Daisy Ridley’s Health Struggles
Daisy Ridley, known for her role as Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, recently revealed her ongoing health issues stemming from a chest injury during the filming of her latest project, “Young Woman and the Sea.”
The Role of Gertrude Ederle
In the biographical drama, Daisy portrays Gertrude Ederle, the first woman to swim across the English Channel in 1926 after winning a gold medal at the 1924 Olympic Games. The role required extensive time in the water, leading to health complications for the actress.
Health Challenges
- Daisy developed osteomas, benign tumors in her ear drum, a common condition among swimmers and divers.
- She also sustained a chest injury during a scene where she was pulled from the water, which she has yet to fully recover from.
Despite the challenges, Daisy expressed that the experience was worth it, drawing parallels to Halle Bailey’s underwater filming for “The Little Mermaid.”
Career Impact on Health
In addition to her physical health struggles, Daisy opened up about the toll her career success took on her mental well-being, particularly after gaining fame through Star Wars. She experienced anxiety and stress, leading to physical manifestations like a “leaky gut” during press tours and public appearances.
Initially feeling overwhelmed and questioning her abilities, Daisy eventually accepted her role in the franchise, realizing she was chosen for a reason.
Future Projects
Looking ahead, Daisy is set to reprise her role as Rey in an upcoming Star Wars movie penned by Steven Knight, known for creating Peaky Blinders.
