Gail Porter gets 'first ever wig' since alopecia diagnosis 19 years ago as she shows off long blonde locks
25.01.2024 - 13:08
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
Gail Porter has shown off her first ever wig as she experienced long hair for the first time in 19 years.
The Scots TV star took to social media to flaunt her new look after she got a new blonde wig fitted - her first one since she was diagnosed with alopecia in 2005.
Posting a series of snaps of herself with long blonde hair in soft waves, Gail smiled for the camera and shook her head around, swooshing her new locks.
Alongside the post, she penned: "First wig ever! Well, one that’s coming home with me and the cat! Thank you so much Amber Jean shop for making me a wig with so much love and care."
And many fans flocked to the comments to say Gail looked beautiful - with and without her wig.
One said: "… Gorgeous with. Gorgeous without. You always have been a gifted beauty. Cannot wait to see you."
Another wrote: "Look great with or without."
One commented: "Looks amazing. Gorgeous with, and without."
While one said: "Sod the wig....look at THAT SMILE! You're bloody gorgeous. And you're a wonderful person. Love you Gail."
Gail was diagnosed with alopecia in the noughties, which she says resulted in people not wanting to work with her as she didn't look 'the same'.
Prior to this the 51-year-old had a successful career, and she hosted TV shows including Top of the Pops, Children in Need, Fully Booked and Dead Famous. Then in 2005, she got the diagnosis.
She previously refused to wear a wig as she said they were itchy and uncomfortable and as she wasn't getting booked for any work, Gail was then left penniless, meaning she lost her home.
This left her with no choice but to sofa surf between pal's houses and sleep on park benches.
Speaking on Good Morning Britain previously to raise awareness on homelessness, Gail opened up about this