Evangeline Lilly Reveals Brain Injury Following Fall
Evangeline Lilly recently revealed that she is dealing with brain injury following a serious fall at a beach in Hawaii last year. The actress, known for her roles in “Ant-Man and the Wasp” and “Lost,” shared a candid video update on social media where she discussed the impact of her concussion.
Evangeline Lilly’s Brain Injury Update
In her Instagram video posted at the start of the year, Lilly provided details about her condition. She disclosed that nearly all areas of her brain are functioning at a reduced capacity since sustaining a traumatic injury. Lilly described the situation as a significant concern, particularly as she noted, “I smashed my face open.”
Details of the Incident
- Incident Date: Last year
- Location: Beach in Hawaii
- Nature of the Accident: Fainted and fell face-first into a boulder
Current Health Status
Since her accident, Lilly has undergone brain scans. The results confirmed brain damage linked to her traumatic brain injury as well as other potential underlying issues. While she expressed some relief in knowing her cognitive decline isn’t merely due to natural age-related changes, she acknowledged the daunting challenge ahead.
Future Plans and Support
Lilly emphasized her commitment to working with doctors to address her health challenges. “My job is to get to the bottom of that with the doctors,” she stated. However, she also mentioned the difficulty of the work that lies ahead, expressing her gratitude for each day she can continue to live and work.
Among her supporters was Michelle Pfeiffer, her co-star from “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.” Pfeiffer praised Lilly in the comments, calling her a “warrior” and expressing confidence in her resilience.
Other celebrities, including David Dastmalchian and Alyssa Milano, also shared their well-wishes on social media, reflecting the support she has from her peers during this challenging time.
Background Information
In addition to her role as superhero Hope van Dyne, Lilly is recognized for her portrayal of Kate Austen in “Lost” and as Tauriel in “The Hobbit” series. In 2024, she announced an indefinite hiatus from acting, citing personal and health reasons.
Fans and colleagues continue to rally around her as she navigates her recovery journey.
