Danniella Westbrook, 51, is finally getting her face rebuilt as she heads into ‘very long’ surgery – two years after admitting she hated the results of her last facial reconstruction

Danniella Westbrook shares that she is undergoing extensive facial reconstruction, preparing for a lengthy operation ahead.

Previously on EastEnders, the actress now aged 51, has had multiple reconstructive surgeries aimed at addressing her facial issues that were caused by past cocaine abuse and osteoporosis.

2023 saw her confessing her dislike for the outcome of the facial reconstruction she underwent that year. Previously, she had waited patiently for seven years to locate a surgeon prepared to perform the procedure, given the state of her septum.

On Thursday, Danniella posted an Instagram photo showing her in a hospital gown, with her new partner Chasa Symonds holding her hand. She mentioned that this was a significant day for her because she was about to have surgery again.

She wrote: ‘It’s a significant day as I’m about to undergo a lengthy surgery on my face for reconstruction. After that, I can return to work, allowing us to move forward in our life. Shout-out to @chasarealtal. Love you x.’

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In a different tale, she openly declared her affection towards her significant other as he publicly demonstrated his backing for her following his Instagram post where he stated that he was ‘extremely proud’ of her before her upcoming surgery.

Dear Reader, I wanted to express my gratitude for your unwavering support throughout this journey. Rest assured, I’ll be seeing you as soon as I rise tomorrow. Warm regards, xxx.

Meanwhile, as previously reported that Danniella is preparing for marriage, boxer Chasa posted a video praising the soap star during her upcoming medical procedure.

Addressing the camera, he expressed gratitude to all for the encouragement they’ve shown towards Danniella. This endeavor was personally significant for her and has been in the works for quite some time.

“I adore her because of who she is; I encountered her due to the same reason. She’s stunningly beautiful, both inside and out. Doing what she desires for herself is something she prioritizes.

She has switched her phone number, I’m screening and deleting the offensive messages on Instagram before she notices them, blocking the bullies as necessary. It’s a necessary precaution.

Regarding Chasa’s surgery, she continued: “This is an exciting day, it promises to be a lengthy one. She will provide updates when she’s prepared, it’s entirely up to her. I’m not here to discuss or share anything; that’s for her. So, from me and Danniella, we appreciate your supportive messages, we adore you all and she’ll be in touch with you soon. It’s going to be a long day!

In the caption of his post, Chasa echoed the emotions expressed in his video and added a poignant reminder: ‘Give thought, recall that everyone may stumble in life; it’s about how one rises. Instead of pushing someone down, try to uplift them if you can.’

It emerged last year that Danniella disliked the outcome of her past facial reconstruction operation.

In April 2023, the actress underwent several treatments in Turkey as an urgent effort to prevent further deterioration of her aging facial features.

In 2002, her septum collapsed due to excessive drug use. Since then, she has undergone several cosmetic procedures: a thread lift, liposuction on her cheeks and lips, fat grafting on her chin, and a procedure to define her jawline.

For the past seven years, the previous Celebrity Big Brother resident had yearned for septum reconstruction surgery, yet she couldn’t locate a surgeon willing to perform it due to her septum being completely collapsed.

Initially, she disclosed that she required five surgical procedures to address her face’s deterioration, which resulted from past cocaine abuse and osteoporosis. She had intended to undergo these operations through the National Health Service (NHS). However, Danniella stated that she funded the surgeries herself, despite numerous offers for free treatments from clinics worldwide.

It is widely known that Danniella struggled with drug issues, and one of the most notable consequences was the collapse of her septum due to heavy cocaine use, which required a reconstruction of her nose.

At the peak of her usage, it was said that she consumed as much as five grams of cocaine daily, spending nearly a quarter of a million pounds (£250,000) on the substance.

Nevertheless, the formerly substance-abusing celebrity has disclosed that she’s pleading with medical professionals to repair her disfigured visage, as she works towards rebuilding her life.

The actress has said her botched Turkish surgery has left her hating her new look. 

However, she’s had difficulty locating a surgeon willing to undertake the task, as her septum has been compromised due to her history of drug abuse.

In June 2023, the actress posted on Instagram a pre-surgery picture of herself, expressing disbelief about the changes that had been made to her.

Three months back, I felt I didn’t look good at all. If I could, I’d trade anything to be like this once more…

‘I can’t believe what’s been done to me with this surgery.’ 

After waking up from the long treatment, she remarked that she appeared as if she had sparred with boxer Tyson Fury for ten rounds.

Previously, Danniella had a rib-insertion operation in 2018 due to osteoporosis eroding her cheekbones and gums. Following treatments such as lip fillers, Botox, and facial surgery, she now aims to return to her optimal health.

Recently, there has been news that Danniella has discovered her ideal match – a bareknuckle boxer – and they are intending to wed, as he does not pass judgment on her.

It was reported that she was considering an extra operation for enhancement, aiming to look her most attractive before potentially entering into her third wedding.

According to a source, Danniella believes she’s met her soulmate in Chasa. Chasa is non-judgmental towards her and is unconcerned about her past experiences.

He’s fully aware of the challenges she’s faced, yet he remains supportive; his sole intention is to bring joy into her life.

‘She’s really smitten and feels like she can trust him, which is a really big deal for her.’

On Instagram, the television personality subtly indicated that their relationship might be deepening, as she posted pictures of their vacation in Greece with Chasa.

They apparently started off as friends, having been acquainted for six years, before choosing to elevate their friendship into a more serious romantic bond.

According to Chasa himself, he posted on Instagram, “There are times when a friend is so exceptional you can’t bear to lose them.

Previously conducted reports indicated that Danniella expressed displeasure with the outcome of her facial reconstruction surgery performed last year.

In April 2023, the actress underwent multiple surgeries in Turkey as an urgent attempt to restore her sagging facial features.

In 2002, her septum collapsed due to excessive drug use. Subsequently, she received various cosmetic procedures: a thread lift, liposuction on her cheeks and lips, fat grafting on her chin, and an etching of her jawline.

At that point, the previous contestant on Celebrity Big Brother had yearned for septum reconstruction for a span of seven years; however, she found no surgeon willing to perform the operation due to her septum being completely devoid of structure.

Earlier, she disclosed that her ‘collapsing’ face required five surgical procedures as a result of past cocaine abuse and osteoporosis. She had initially intended to undergo these operations through the NHS, but Danniella stated that she chose to finance the surgeries herself, despite numerous offers for free treatments from clinics worldwide.

It’s no secret that Danniella struggled with drug addiction, and one of the most notable consequences was the collapse of her septum due to heavy cocaine usage, which required a reconstruction of her nose.

During the peak of her usage, it was documented that she consumed as much as 5 grams of cocaine daily, spending approximately a quarter of a million pounds (£250,000) on the substance.

Yet, the actress, now abstaining from alcohol, has disclosed that she is pleading with physicians to restore her disfigured appearance, as she works towards rebuilding her life.

The actress has said her botched Turkish surgery has left her hating her new look. 

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2025-06-12 14:19