We often scroll past glossy Instagram posts of celebrities and models, admiring their seemingly perfect lives.

But behind those curated feeds are real people dealing with real struggles—and Thylane Blondeau is one of them.

Known as the “most beautiful girl in the world” when she was just six, the French model recently opened up about a health battle that went on for years before doctors finally took her pain seriously.

A Modeling Career That Began Before Kindergarten

Thylane’s story in fashion started young—like, really young.

At just three years old, she was spotted by an agent for legendary designer Jean Paul Gaultier while out in Paris and quickly found herself on the runway.

By age four, she was walking for Gaultier, and by ten, she became the youngest model ever to pose for Vogue Paris.

She’s since worked with top fashion houses like Dolce & Gabbana, Miu Miu, Versace, L’Oréal Paris, Hugo Boss, and Ralph Lauren.

With striking blue eyes and flowing blonde hair, she became an icon in the modeling world.

But as the years passed, her look evolved—today, her hair is a rich brunette, and she embraces a more mature, grounded version of herself.

The Health Scare That Changed Everything

In 2021, Thylane shocked fans by sharing a deeply personal health update.

On Instagram, she revealed that she had undergone multiple surgeries after dealing with complications from ovarian cysts.

Her first operation happened in 2020 after a cyst ruptured inside her stomach—an emergency that landed her in the hospital.

Although she recovered from that incident, the pain returned just a few months later.

Despite her complaints, several doctors and radiologists in Paris dismissed her symptoms, saying there was nothing physically wrong with her.

Fighting to Be Heard

Thylane detailed how frustrating it was to be told her pain was “in her head.”

She saw multiple gynecologists and visited various radiology centers, all of which found nothing concerning.

But the pain persisted, and it reached a point where she had to go to the emergency room because she could no longer bear it.

There, she was told once again that everything seemed normal—except for a small cyst that didn’t require immediate treatment.

The turning point came when she met a new doctor who quickly identified a 5.6 cm cyst that was pressing against her ovary.

He ordered an MRI immediately, and just one hour later, Thylane received a call urging her to return to the hospital for emergency surgery.

Healing and Lessons Learned

Thankfully, the surgery was successful, and Thylane says she’s finally feeling better—and free.

Reflecting on her journey, she encouraged others not to ignore persistent pain.

Her message was clear: don’t stop searching for answers until you find a doctor who truly listens.

“Any pain, even the little ones, can hide something way more important,” she wrote.

She thanked the doctor who “literally saved [her] life,” her mother for traveling to be by her side, and her boyfriend Ben Attal for supporting her through a year of belly pain.

Understanding Ovarian Cysts

Ovarian cysts are more common than many people realize—about 1 in 10 women will have one in their lifetime.

Most cysts are harmless and resolve on their own without treatment.

However, when they rupture, grow large, or block blood supply to the ovary, they can cause serious symptoms.

These symptoms may include:

Sudden or chronic pelvic pain
Pain during sex
Bloating
Difficulty urinating or emptying bowels
Irregular or heavy periods
Trouble conceiving

In some cases, like Thylane’s, surgery is necessary—especially if the cyst is large, causing symptoms, or shows signs of being cancerous.

While most cysts aren’t cancerous, the risk increases for women who have gone through menopause.

Still Just a Human Being

Despite her fame and success in modeling, Thylane has always tried to stay grounded.

In a 2018 interview with The Telegraph, she shared how strange it felt to be known as the “most beautiful girl in the world” from such a young age.

“Even today, people say that, and I’m like, ‘No, I’m just a human being, a teenager.’”

What’s Next?

Now 24, Thylane continues to model while using her platform to share more than just fashion photos.

Her openness about her health journey is a reminder that even the most glamorous lives can hide real pain—and that speaking up and advocating for yourself can truly be life-saving.