Katie Price turned heads on Saturday night as she attended TOWIE star Yazmin Oukhellou’s store launch in Hertfordshire.
The 47-year-old looked noticeably frail and unsteady on her feet, prompting friends to lend her a hand as she navigated the steps before moving on to the next part of her evening.
She wore brown lace leggings that revealed her underwear beneath, paired with a leather racing jacket and strappy sandals.
Oversized designer sunglasses completed the look as she mingled with friends for about 20 minutes.
Friends Help Katie Through the Night
Sources told Daily Mail that Katie needed a little support to manage the venue’s steps, highlighting concerns over her health.
Despite her short stay, she seemed in good spirits as she enjoyed the launch with her close companions, though her fragile appearance could not be ignored.
Katie’s Health Wake-Up Call
In addition to her weight loss, Katie has recently vowed to quit vaping after a serious health scare.
On her podcast, she revealed that an X-ray showing lung damage had prompted her to make a firm decision to give up the habit.
“Vaping has officially been linked to rare and irreversible lung disease,” she told listeners.
Katie described seeing the X-ray as shocking, admitting: “It’s so bad, the vaping.
It’s so bad for people.” The revelation has intensified her determination to improve her health.
Family History Shapes Her Decision
Katie’s commitment to quitting is also influenced by her family’s medical history.
Her mother, Amy, 73, has been battling terminal Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) and underwent a lung transplant in 2022.
Seeing her mother’s struggles first-hand has made Katie more aware of her own vulnerability.
She explained, “I had a word with mum and Paul and said my new year’s resolution is to give up vapes.
I’m lucky I’ve had my lungs checked so there’s no damage to my lungs.”
Ongoing Concerns About Addiction
Those close to Katie have expressed continued worry about her addiction.
Despite her mother’s health issues and previous warnings, Katie has struggled to quit, having been spotted vaping on a train last year and during her live tour with Kerry Katona.
A source told The Mirror: “Katie needs to stop for health reasons and, obviously, her family members have been very worried.
But she’s so stressed and it’s simply her way of releasing that stress.
It’s also very addictive and, as we know, Katie’s got a very addictive personality.”
Support from Loved Ones
Katie’s boyfriend of nearly two years, former Married At First Sight star JJ Slater, is reportedly concerned about her vaping but feels powerless to intervene.
Family and friends are hopeful, however, that Katie’s newfound awareness and health scare will finally lead to lasting changes.
Looking Ahead
Between her public struggles with weight, health, and addiction, Katie Price remains under the spotlight.
Her vow to quit vaping marks a personal turning point, showing her determination to take her health seriously while navigating the pressures of fame and family responsibility.
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