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REVEALED: Mike leigh battling autoimmune disease | Vintage Vibes

Mike Leigh uses a walking stick as he battles a health condition

Mike Leigh has to walk with a cane after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease.

The 'Vera Drake' director, 81, has revealed he's battling myositis - which causes muscle inflammation and weakness - and he often needs help standing up and walking because it affects his legs.

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