Evangeline Lilly says she has brain damage after hitting her head on rock
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Key Points:
- Evangeline Lilly revealed she has brain damage from a traumatic brain injury sustained after fainting and hitting her head on a rock at the beach.
- Brain scans showed that nearly every area of her brain is functioning at a decreased capacity, prompting her to work with doctors to address the damage.
- Despite the challenges, Lilly expressed gratitude for a restful holiday season and a renewed perspective on slowing down.
- The actress received supportive messages from co-stars Michelle Pfeiffer and Rebecca Mader, highlighting the solidarity within her professional community.
- Lilly had previously disclosed her history of fainting spells and shared details of the incident in a May blog post.
