Trinny Woodall has undergone neck surgery to address a painful issue that had returned after more than 10 years. The 62-year-old businesswoman posted an update on Instagram from her hospital gown on Thursday, stating she opted for private surgery to avoid waiting times.
Woodall explained that a problem with her C4-C5 disc, which required a replacement a decade ago and caused pain for about a year, began to trouble her again approximately six weeks prior. The issue resurfaced while she was in Australia promoting her Trinny London skincare and makeup brand, prompting her to seek a prompt resolution.
"I finally had a little procedure today to get it fixed," Woodall said, expressing gratitude for being able to identify and resolve the problem quickly. She confirmed the procedure was not performed on the NHS and took place at the London Spine Hospital on Harley Street. The same surgeon, Dr. Akmal, who operated on her 12 years ago, performed the surgery.
Woodall praised the surgeon for his thorough explanations, showing her MRI scans and detailing the cause of her pain. "I love somebody who takes the time to explain to you what's going on inside your body," she commented, adding that she anticipated returning home soon as she prefers not to stay in the hospital.
This health update follows recent news that Woodall and her former television partner, Susannah Constantine, might be involved in a reboot of their fashion makeover show, "What Not to Wear." The BBC program, which originally aired from 2001 to 2005, featured contestants receiving a £2,000 budget to revamp their wardrobes under the hosts' guidance.
Woodall indicated in October that discussions were ongoing about potentially reviving the show. She mentioned that while she and Constantine are both occupied with their current endeavors—Constantine with writing and Woodall as CEO of Trinny London—they had a meeting with producers who had familiarized a younger team with the original series. Woodall noted that the show's original "extreme" and honest approach to fashion critique was something younger audiences appreciated and that she is trying to be more open to new opportunities.
"What Not to Wear" was known for its direct criticism of participants' style and bodies, often leading to dramatic makeovers. After its run on the BBC, the duo moved to ITV with "Trinny & Susannah... Undress." Woodall launched her successful Trinny London brand in 2017, which has since grown into a multi-million-pound beauty business.