Danniella Westbrook reveals she will undergo TWO MORE reconstructive operations in Turkey in a bid to fix her face – after years of cocaine addiction

Danniella Westbrook has revealed that she will undergo two more reconstructive operations in Turkey in the coming months in a bid to fix her face.

The former EastEnders actress, 49, needs several more operations to correct her ‘collapsing’ face due to a previous cocaine addiction and osteoporosis. 

Her latest bout of cosmetic surgery will take place abroad ahead of her acting comeback, with the second to happen after Christmas

Plans: Danniella Westbrook has revealed that she will undergo two more reconstructive operations in Turkey in the coming months in a bid to fix her face

Plans: Danniella Westbrook has revealed that she will undergo two more reconstructive operations in Turkey in the coming months in a bid to fix her face 

Danniella told The Sun: ‘I go away next week to Turkey to have another face operation and then another one after Christmas.’

She previously underwent a rib insertion procedure in 2018, after osteoporosis rotted away her cheekbones and gums and, after spending the last year getting lip filler and Botox, in addition to surgery on her face, she is hoping to get back to her best.

In April Danniella stepped out with a bandage over her nose after another procedure. 

Damage: The former EastEnders actress, 49, needs several more operations to correct her 'collapsing' face due to a previous cocaine addiction and osteoporosis

Damage: The former EastEnders actress, 49, needs several more operations to correct her ‘collapsing’ face due to a previous cocaine addiction and osteoporosis

The actress’ battle with drugs has been well-publicised, and she famously had her nose reconstructed after her septum collapsed from excessive cocaine use in 2002.

At the height of her use it was reported she would take up to five grams of cocaine a day, blowing close to £250,000 on the drug.

The star has since embarked on multiple rehab stints in order to battle her demons – and revealed she was finally clean in June last year, after attending a clinic in Mijas, Spain.  

Help: Her latest bout of cosmetic surgery will take place abroad ahead of her acting comeback, with the second to happen after Christmas

Help: Her latest bout of cosmetic surgery will take place abroad ahead of her acting comeback, with the second to happen after Christmas

Danniella first appeared in EastEnders in 1990 at the age of 16 and acted on the soap for three years. 

She returned in 1996 but her time was cut short when her off-screen behaviour got her sacked.

She returned again shortly after, but was axed again in 2000 after further disruptive behaviour, admitting she blew £100k on cocaine at the time.

The part was recast between 2002 and 2005, and played by Kim Medcalf, but Danniella returned to the role once more in 2009 until 2010.

Tough: The actress' battle with drugs has been well-publicised (pictured in 2009)

Now: She is pictured earlier this year

Tough: The actress’ battle with drugs has been well-publicised, and she famously had her nose reconstructed after her septum collapsed from excessive cocaine use in 2002 (pictured left in 2009 and right this year)

She was back once more in 2016 for the storyline surrounding on-screen mother Peggy Mitchell’s death, which is to date her final appearance.

Danniella’s new adult pantomime Sinderfella is due to run from Friday December 9 until Thursday December 22 and features party anthems Never Going To Give You Up, It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Dancing Queen, Like A Virgin, and Time Of My Life.

Sinderfella is played by London drag artiste Luna Cortez. 

It is described as having ‘an utterly filthy laugh-a-minute script and a whole load of audience participation’ and ‘the perfect way to kick start your Christmas with a bang!’

Actress: Danniella first appeared in EastEnders in 1990 at the age of 16 and has had several stints on the soap over the years (pictured 2009)

Actress: Danniella first appeared in EastEnders in 1990 at the age of 16 and has had several stints on the soap over the years (pictured 2009)

Simon Gross, who plays Jordan the Ugly Sister, said: ‘Sinderfella takes all the ingredients of the pantomimes we grew up with and know and love but takes the double entendre to the next level! 

‘All the bits that were knowingly laughed at by your Dad are exposed in all their glory in a fairy tale romp. 

‘This year we’re really looking forward to pushing the boundaries to bring you the most memorable and hilarious night out on the heart of the West End.’

Playful: Danniella's new adult pantomime Sinderfella is due to run from Friday December 9 until Thursday December 22

Playful: Danniella’s new adult pantomime Sinderfella is due to run from Friday December 9 until Thursday December 22

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