90s actress suffered two-year speech hiatus caused by scary medical problem.

Kimberly Williams-Paisley, the beloved American actress known for her iconic role in Father of the Bride, recently opened up about a frightening health ordeal she endured for two years. The 53-year-old star shared her experience with a condition that left her unable to speak properly, causing her to feel trapped in her own body.

It was in November 2022 when Kimberly first noticed something was wrong while hosting her annual Alzheimer's fundraiser, Dance Party to End ALZ, in honor of her late mother. As she raised the microphone to her mouth, she found that she couldn't produce any sound. Initially, she brushed it off as just needing some hot tea and vocal rest, but as weeks went by, her condition worsened.

Kimberly, who rose to fame in the 90s with her breakthrough performance in Father of the Bride, tried to attribute her vocal weakness to various causes such as not breathing properly or not utilizing her vocal training. However, as her voice continued to fail her, she became increasingly frustrated and upset, even turning down acting jobs and feeling invisible to her loved ones.

With the support of her husband, country singer Brad Paisley, and their two sons, Kimberly sought professional help to find the root of her condition. After trying countless remedies, both traditional and unorthodox, she was eventually diagnosed with partial paralysis of her left vocal cord, caused by muscle tension dysphonia.

In August, she underwent surgery to correct the issue and began the slow process of healing and regaining her voice. Throughout the journey, Kimberly learned valuable lessons about herself and the importance of speaking up and advocating for her own health. She also credits her husband for his unwavering support and ability to keep her laughing through it all.

Despite the challenges she faced, Kimberly remains grateful for the experience and the lessons she learned. She encourages others to never give up on their voice, both physical and metaphorical, and to always fight to be heard.

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