Christie Brinkley Undergoes Skin Cancer Surgery at 70

The supermodel was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma during a routine check-up for her daughter, emphasizing the importance of sun protection and regular skin checks.

Christie Brinkley, at age 70, recently underwent surgery to remove basal cell carcinoma, a common form of skin cancer, from her face.
The diagnosis came unexpectedly during a routine check-up for one of her daughters, when Brinkley asked the dermatologist to examine a small dot on her face.
Brinkley shared her experience on Instagram, posting graphic photos of the procedure and emphasizing the importance of sun protection and regular skin check-ups.
Basal cell carcinoma is highly treatable, especially when caught early, and Brinkley's case was detected and treated promptly.
Brinkley thanked her medical team and urged her followers to be diligent with sun protection and to schedule regular check-ups.