Danniella Westbrook Undergoes Life-Changing Surgery with Cartilage From Her Rib to Fix Her Nose After Cocaine Addiction

Danniella Westbrook, 52, has undergone a life-changing surgery to rebuild her face, using cartilage from her rib to repair the damage caused by her past cocaine abuse. The actress was spotted leaving the hospital with her boyfriend, bare-knuckle fighter Charlie Symonds, after the procedure. Danniella Westbrook leaving the hospital after nose surgery.

Danniella Westbrook leaving a hospital with a bandage on her nose.
She underwent the procedure on ThursdayCredit: BackGrid
Danniella Westbrook leaving the hospital with her boyfriend after nose surgery.
Danniella abused the drug so badly that her septum – the cartilage that separates the two nostrils – fell outCredit: BackGrid
Danniella Westbrook and her boyfriend leaving a hospital after her nose surgery.
The star was supported by her boyfriend, bare knuckle fighter, Charlie Symonds after the opCredit: BackGrid

The surgery comes after years of battling addiction, which led to severe damage to her septum. Danniella had been abusing cocaine for years, which ultimately caused her septum to collapse. Despite her past struggles, she remains determined to rebuild her life, spending over £500,000 on surgeries to repair the damage.Danniella Westbrook at a party. Danniella Westbrook leaving the hospital after nose surgery.

Danniella Westbrook leaving a hospital wearing a white top and face mask.
Danniella has spent over £500,000 rebuilding her faceCredit: BackGrid

Danniella took to social media to share her thoughts ahead of the surgery, stating, “Big day for me heading down for a very long surgery right now to rebuild my face. Then I can get back to work.” Her supporters have rallied behind her, and she is grateful for the encouragement from her fanbase.

The surgery was necessary to restore her nose after years of drug abuse, with Danniella describing how the abuse caused her septum to fall out. She has since undergone multiple surgeries to correct the damage, and this recent procedure is a continuation of her journey to regain confidence.

Since her recovery, Danniella has continued to focus on her career and personal growth. She’s spent significant time and money on facial reconstruction surgeries, traveling to Turkey in 2023 for her fifth facial surgery, which included a surgical thread lift.

Her battle with addiction began at a young age, and she has openly shared her struggles with the public, detailing how she was addicted to drugs, including using cocaine while pregnant with her son Kai. Danniella has relapsed multiple times but has shown tremendous strength in recovering each time.

Despite the hardships, Danniella’s ongoing recovery and dedication to her health have inspired many, as she continues to push forward in rebuilding her life.

Source: Daily Mail