Gavin & Stacey star Erin Richards has bravely opened up about the life-threatening medical emergency that saw her rushed to hospital for emergency brain surgery. The Welsh actress, best known for playing Stacey's best friend Delphine in the beloved BBC sitcom, revealed the terrifying ordeal occurred completely without warning.
A Sudden and Terrifying Health Crisis
The 37-year-old actress described experiencing a sudden brain haemorrhage that left her fighting for her life. "It came out of nowhere," Richards shared, emphasising how quickly her health deteriorated. The medical emergency required immediate surgical intervention to save her life.
Richards, who also appeared in the hit Netflix series The Crown, underwent emergency surgery to address the bleeding in her brain. The procedure was successful, but marked the beginning of a long and challenging recovery journey.
The Long Road to Recovery
Following the surgery, Richards faced months of rehabilitation and recovery. "The road back has been incredibly difficult," the actress confessed, highlighting the physical and emotional toll the experience has taken.
Her recovery involved extensive therapy and medical care, with Richards expressing gratitude for the NHS staff who treated her. "The medical team were absolutely incredible - I owe them my life," she emotionally shared.
A New Perspective on Life
The near-death experience has given Richards a completely new outlook on life and career. "When you face something like this, it changes everything," she explained. "Your priorities shift dramatically."
The actress, who was born in Ogmore Vale, Wales, has used the experience to reassess what truly matters. Despite the trauma, Richards remains positive about her future both personally and professionally.
Fans of the actress have flooded social media with support since she went public with her health battle, praising her courage in sharing such a personal and frightening experience.
