphasizing a private struggle she’s facing.
“As much as I want to only post that picture of me from a photoshoot years ago for this lovely #womensupportingwomen trend,” shared Egan, “I also feel I’m not really supporting women if we’re not honest with each other. So I’d actually rather post this one.”
The Emmy-nominated actress, who began her daytime stint on All My Children as Annie, says that her photo isn’t from the past, but rather “From today. At a fertility clinic. Dealing with some [expletive]. This is the real stuff women go through, and I thought I’d also share this, to all the wonderful women out there, including my own personal tribe of best girlfriends and supporters.
“Being a woman isn’t easy!!” Egan added. “But we’re tough and WE GOT THIS. Love all you women warriors!!! #womensupportingwomen.”
Melissa Claire Egan received posts of support after opening up about her journey. “Been there sis!!!!” wrote Michelle Stafford (Phyllis). “I got you!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”
“I love this and you so much,” posted Chrishell Stause (ex-Amanda, AMC; ex-Bethany, YR; ex-Jordan, Days of our Lives), Egan’s longtime pal. “Such a warrior. Hope you feel ALL the support of SO many behind you 💗💗💗.”
“You are amazing,” says Tracey Bregman (Lauren). “Thank you for sharing your journey. I love you.”
The list of others responding to Egan’s post reads like a Who’s Who of Daytime. Her supporters include The Young and the Restless pals Greg Rikaart (Kevin), Hunter King (Summer), Lauralee Bell (Christine), Brytni Sarpy (Elena), Melissa Ordway (Abby), Kelly Kruger (ex-Mac), Jessica Collins (ex-Avery), and Egan’s former AMC leading man Cameron Mathison (ex-Ryan).
“Thank you for sharing,” posted @ccolloton24. “God works in mysterious ways, I truly wish you the best. I went through fertility treatment before having my first child after a miscarriage also. You’re beautiful, funny and a child would be blessed to have you as a mother 💗.” The Young and the Restless airs weekdays on CBS. Check local listings for air times.
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