Uncensored On Autism, The V Word, RFK, Toxic Beauty & Autoimmunity | Jenny McCarthy

In this episode of The Art of Being Well, I sit down with Jenny McCarthy—actress, bestselling author, and founder of Formless Beauty. We explore her journey from Hollywood to health advocacy, including her son’s autism diagnosis and the moment she knew she had to share his story. Jenny opens up about her wellness philosophy, her experience with the elemental diet, and the growing conversation around forever chemicals in beauty products. She also gives a behind-the-scenes look at her time on The View and The Masked Singer. If you’re curious about clean beauty, holistic wellness, or just love Jenny’s unfiltered honesty, this episode is a must-listen!

Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg is an actress, comedian, host, best-selling author, spokeswoman and entrepreneur.  She is a judge on the FOX smash hit, “The Masked Singer,” currently in its 13th season.  She has starred in numerous films and television shows, in addition to hosting countless live events, specials and award shows.  She is a New York Times best-selling author of nine books on topics ranging from pregnancy and motherhood to sex and growing up Catholic.  Jenny is also a successful entrepreneur, having created and launched countless brands throughout her career, including her Blondies line of gluten-free ready-to-drink cocktails, and she is the creator and founder of Formless Beauty, a vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, and gluten-free beauty company she launched in 2021.  She and her husband, Donnie Wahlberg, have a first-look deal with Lionsgate to develop and produce traditional unscripted/reality television, documentaries, short form productions and narrative and non-fiction podcasts through their Work Baby Productions banner.

A few of my favorite things we cover in this episode: 

•   Jenny McCarthy’s journey into Hollywood - how she got her start and what it was like breaking into the industry.
• How her spiritual and religious foundation shaped her life and whether it still plays a role today.
• Navigating her son’s autism diagnosis - what resources were available at the time and what led her to seek alternative answers.
• Her son’s health transformation - how far he has come to where he is today.
• The pivotal moment that inspired Jenny to share her son’s story publicly, despite the risks.
• Jenny’s approach to wellness, including her experience with the elemental diet.
• Reflecting on her viral Larry King interview—how her early advocacy around health issues is now gaining renewed attention.
• What inspired Jenny to enter the clean beauty space and launch Formless Beauty.
• Understanding forever chemicals in beauty products and how they impact health.
• How Jenny uses Formless Beauty in her personal beauty routine and daily rituals.
• Behind the scenes of co-hosting The View and her experience in the world of daytime television.
• Jenny’s journey as a judge on The Masked Singer and what it’s like working on the hit show.

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In Health,

Dr. Will Cole