May 18th 2024.
Lisa George has shared some harrowing news about her health, revealing that she may lose her sight. The 53-year-old Coronation Street star, who has played Beth Sutherland on the popular ITV soap for over a decade, opened up about her recent struggles and how they may impact her acting career.
Lisa's vision problems began in 2016 when she lost part of her sight in her right eye after a gardening accident. Unfortunately, her troubles did not end there. In 2022, while driving home from celebrating a former co-star's birthday, her left eye suddenly went "really weird." After a scary trip to the hospital, she was diagnosed with a condition called NAION, which causes sudden vision loss in one eye.
In an interview with MailOnline, Lisa shared her frightening experience, saying, "I couldn't tell whether the lorries in front of me were merging into one, it was very frightening." She spent a week in the hospital, which she describes as one of the worst experiences of her life. After being sent home with painkillers, a specialist later gave her the devastating diagnosis that her peripheral vision in her left eye was gone and would never fully return.
Lisa described her condition as an "in-between of a heart attack and a stroke" and explained that only 11% of people in the UK have it. Despite the shocking news, she remains positive and determined to continue living her life to the fullest. She said, "When it first happened I was so petrified but I can't worry about what could or couldn't happen, it's no way to live. I've just got to get on with it."
The actress also revealed how supportive her colleagues at Coronation Street have been, with the show's bosses being "brilliant" and "really helpful" in accommodating her disability on set. Lisa's character Beth has been a beloved part of the show since 2011 and has been involved in some memorable storylines, including her relationship with Kirk Sutherland.
Despite her struggles, Lisa is feeling the best she's felt in ages after undergoing a diet overhaul and seeing a nutritionist to maintain her overall health. She also opened up about her worries, including not being able to see in the dark like the actors on stage during a recent production of Romeo & Juliet. Lisa, who also suffers from diabetes, said, "It really hit me. I do worry about things like that."
In conclusion, Lisa shared her inspiring attitude towards her condition, saying, "I've accepted what has happened. I've got my glasses and have my varifocal glasses for driving now too." If you have a story to share, whether it's about a celebrity or not, don't hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency. They would love to hear from you.
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