The 32-year-old, who shot to fame with her starring role in the latest Star Wars trilogy, has previously discussed struggles with endometriosis and polycystic ovaries.
FILE - Daisy Ridley arrives at the world premiere of " Star Wars : The Rise of Skywalker" on Dec. 16, 2019, in Los Angeles. Lucasfilm announced three new live-action films in the " Star Wars " franchise which includes the return of Ridley as Rey. British actor Daisy Ridley was diagnosed last year with Graves' disease, an autoimmune disorder affecting the thyroid, she revealed in a recent interview.
She said she initially dismissed her symptoms, which also included weight loss and hand tremors, to the role's intensity. But discussing the symptoms with her doctor ultimately led to her being diagnosed with Graves' disease. Other celebrities to have suffered from it include rapper Missy Elliott and former US first lady Barbara Bush.
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