Kate Beckinsale has revealed that intense stress and grief from her stepfather's death and her mother's stage 4 cancer diagnosis led to a six-week hospitalization. The actress explained that the emotional turmoil caused a severe health condition, burning a hole in her esophagus and causing her to vomit blood. Beckinsale addressed this personal ordeal in response to online critics who commented on her weight loss. She also shared that she had been working on a movie with themes that triggered her grief. Despite the challenges, she assured followers her health is now improved.