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Nicole Eggert Undergoes Mastectomy and Reconstructive Surgery, Shares Post-Op Update

Details on whether the procedure was single- or double-breast remain undisclosed.

Overview

  • Eggert, 53, said she had a mastectomy last weekend followed by reconstruction on Thursday, announcing the news in an Instagram post on August 29.
  • She shared a mirror photo taken after the operation with the caption, “Had a mastectomy with reconstruction Thursday. How was your weekend?”
  • The Baywatch alum publicly disclosed her breast-cancer diagnosis in January 2024 after finding a painful lump during a self-exam, later described as stage 2 cribriform carcinoma.
  • She has previously blamed her earlier breast implants for the disease and has spoken about the strain of prolonged waiting between treatments.
  • Eggert has cited her work on the After Baywatch docuseries and the support of her two daughters as sources of focus and motivation during care.