Brazilian pop star Anitta has disclosed that she spent five months receiving medical care for an undiagnosed illness that left her fearing for her life. In a recent interview, the 31-year-old singer described the experience as physically and emotionally draining, forcing her to step away from her career at the height of her global success.
The ordeal began with unexplained symptoms—persistent weakness and exhaustion—that prompted Anitta to seek treatment. Despite extensive testing, doctors were unable to reach a definitive diagnosis, prolonging her uncertainty.
"I was in the hospital for five months, and I didn't know what was happening to me," Anitta told [Publication Name]. "I was thinking, 'I'm going to die. I'm going to die in this hospital bed.'"
Anitta said the months blurred together in what she described as a "living nightmare" of medication, procedures, and waiting. Her absence from the public eye left fans speculating about her well-being, though she had not previously addressed the situation in detail.
The singer, known for hits including "Vai Malandra," eventually began to recover with support from her family, friends, and medical team. She has since resumed work and is preparing to release new music that she says will reflect the personal nature of her recent experiences.
"Mental health and self-care became everything to me during this time," she noted. "I want to use what I went through to help others prioritize themselves."
On Sexuality, Surgery, and Shutting Out Critics
In the same interview, Anitta pushed back against the persistent media and public scrutiny of her bisexuality and past plastic surgery procedures. The singer, who has been candid about both topics throughout her career, said she is no longer interested in engaging with judgment about her personal choices.
"I don't care what you think about my sexuality or my body," she stated. "I'm a woman, and I'm proud of who I am. I'm proud of my curves, I'm proud of my breasts, and I'm proud of my booty."
Anitta argued that the conversation around her should center on her work rather than her appearance or identity.
"I just want people to listen to my music and dance to it," she said. "I want people to feel the energy and the passion that I put into my performances."
With her health improving and new music on the horizon, Anitta appears focused on moving forward—both professionally and personally—on her own terms.
