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Nicole Eggert Undergoes Mastectomy With Reconstruction

She shared the update after a complete response to chemotherapy, with recent follow-up scans reported clear.

Overview

  • Eggert, 53, announced the surgery in an Aug. 28 Instagram post, sharing a mirror selfie and noting she had reconstruction.
  • She was diagnosed in December 2023 with stage 2 cribriform carcinoma, a rare subtype typically described as slow-growing.
  • In July 2024, she reported a “full complete response” to chemotherapy, which cleared the way for surgical planning.
  • Earlier this month, she described severe scan anxiety before saying her latest results were clear and expressing gratitude.
  • Former Baywatch co-stars and fans posted messages of support as she documents recovery and emphasizes survivorship.