Olivia Munn Diagnosed Despite Negative Genetic Test

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Actress Olivia Munn has channeled the emotional weight of her recent cancer battle into her performance in Apple TV+'s new series, "Your Friends & Neighbors.

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In April 2023, Munn received life-altering news: she had Luminal B breast cancer in both breasts.

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Despite negative results from a comprehensive genetic test that checked for 90 different cancer genes, her doctor calculated her lifetime breast cancer risk score, which led to the eventual diagnosis.

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1. Within a year, she underwent five major surgeries, including: a lymph node dissection, a double Mastectomy, a Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Nipple delay procedure

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Throughout her treatment, Munn's husband, comedian John Mulaney (42), provided constant support.

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In the new Apple TV+ series, Munn plays Sam, a character from a blue-collar background who has married into affluence and is involved in a secret affair with Andrew Cooper (Jon Hamm).

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Munn highlighted the extensive preparation involved in intimate scenes, comparing the role of intimacy coordinators to stunt coordinators in ensuring realism and safety.

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Set to premiere globally on Apple TV+ on April 11, 2025, the drama follows Jon Hamm's character, Coop, as he navigates life after losing his prestigious job.

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Munn's openness about her cancer journey has reportedly led to significant increases in visits to breast cancer risk assessment tools.

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