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Joe Manganiello says Santa Monica shaman healed him after autoimmune disease nearly killed him
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· October 7, 2026
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Key points More information can be found through the Los Angeles Times, which has reported on Joe Manganiello's statement about the shaman's role in his recovery. The shaman is said to be from Santa Monica.
Joe Manganiello claims to have been healed by a shaman. He says this healing occurred after an autoimmune disease nearly took his life. The shaman is said to be from Santa Monica.
Further details about Joe Manganiello's experience are available from the source. The account of his healing has been reported, but specifics about the disease and the healing process are not provided here.
More information can be found through the Los Angeles Times, which has reported on Joe Manganiello's statement about the shaman's role in his recovery.
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Category: News Published: October 7, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times Reading time: 1 min
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