Actor Ruth Codd, known for her roles in Netflix series like The Fall of the House of Usher and The Celebrity Traitors, has shared an update on her health following a second below-the-knee amputation. The 29-year-old star remains optimistic about her recovery, expressing her determination to walk again while currently using a wheelchair.
Health Journey and Recent Surgery
Codd underwent surgery in November to remove the lower part of her left leg, which followed a previous amputation of her right leg at age 23. Her medical challenges began at the age of 15 after a football injury led to severe nerve damage and chronic pain, significantly impacting her mobility. In a recent social media post, Codd humorously updated her followers with a photo from her recovery, playfully captioning it: “New legs loading.”
Despite the difficulties posed by her health issues, Codd maintains a positive outlook. She shared a light-hearted message on her social media, stating, “World domination and winding up middle-aged white men shall resume as of 10am.” Her ability to find humor in her situation has resonated with fans, who appreciate her candidness throughout her recovery process.
Resilience and Community Support
In a TikTok video last month, Codd informed her fans that she could no longer film her usual content at her parents’ home due to her recent amputation. She explained, “I’ve just had my second below-knee amputation… so those facilities are not available to me at the moment.” Despite these setbacks, she maintains a sense of humor, referring to her wheelchair—affectionately named “Fat Tony”—as her “new whip” and joking about its slow speed.
Codd gained recognition on The Celebrity Traitors, where she participated as a Faithful contestant before her character was “murdered” in the fourth episode. Viewers were unaware that she had already undergone her first amputation and was coping with considerable pain during filming. In earlier interviews, including a notable conversation with Teen Vogue, she reflected on her experiences with gratitude. “It made me a really resilient person,” she noted. “I’m thankful for just being able to do simple things like walk around or ride my horse. It teaches you not to take things for granted.”
Following her latest surgery, Codd has received overwhelming support from fans online. While she described the attention as “weirded out,” she expressed deep appreciation for the kindness shown to her. As she embarks on her recovery journey, Codd focuses on adapting to her new reality, with the goal of walking again using her prosthetics.
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