EastEnders' Cheryl Fergison suffers debilitating stroke after financial fraud

Cheryl Fergison, best known for her role as Heather Trott on EastEnders, suffered a life-changing stroke in May that severely affected her mobility and coordination, leaving her reliant on a walking stick and requiring her to retrain her brain. She described the experience as one of the lowest points in her life, recalling initial symptoms like a severe headache, loss of balance, and numbness on her right side that led to an ambulance being called by her son. The stroke left her unable to walk initially and frustrated by the loss of physical abilities, but she has made significant progress in her recovery. Cheryl also opened up about her previous health challenges, including surgery for womb cancer in 2015, and emphasized the importance of listening to one’s body for early diagnosis. Despite the difficulties, she remains hopeful and grateful for her progress, sharing these personal struggles ahead of the release of her memoir, "Behind The Scenes." Her story highlights the physical and emotional challenges of stroke recovery and the critical role of family support.