UPDATE: Evangeline Lilly has just revealed a shocking health update following a traumatic incident in Hawaii. The Ant-Man and the Wasp star shared on Instagram on January 2, 2025, that she has been diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury after fainting and falling face-first onto a boulder.
In a candid video posted on January 1, Lilly explained that brain scans indicated widespread impairment, stating, “Almost every area in my brain is functioning at a decreased capacity.” The 44-year-old actress expressed her concern about her health, remarking, “Verdict’s in… I do have brain damage from my (traumatic brain injury). Comforting to know my cognitive decline isn’t just peri-menopause, discomforting to know what an uphill battle it will be to try to reverse the deficiencies.”
Despite the dire news, Lilly is determined to understand the extent of her injury and is committed to recovery. “But now my job is to hit the bottom of that with the doctors and then embark on the hard work of fixing it,” she said, acknowledging the challenges ahead. The Hawaii incident marks a severe turning point, especially given Lilly’s long history of unexplained fainting spells, which she previously disclosed in a May 30 Substack essay.
In her essay, Lilly revealed that she has experienced “absent” and fainting spells since childhood. Initially evaluated for epilepsy, she was later diagnosed with hypoglycemia without formal testing. However, extensive blood work as an adult cast doubt on this diagnosis, as her glucose levels remained stable even after fasting and fainting episodes. “Hypoglycemia, it seemed, was being ruled out,” Lilly noted.
Adding a personal touch to her struggles, Lilly shared that her husband, Norman Kali, has observed her appearing lifeless during these episodes. Following her recent diagnosis, she decided to slow down and prioritize rest, a change that led to unexpected peace during the recent holiday season. “I think this was the calmest, most restful Christmas holiday I have had, maybe since I had children. So that’s a good thing,” she reflected.
Lilly expressed gratitude for her ability to continue living life and engaging with her fans, stating, “Feeling extraordinarily grateful and blessed to be able to play one more day, one more year on this beautiful living planet.”
Fans and followers are rallying around Lilly as she navigates this challenging time. As she embarks on her recovery journey, the community waits to see how this will affect her career and personal life.
For updates on her health and recovery, fans should stay tuned to her social media channels and official statements. This is a developing story, and further details are expected to emerge as Lilly engages with her medical team.
