Despite HIV being a treatable condition, there is still a massive amount of stigma surrounding the disease.
But reports have emerged claiming that a Hollywood actor is not only carrying the HIV virus but that he may have infected a number of high profile girlfriends.
His exes reportedly include a TV star, a glamour model, a ‘religious’ movie star, a ‘top’ Hollywood personality and another actress.
The star has not been named in the reports due to alleged fears that going public about his diagnosis will affect his career and prompt exes to sue him.
A source told The Sun: “It has now become common knowledge that this star is HIV positive, something he has known for a number of years. His lawyers are bracing for the threat of potential action.
“The reality is that if he’s knowingly put women at risk then that’s disgusting and it’s only a matter of time before that becomes public.”
They added: “Obviously it would be a huge story, but the reality is HIV is entirely treatable in this day and age and shouldn’t impact his ability to work or lead a normal life. It could be a game-changer in the understanding of HIV given that he’s a straight man.”
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