TikTok star Mainly Mannie -- known to his 1.3 million followers as "Boss and CEO" -- shared an emotional life update, revealing he was recently diagnosed with HIV.
Mannie opened up in a raw video posted to his social media, saying he found out about his diagnosis this summer after suddenly becoming unable to walk. He claims he believes his ex-partner gave him the virus and says he's currently in a rehab facility learning how to walk again. Play video content
In one clip shared on Instagram , Mannie is seen using a walker while therapists assist him down a hallway. Despite the physical and emotional challenges, he says his faith and sense of humor are keeping him grounded, adding God is good and he's taking his medications.
Mannie revealed his treatment costs about $4,000 a month,