Ellie Simmonds, known for her appearances on Strictly Come Dancing, revealed to fans that she has been rushed to the hospital. The former British Paralympian swimmer, aged 29, shared a photo from her hospital bed on Saturday morning.
Christmas in the Hospital
In a post on social media, Ellie posted a picture of herself hooked up to a drip while lying in bed. She mentioned that she never expected to spend the days leading up to Christmas in the hospital, but did not provide specific details about her condition. Ellie expressed her gratitude to the nurses, doctors, and staff at Walsall Manor NHS Hospital for taking care of her.
Life Changes and Strictly Come Dancing
Ellie Simmonds participated in the popular dance competition show Strictly Come Dancing last year. Partnered with Nikita Kuzmin, she impressed under the spotlight and made it to week seven. In October, it was revealed that Ellie had quietly ended her relationship with her childhood sweetheart Matt Dean. The couple, who had been together for two years, decided to separate as friends during the summer. Despite these changes, Ellie has been able to transition into TV and media work with the support of her fans.
A Remarkable Career
Ellie Simmonds, who was born with Achondroplasia, a type of dwarfism, achieved great success as a swimmer. After 13 years of competing at an Olympic level and winning multiple gold medals, she announced her retirement from swimming in September 2021. Her participation on Strictly Come Dancing in September 2022 further elevated her public profile.
