Nicole Eggert's Brave Decision to Shave Her Head
It’s been over a month since Nicole Eggert, the beloved actress known for her role in Baywatch, made her breast cancer diagnosis public. In a deeply personal moment, she recently decided to shave her head in an emotional video that she shared with her fans. This wasn’t just a step in her treatment journey—it was a powerful act of defiance and self-acceptance.
In the Instagram video posted on March 14, Nicole can be seen with a broad smile on her face, taking the clippers to her hair herself. To add a touch of humor and strength, the classic Beastie Boys track “Fight For Your Right” plays in the background. Toward the end of the video, her daughter Keegan steps in to help her finish shaving her head, showcasing the family support she’s leaning on during this challenging time.
Accompanying the video, Nicole shared a poignant caption: “Maybe healing involves not so much changing ourselves but allowing ourselves to be who we are – Madeleine Eames.” It’s a reflection of her determination to embrace her true self, even as she battles cancer.
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Support from the Stars
The video quickly garnered an outpouring of love and support from both celebrities and fans alike. Among those who commented were Jennie Garth, Kaycee Stroh, and Erika Eleniak. Alyssa Milano, in particular, left a heartfelt message, saying, “Grace. You have the most grace. It’s inspiring and I appreciate you.” It’s clear that Nicole’s courage and grace in the face of adversity have touched many people.
Nicole was diagnosed with stage 2 cribriform carcinoma breast cancer back in December 2023. She first noticed something was wrong when she found a lump in her breast. “It really was throbbing and hurting,” she recounted in an interview with People in January. “I immediately went to my general practitioner, and she told me I had to get it checked out right away. Unfortunately, scheduling was a nightmare, and I had to wait until the end of November to finally get it done.”
The Emotional Journey
After receiving her diagnosis, Nicole openly admitted that this journey hasn’t been easy. “This journey’s been rough for me. This hasn’t been a breezy sale through life,” she shared. “I always read inspirational quotes and corny stuff, but it gets me through. It’s about staying positive and reminding myself that I’m not alone in this fight.”
To help Nicole manage the financial burden of her medical bills, a GoFundMe page was set up by one of her friends. The funds raised will ensure that Nicole can focus on her health without worrying about her family’s security. “Once she is on the road to recovery, she intends to start a nonprofit for single parents like herself, without families, who are going through this ordeal,” the fundraiser description explains.
As a single mother raising two daughters, Nicole faces unique challenges. “She still has a little one at home and she is terrified of not being able to afford the treatments and surgery necessary while also keeping a roof over their heads,” the description continues. Her commitment to her family and her resilience in the face of such a daunting diagnosis is nothing short of inspiring.
Previous Steps in Her Journey
Before shaving her head completely, Nicole shared a video on February 17 where she got a shorter haircut. She captioned the post, “Stay one step ahead of your fears and you will never be defeated #fkcancer #shorthairdontcare Thank u to @michelledavidhair for laughing along with me and giving me this cute new do when I was just going to shave it all off.” It’s a testament to her humor and determination to face this battle head-on.
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