Profiles Index
Theoren Fleury
Theo Fleury was diagnosed with Crohn's in 1996, but hasn't let that stop him from continuing his career in the National Hockey League.
David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguar Quarterback
Jacksonville Jaguar Quarterback David Garrard first experienced symptoms of Crohn’s disease at the end of the 2003 NFL season. In June of 2004, medical therapy failed, and he underwent surgery.
Anastacia, Singer
Anastacia, award-winning singer, has battled Crohn's disease since the age of 13.
John J. York, actor
John York, best known for playing Mac Scorpio on General Hospital, was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at age 17.
Nicky Hopkins, "Session Man"
Pianist Nicky Hopkins, born in London on February 24, 1944, amassed more than 500 album credits in his career. Hopkins was a “session” musician, who played piano on releases by The Beatles, The Who, Dusty Springfield, Tom Jones, David Bowie, and The Kinks. He also suffered from Crohn’s disease.
Mike McCready, Lead Guitarist for Pearl Jam
Mike McCready, lead guitarist for rock group Pearl Jam, suffers from Crohn's disease.
Shayne Corson, Left Wing for the Dallas Stars
Shayne Corson, left wing for the Dallas Stars was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at age 15.
Rolf Benirschke, former place-kicker, San Diego Chargers
Rolf Benirschke, former NFL star, had emergency ostomy surgery and continued to play football.
Peter Neilsen, Former Mr USA
Peter Neilsen, former Mr. USA and fitness trainer to the stars, was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease at age 15.
Mary Ann Mobley, former Miss America
A biography of Mary Ann Mobley, former Miss America who has Crohn's Disease.
Al Geiberger
Al Geiberger, professional golfer known as Mr. 59, had ileostomy surgery in 1980.
Dwight David Eisenhower
Dwight David Eisenhower, or Ike, had emergency surgery for Crohn's Disease during his presidency.
Alfred, King of Wessex (871-899)
Alfred, King of Wessex suffered from a mysterious ailment throughout his lifetime that is now suspected to have been Crohn's Disease.
Kevin Dineen, Former Right Wing
Kevin Dineen, Right Wing for the Columbus Blue Jackets battles Crohn's Disease.