British soap opera actress Lisa George, known for her role as Beth Tinker on Coronation Street, has undergone a significant transformation by shedding three stone in weight and undergoing an expensive eyelid operation. The operation, known as upper blepharoplasty, cost £8,000 and involved removing excess skin, muscle, and potentially fat from her upper eyelids, along with a brow lift.
After departing from the long-running soap opera in 2024 following a 13-year stint, the 55-year-old actress embarked on a journey to enhance her appearance. Lisa’s decision to undergo the surgeries was driven by her dissatisfaction with her previous look, which she described as making her feel “very down.”
In an interview with Closer magazine, Lisa revealed that her eyelid issue caused her distress as her top lid would cover her eye whenever she smiled or squinted, giving her a constant frowning appearance. She also shared her tendency to use excessive eyeshadow on the show to mask the creases on her eyelids.
Following the successful surgeries and weight loss, Lisa expressed contentment with her new appearance but disclosed her intention to undergo further cosmetic procedures. She expressed her desire to have a lower face lift, rejecting the idea of aging gracefully and embracing drastic measures to maintain her youthful look.
Apart from cosmetic enhancements, Lisa has also focused on weight management, prompted by a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis and hurtful comments about her weight. She adopted a low-FODMAP diet, a temporary dietary regimen targeting foods that are difficult to digest, to address her stomach issues and manage her weight effectively.
Lisa credited an endocrinologist for recommending the low-FODMAP diet, acknowledging its restrictive nature while highlighting its role in helping her identify foods causing adverse reactions in her body. By adhering to the diet plan, she experienced significant weight loss.
In a previous revelation to the Mirror, Lisa shared her struggles with her eyesight, culminating in a diagnosis of NAION (non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy) in 2022 after experiencing sight issues since 2016. Despite her challenges, she remains determined to preserve her eyesight for her acting career, expressing concerns about potential deterioration.
Lisa’s character, Beth, made her debut on Coronation Street in 2011 and faced various dramatic storylines before eventually exiting the show. The actress has been candid about her health battles and cosmetic procedures, showcasing her resilience and commitment to maintaining her well-being and career longevity.
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