Benidorm legend ‘Sticky Vicky’ has been rushed to hospital after suffering a horror fall

By Samantha Allen

Published: July 8, 2022 | 4:25 PM GMT

Legendary “Sticky Vicky” of Benidorm was rushed to the hospital following a horrific fall.

The retired dancer, whose true name is Victoria Aragues Gadea, claims that she smashed her knees into a vehicle.

The 79-year-old grandma is well-known for her X-rated magic performances in the famous Spanish resort with British tourists.

Before being released from the hospital after five days, she had staples placed in her knees.

But one of her legs became infected, so she had to return for treatment.

Vicky said: ‘Hello everyone. First of all, to know that I’m fine, last week I had an accident before I got into the car and I fell to the ground.

‘I spent five days in the hospital. After being discharged and returning home, we are here again today, since it hurts a lot and you have to see if I have an infection.

‘I hope not and we can go home today. We will report the evolution. Take care.’

Get well messages flooded in from fans around the world. Claire Tucker said: ‘Nasty injury Please take care and get well soon.’

Denise Gunshorn added: ‘Oh my God, that was some fall. I hope you get better soon.’

Dina Toll said: ‘Get well soon and have a speedy recovery.’

Vicky, a native of Tenerife, spent 35 years doing X-rated performances for millions of tourists.

Since she launched her show in the middle of the 1970s, an estimated six million people have watched it.

Additionally, she once celebrated the third season of Johnny Vegas’ comedy series Benidorm on ITV by formally launching Mel’s Mobility Shop before it caught fire.

At the age of 72, Vicky ultimately resigned, and Maria Gadea Aragues has since taken over.

In 2016, the mother-of-two, who also has two grandkids, announced her retirement from adult magic on her Facebook page.

‘Just to let everyone know that the Legend Sticky Vicky Leyton and her real daughter Demaria Leyton have both retired from sexy magic shows.

‘Vicky has retired to spend more time with her family and her daughter has other projects that have nothing to do with her shows.’

After originally intending to continue with the adult shows, Demaria, her daughter who appeared with her, changed her mind and opted to concentrate on other projects.

She was reportedly said to be such a “must-see” by a Benidorm travel book that skipping her show would be like to purchasing fish without fries or turning on the TV to watch Ant without Dec.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.