Overview

• Winkleman underwent eye surgery on June 20, 2025, sharing a candid hospital bed image with her Instagram followers.
• In her caption she praised Dr Julian Stevens, noting he had operated on her eyes previously and expressing gratitude for his care.
• The presenter revealed she must sleep in protective goggles and skip her trademark heavy eyeliner for several weeks.
• Fans and colleagues, including Gogglebox star Izzi Warner and Drag Race UK’s Baga Chipz, flooded her post with get-well messages.
• Just days before the operation, Winkleman was appointed an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to broadcasting.