Linda Evangelista, the iconic supermodel of the 1990s, recently shared in an exclusive interview that she bravely overcame breast cancer not once, but twice within a span of five years. In a heartfelt discussion with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Evangelista opened up about her diagnoses and the various health challenges she encountered.
The 58-year-old model revealed that she received her first breast cancer diagnosis in 2018 after her annual mammogram. It was the first time she had publicly discussed her battle with cancer. Evangelista made the bold decision to undergo a bilateral mastectomy, believing that she was now safe from the clutches of breast cancer.
However, her optimism was short-lived. In 2022, Evangelista discovered that the cancer had returned, this time in her pectoral muscle. Determined to fight, she emphatically instructed her surgeon to spare no effort in removing the cancer, even if it meant leaving a visible scar. Her resolve was clear – she was not going to let this disease take her life.
Following a second surgery, Evangelista’s post-cancer care oncologist provided her with a positive prognosis. However, she also learned about her “horrible oncotype score,” which represents the risk of cancer recurrence. While uncertainty looms, Evangelista has embraced each day as a precious gift.
In addition to her battle with breast cancer, Evangelista has faced other health issues in recent years. Two years ago, she revealed on Instagram that a “fat-freezing” procedure called CoolSculpting had left her permanently deformed and brutally disfigured. She developed paradoxical adipose hyperplasia, which caused firm tissue masses to form in the treated areas. This condition led her to experience depression and isolation, as she no longer recognized herself.
In response, Evangelista filed a lawsuit against Zeltiq Aesthetics, the company behind CoolSculpting, seeking $50 million in damages. In July 2022, she settled with the company for an undisclosed amount. Despite these challenges, Evangelista has maintained her presence in the fashion industry. In 2022, she graced the cover of British Vogue and will soon appear in an Apple TV+ documentary called “The Super Models,” reuniting with fellow 90s supermodels such as Christy Turlington, Naomi Campbell, and Cindy Crawford. This documentary follows their iconic collaboration in George Michael’s “Freedom! ’90” music video.
Linda Evangelista’s resilience and strength shine through as she continues to inspire others with her resilience, creativity, and unwavering spirit.
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