Sophie Lee: Last News

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Sophie Lee, 28, has been on a journey of soul-searching and learning to rebuild as an “even better, more resilient and stronger version” of herself after her chest and face caught fire during a terrifying freak accident on stage.The traumatising experience caused permanent changes to her physical appearance and had a profound impact on her entire outlook on life. It has taken nearly three decades for Sophie – who is now a motivational speaker and has released a book curated by fellow burns survivor Katie Piper – to feel comfortable in her skin as she tells us exclusively about hitting rock bottom and the healing powers of resilience... “Dancing across the stage to the sounds of Camila Cabello, I took a swig of paraffin, then got set for my fire breathing finale.

A female jogger has spoken about her experience of being chased in the street and verbally abused by men shouting "I would".