Mother's Love: Donna Jordan's Journey with Lupus and Support from Michael B. Jordan
Donna Jordan, the proud mother of Oscar winner Michael B. Jordan, is actively involved in raising awareness about lupus, an autoimmune disease she has been battling for the past 30 years. Terri Seymour, from "Extra," has also joined the cause as a Lupus L.A. board member, receiving a Loop Award at a fundraiser event. Donna highlighted the challenges of diagnosing lupus due to its ability to mimic various autoimmune conditions, making it difficult to identify. Despite the subtle symptoms, Donna has been supported by her daughter Coco, partner Clark Mallon, and Michael, who has been a strong advocate for Lupus L.A., hosting events and accompanying Donna to red carpet events during award seasons.
Donna expressed her initial concerns about managing lupus symptoms on the red carpet but found comfort and support from Michael, who always made her feel like a queen and reassured her that everything would be fine. She described the experience of witnessing Michael's success in Hollywood as "extra special," reminiscing about her role as a supportive mother during his early auditions, which became possible due to her inability to work because of lupus. Donna's dedication to driving Michael to auditions paid off as he rose to fame with roles in "Black Panther" and the "Creed" franchise, showcasing his talent and hard work.