In an incredibly moving and candid health update, former EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison has revealed the devastating details of suffering a major stroke, sharing her miraculous journey of recovery with her devoted fans.
The beloved actress, best known for playing the unforgettable Heather Trott in the BBC One soap, was rushed to hospital earlier this year after the medical emergency struck without warning at her home in Blackpool.
"I had a stroke on the right hand side of my brain which affected the left hand side of my body," Cheryl disclosed in an emotional video message posted from her seaside residence. "I couldn't move my arm, my leg, I had no feeling. I was in hospital for quite a few weeks."
The Long Road to Recovery
With characteristic determination, the 58-year-old actress has been undergoing intensive rehabilitation, celebrating each small victory along the way. Her progress has been nothing short of remarkable.
"I'm getting there slowly but surely," she shared with a beaming smile. "I'm doing my physio, I'm doing everything I'm told to do because I want to get better."
Cheryl's update showed her visibly improved mobility, proudly demonstrating how she can now raise her affected arm – a milestone that brought her to tears of joy during her hospital stay.
A Message of Hope and Gratitude
The actress took time to express her profound gratitude to the NHS staff whose care she described as "absolutely amazing," and to her husband Yassine Al-Jermoni, who has been her rock throughout the ordeal.
Her powerful message resonated with thousands of fans and fellow stroke survivors, offering hope to those facing similar challenges. "I just want to say to anybody else who's had a stroke, or any other life-changing event, don't give up," she urged. "Keep going, keep doing what you're doing."
Cheryl Fergison's bravery in sharing her story continues to inspire, proving that even in our most vulnerable moments, there is strength to be found and hope to be shared.
