**Chad King Reflects on Living with MS and Connections with Christina Applegate**
Chad King, a member of the Grammy-winning duo A Great Big World, has opened up about his journey with multiple sclerosis (MS) in a recent interview. Diagnosed with the condition in 2007, King has been navigating the challenges of this autoimmune disease for over 15 years. His latest musical project, an EP titled *The Road Ahead*, released on April 17, explores the impact of MS on his life and career.
In a candid conversation with PEOPLE, King spoke about his connection with actress Christina Applegate, who publicly revealed her own MS diagnosis in 2021. The two crossed paths when King appeared as a guest on Applegate’s podcast, *MeSsy*, in February 2025. This encounter sparked a supportive friendship built on their shared experiences with the illness.
“Christina has been a guiding light for me in this whole process,” King, 40, told the publication. “Every person with MS has different symptoms. It varies completely. Christina has different symptoms than I do, and we are facing our own struggles, but we can come together. She lifts me up.”
Applegate has long been an advocate for MS awareness, and her openness about her health battles has inspired many, including King. He described how her support has encouraged him to find positivity in challenging times. “She’s just reminding me that there’s so much good in your life,” he said. “As dark and heavy as this moment can be, there’s still so much light.”
Recently, Applegate took to Instagram to discuss her health following a hospitalisation. In her post, she expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support, affirming her resilience. “Health issues are a constant for me,” she wrote, “but I’m a strong chick and I’m getting stronger and better every day. I’m taking a moment to focus on my health, but I’ll be back with more to say soon enough.”
King’s new EP, *The Road Ahead*, reflects his personal journey with MS and the impact it has had on his creativity. “For me, it’s capturing this moment when multiple sclerosis symptoms started to affect me and my world,” he explained. “I couldn’t walk the same, I couldn’t sing the same. And I was like, okay, I still want to write music.”
Despite the limitations posed by his condition, King focused on creating music that speaks to his experiences. “These were the songs that I wrote and then was able to capture on recording,” he added. “It’s only four songs, but for me it was like, this is what I could do in the time I had. And I’m really proud.”
Music has been a crucial outlet for King as he copes with the ups and downs of living with MS. His dedication to his craft shines through in *The Road Ahead*, illustrating not only his struggles but also his determination to continue making a positive impact through his art.
As King continues to navigate the complexities of living with multiple sclerosis, he remains hopeful and inspired. His connection with Applegate serves as a reminder of the power of support and understanding for those facing similar challenges. Through their shared experiences, they exemplify the strength that can be found in community and empathy.
In the world of illness, where each person’s journey is unique, King’s story resonates with many. Through personal expression in his music and the bonds formed between fellow MS patients, he demonstrates that there is always a way forward, despite the obstacles life may present.