The 71-year-old supermodel and former America’s Next Top Model judge appeared in good spirits during a casual outing, dressed comfortably in slippers and relaxed clothing, though her face looked fuller than usual. The sighting comes as she pursues a $900,000 personal injury lawsuit against ITV, claiming a fall while filming I’m A Celebrity… South Africa in 2022 left her with lasting facial changes.
Dickinson previously exited the South African edition of the show after suffering head and facial injuries when she tripped in the jungle camp while trying to find the bathroom during the night. Earlier this year, she shared graphic images of the incident and said the fall had “permanently altered” her appearance.
According to reports, producers have disputed her claims, suggesting the accident may have been avoidable. They argue contestants were advised to use the bathroom before going to bed and that the camp layout, lighting, and pathways were clearly established. They also claim Dickinson attempted to step over a fixed bench instead of walking around it.
Sources close to Dickinson allege she suffered permanent scarring across multiple areas of her face, including her lips, cheeks, chin, and lower jaw. Legal documents also state she had been given sleep medication by a show medic, which may have caused drowsiness and impaired balance, potentially contributing to the fall. Doctors reportedly believe the injuries caused lasting scarring, deformity, and nerve damage that cannot be fully corrected.
Insiders claim the injuries have affected her modeling career, noting she has long been associated with major fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, and Gianni Versace. Dickinson is seeking compensation, arguing that the combination of medication and poor lighting led to the accident.
ITV has responded by saying it maintains strict safety protocols and disputes her version of events, while adding that the production covered her medical expenses, arranged her return to Los Angeles, and remained in contact afterward.
Despite the legal dispute, Dickinson has said she still enjoys the show and would consider returning if invited. However, she was reportedly upset after later watching footage of fellow contestants joking about her exit, including comments made after she was stretchered out following the fall.
Dickinson has described the incident as a frightening experience, saying she tripped in the darkness, landed face-first, and suffered deep cuts with significant bleeding. She recalled intense head pain and dirt embedded in her wounds, calling it a sudden accident that happened in seconds but left lasting consequences.
