Kimberly Williams-Paisley Regains Voice After Two-Year Struggle and Groundbreaking Surgery

The actress underwent an innovative procedure to address partial vocal cord paralysis, reclaiming her voice and returning to her career.

Kimberly Williams-Paisley lost her voice in November 2022 due to partial paralysis of her left vocal cord, leaving her unable to speak above a whisper for nearly two years.
Doctors at the Vanderbilt Voice Center initially diagnosed her with muscle tension dysphonia, a condition where tight neck muscles strained her vocal cords, masking the underlying issue.
After extensive physical therapy, dietary changes, and stress management efforts, her vocal cords were re-examined, revealing the partial paralysis likely caused by a virus.
In August 2024, she underwent a three-hour medialization laryngoplasty while awake, where a silicone implant was customized to restore her vocal cord alignment and natural voice.
Now recovered, Williams-Paisley has resumed her career, hosting the upcoming season of 'Farmer Wants a Wife,' and reflects on her journey with newfound confidence and appreciation for her voice.