AceShowbiz - Courtney Stodden, known for their time on Celebrity Big Brother, recently posted a distressing video showing themselves bleeding heavily from a head injury. The 31-year-old model revealed that they had hit their head on a counter after dropping their phone and rushed to hospital for treatment.

In the video shared on social media, Courtney Stodden can be seen sitting in a car en route to the emergency room, with blood covering their head and chest. Tearfully, they warned viewers about the dangers of rushing to pick up dropped items. “This is your reminder, when you drop something, don’t bend down and quickly... don’t bend and snap,” they said. “I bended and snapped and tried to pick up the phone that I dropped and I busted my head open in public.”

Stodden then pointed the camera outside, commenting on the fire truck passing by and joking that emergency responders might be reluctant to assist. They urged fans to be cautious and slow down in everyday moments.

The accompanying caption emphasized the serious message behind the accident: “Don’t bend and snap... slow down. I dropped my phone, reached too fast, and hit the edge of a counter so hard my head split open. Blood everywhere... ended up in the ER getting it glued shut. Nothing glamorous about moving too fast just to grab something that doesn’t matter. Slow down. Your body keeps the score.”

Further updates came in the comments section, where Courtney Stodden reassured followers that they had undergone a CT scan, which thankfully showed no brain bleed, only a severe impact. “Got a CT scan, no brain bleed I’m okay just a hard hit... reminder to slow down. Life will literally make you if you don’t,” they wrote.

The injury comes years after Stodden’s appearance on the 12th series of Celebrity Big Brother in 2013, a season ultimately won by Charlotte Crosby. At that time, Courtney was 18 years old and already known for their controversial marriage at 16 to actor Doug Hutchison, who was 51 then. Due to the age difference and California’s legal age of consent being 18, Stodden’s mother had to provide permission for the marriage.

The couple remained married for nine years before divorcing in 2020, following a separation in 2016. Post-divorce, Courtney Stodden publicly reflected on the relationship, describing feelings of being “taken advantage of.” In an Instagram statement, they shared the emotional toll of marrying as a child to a much older partner. “I’ve been scared to even speak up about feeling groomed or being verbally abused during the almost 10 year marriage because I was a child and he was 50 when we married but I’m a woman now and it’s time for me to put my big girl pants on and speak on this matter,” they said.

Stodden expressed feelings of entrapment and manipulation during their early adult years, describing the experience as lonely and dark. They called on Doug Hutchison to reconsider his actions and urged him not to engage in similar relationships with minors again, despite parental consent. “Children aren’t on your level. I’ll always love you regardless. Be better. As shall I,” they concluded in their heartfelt message.

Meanwhile, Doug Hutchison has also spoken publicly about their marriage. In an interview with Fox News, he admitted that his career suffered due to the relationship but did not regret the union. “I shot my career in the head for love. And in doing so, I lost my family and friends. I was suddenly on the Titanic and everyone was fleeing except for me and Courtney. Now, I have nothing to lose but, to tell the truth,” he said.

He elaborated that fear and dishonesty had influenced his actions for a long time but that he now feels free to speak openly. “I don’t believe in living a life of regret. I think that every choice we make, we make them for a reason... I have absolutely no regrets in my life,” he added, emphasizing that their marriage was a significant and meaningful journey despite its challenges.

The head injury incident serves as a reminder from Courtney Stodden about the importance of caution in everyday life and the value of slowing down. Their recent video candidly showing the aftermath of the accident has resonated with fans, who have expressed concern and sent well wishes for their recovery.

Courtney Stodden’s openness about their past and present struggles continues to draw attention, highlighting the complexities behind their public persona. Their willingness to share both physical and emotional wounds offers a rare glimpse into the personal challenges faced by someone who first rose to fame at a very young age under intense scrutiny.

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