The “Body Heat and Romancing the Stone,” star, who has been open about her health struggles, made a rare public appearance.
A fan’s comment on Kathleen Turner’s appearance during a rare outing, from a post dated April 2, 2025 | Source: Instagram/elderordonez1
Turner was seen relying on a walker and the assistance of two companions as she made her way to a waiting car. Dressed in a long, dark coat layered over a blue sweater, paired with black pants and sneakers, she appeared unsteady on her feet while navigating the sidewalk.
Photos from the outing quickly spread online, sparking concern among fans. One observer remarked, “She’s not well.” Another, surprised by the images, wrote, “I don’t believe that is Kathleen.”
Some expressed heartbreak over her visible struggles. “She is really suffering—RA is very painful, even to walk. The medications cause significant weight gain and affect the body internally, including facial appearance. Grace 🙏🏻🙏🏻,” one commenter noted.
Others pointed out physical signs of her condition. “Look at her hands. She obviously has arthritis and probably other autoimmune diseases as well,” one person observed. Another reacted with shock, writing, “Wow, her hand has turned white.”
Many fans shared their love and concern. “I love her 💗 It hurts me to see her in such pain,” one wrote. Hoping for the best, another added, “Oh man… she has trouble walking 😢😢… love her … praying it’s some temporary ailment.” A final comment summed up the emotions of many: “Geez. Hard to see. God bless.”
Turner has previously spoken candidly about her decades-long battle with rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune condition that attacks the joints and internal organs. She was first diagnosed in the early 1990s, at the height of her acting career.
