Janice Dickinson'S High-Stakes Drama: The Fall That Scarred Her

Reality TV Mishap: Janice Dickinson's Alleged Injury

In a story straight out of a Malibu-style drama, Janice Dickinson, the iconic supermodel and former judge on America's Next Top Model, has found herself in the headlines once more. At the heart of the buzz is her claim that a fall during the shooting of 'I'm a Celebrity... South Africa' left her with permanent facial scars. The incident is said to have occurred in 2023, and Dickinson is now sharing her ordeal with the world.

Documenting the Damage

The 70-year-old disclosed haunting images to The Sun, showcasing severe injuries accompanied by what she describes as "nerve damage that impacts her speech, eating, and drinking." In one particularly telling shot, Dickinson is seen on what appears to be a hospital bed, IV in tow, with visible gashes marking her face. "I thought, 'Geez, I’ll never work again," she revealed, reflecting the anxiety of a seasoned model facing such trauma.

“Certainly too damaged to go back on the show," she added. "I had blood, bruises up and down my face and there were gaping wounds. It really knocked my confidence,” Dickinson shared.

The Legal Battle Unfolds

Following the fall, Dickinson reportedly exited the show, landing a spot in 10th place. Fast forward to September, and she has filed a hefty lawsuit against ITV Studios, seeking £700,000 for medical bills she claims went unpaid. ITV, for their part, maintains that they adhered to stringent safety protocols and took care of her medical needs, even flying her back to L.A.

"Janice Dickinson's letter of claim has been received and reviewed," an ITV spokesperson told Entertainment Weekly. "We don’t recognize this version of events, but we looked after Janice at the time."

Janice's Journey in the Spotlight

A prominent figure in the fashion world since the 1970s, Dickinson rose through the ranks to become known as the "world’s first supermodel." She later made a splash on reality TV, not only as a fierce panelist on 'America's Next Top Model' but also with her own show, 'The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency.' As this current chapter unfolds, fans and followers are watching closely, captivated by her resilience and tenacity amidst the Hollywood glare.