In a heartbreaking turn of events, former fitness model Loni Willison has been photographed living on the streets of Beverly Hills, a far cry from her glamorous past. The 39-year-old, who was once married to Baywatch star Jeremy Jackson, was seen pushing a shopping cart filled with her belongings near upscale Rodeo Drive.
A Dramatic Fall from Fame
Willison, who graced magazine covers and worked as a personal trainer during her heyday, now appears to be struggling with mental health issues and addiction. Eyewitnesses report seeing her talking to herself and displaying erratic behaviour in the affluent neighbourhood where she once socialised with celebrities.
Troubled Marriage and Personal Struggles
The Australian-born model's life took a downward spiral following her tumultuous marriage to Jackson, which ended in 2014. Friends claim the divorce and subsequent personal battles left Willison vulnerable to substance abuse and mental health challenges.
"It's absolutely tragic to see someone who had so much potential reduced to this," a former colleague told reporters. "Loni was vibrant, ambitious and full of life. This isn't the future anyone would have predicted for her."
Failed Attempts at Recovery
Sources close to Willison reveal there have been multiple interventions and rehabilitation attempts over the years, but none have resulted in lasting recovery. The former model has reportedly been in and out of shelters and temporary housing since 2017.
Mental health experts emphasise that Willison's case highlights the devastating intersection of addiction, mental illness and the lack of adequate support systems, even in wealthy communities like Beverly Hills.
