Evangeline Lilly disclosed on Instagram that she sustained brain damage following a traumatic injury in Hawaii last year. The actress, known for roles in Lost, The Hobbit, and Ant-Man, fainted face-first into a rock on a beach in May, severely cutting her face and suffering a concussion. Additional medical testing later confirmed the traumatic brain injury. “Verdict’s in…I do have brain damage from my tbi,” Lilly wrote on Instagram. “Comforting to know my cognitive decline isn’t just peri-menopause, discomforting to know what an uphill battle it will be to try to reverse the deficiencies. Thank you all for always asking, for always caring, and for your continued prayers.” Lilly reported she has been resting and allowing her body time to heal from the incident. (Story URL)
Evangeline Lilly Reveals Brain Damage From Hawaii Beach Accident
Jan 4, 2026 | 7:01 PM