Melanie Sykes proudly displays her shaved head in a striking new modeling session, marking her first since publicly revealing her battle with alopecia. The 55-year-old TV host chopped off her hair earlier this summer as the condition progressed. Making her debut on Instagram in June, she expressed gratitude for being able to find humor in the situation.

Recently, Sykes took to the streets of Manchester to feature in a sunglasses campaign. In the Northern Quarter, she confidently posed, showcasing her shaved head while wearing Cubitts sunglasses and a black leather jacket. Additional shots captured her in a white suit and green shirt, exuding a mix of happiness and a more serious demeanor with sunglasses in hand.

Speaking candidly about her health struggles, Melanie shared about her autoimmune condition causing hair loss and inflammation. She had to halt a meditation training course due to her deteriorating health. The alopecia condition she faces, alopecia areata, is an autoimmune disorder causing sudden hair loss and often linked to stress and genetics.

In a previous revelation, Sykes detailed how stress from past controversies led to health issues, including an irregular heartbeat and hair loss. Despite challenges, she remains resilient and focused on healing. The star urges awareness and support for those facing similar struggles.

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