Miss J Alexander Says Tyra Banks Hasn’t Seen Him Since 2022 Coma

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After Miss J Alexander suffered a stroke and coma in 2022, many of his colleagues from America’s Next Top Model offered their support. However, Tyra Banks was not among those who reached out.

The former reality show judge said that while he’s gotten messages from Tyra Banks since his health issue, they haven’t met in person.

When asked if Tyra Banks had visited, Miss J, 67, replied, “Not yet.” He explained that Tyra had only texted him, saying she wants to come, but hadn’t arrived for a visit yet.

Although Tyra Banks, 52, wasn’t able to visit while Miss J was in the hospital, two other former contestants from America’s Next Top Model – Nigel Barker and Jay Manuel – did come to see him.

Miss J remembered working on the show with everyone, and it made her cry because she missed them terribly.

For Nigel and Jay, the moment was equally as moving.

Nigel, 53, described being deeply moved when he saw the person, saying they both cried and embraced. He wasn’t sure if the person wanted to be seen in such a vulnerable state, but he had been planning a visit anyway. He described the experience as a terrible, upsetting, and frightening shock.

Oh my gosh, it just breaks my heart thinking about it! Jay, he’s 53, was saying how devastated Miss J seemed back then. He even said he couldn’t even fathom what was going on in Miss J’s head – it was just so much, you know? It’s just… heartbreaking to think about how upset he must have been.

Earlier in the documentary, Miss J shared his experience with a stroke, describing the frightening moment he first woke up in the hospital.

The runway coach explained that after waking up in the hospital, they had no idea where they were. They’d been in a coma for five weeks and had lost the ability to walk and talk. They remember thinking, ‘What now?’ – unable to move or communicate.

“It was emotional,” he added. “I cried. I am not ashamed to say that I cried.”

Even with difficulties along the way, Miss J has made significant progress in getting better. Nigel noted how much his friend has improved when the three former America’s Next Top Model judges – who left the show after season 18 – reunited.

Nigel, the show’s photographer, commented on how far she’d come. He remembered seeing her in the hospital, barely able to move or speak. Now, he said, she was sitting up, giving an interview, and even making everyone laugh with her personality and expressions.

And while he’s not exactly where he wants to be just yet, Miss J said he’s hopeful for his future.

He wistfully recalled his days as a leading figure in the fashion world. ‘I miss being the one everyone watched on the runway,’ he explained, referring to the catwalks. ‘I practically taught models how to walk!’ Though he’s currently unable to walk himself, he’s determined to regain his mobility and believes he’ll be back. ‘This isn’t the end of my story,’ he affirmed.

Miss J isn’t alone – many other celebrities have also been open about their health problems. Here’s a look at some stars who’ve shared their personal medical stories.

Nikki Bella, known from Total Bellas, shared that one of her breast implants moved after being hit in the chest during a wrestling match with Piper Niven in July 2025.

She reassured her sister, Bella Garcia, saying they would get the issue resolved eventually. She explained to the doctor that as soon as she finished her current commitment, she’d return to address the problem and make everything look its best, because she planned to use them again and they couldn’t look the way they did.

Lupita Nyong’o, known for her role in 12 Years a Slave, received a diagnosis of uterine fibroids—non-cancerous growths in or around the uterus—in 2014, the same year she won an Academy Award for her performance in the film.

She didn’t reveal her diagnosis until 2025, when she shared on Instagram that she had been privately struggling with it for over ten years.

She explained that growing up, people are often told that periods are painful and that pain is just something women have to deal with. This leaves many of us feeling like we’re going through a difficult experience by ourselves, when it actually affects most of us.

 

In July 2025, the actress from Daisy Jones & The Six revealed she was hospitalized for a hernia. This happened because she had been wearing pants that were too tight, which caused a gap in her abdominal muscles.

Someone messaged Suki on X (formerly Twitter) asking why she hadn’t tweeted recently. Suki jokingly replied that she’d been hiding a serious injury – a hernia caused by wearing very tight pants six months ago – and was afraid to mention it.

As a health and wellness advocate, I’m always reminding people to prioritize their well-being. Recently, I learned that a friend of mine, known for his work on Beverly Hills, 90210, had a pretty scary health scare. He shared in April of 2025 that he was recovering from surgery – it turns out his appendix almost burst! It’s a good reminder that even those who seem to have it all together can face unexpected medical challenges.

Brian shared in an Instagram video that he recently experienced stomach pain which led him to the emergency room. He explained he had a perforated appendix – it hadn’t fully burst, but was very close to it.

He added, “I’m on the road to recovery. It’s not an easy process. This is my first major surgery.”

A Racing Louisville midfielder fell to the ground early in her team’s game against Seattle Reign on September 14th at Lumen Field in Seattle.

According to Reuters, the U.S. Women’s National Team player was seen slowly sitting down on the field with a teammate supporting her, just before she collapsed. Trainers were immediately called to assess her condition.

After receiving initial treatment from medical staff at the game, Savannah was taken to a nearby hospital for more tests. League officials reported she was in stable condition and fully conscious.

Adam Devine revealed that injuries from being hit by a cement truck at age 11 still cause him problems today.

“It’s been incredibly difficult,” Devine shared on the In Depth With Graham Bensinger podcast in 2025. “I experience spasms all over my body, and doctors recently told me I was facing a life-threatening situation—within the last year, actually.”

He explained that his pain is intermittent, saying his body has some minor imperfections and isn’t quite working as it should.

A former contestant on The Bachelor went to the hospital because of severe back pain. He said he was in so much pain he had to crawl on his hands and knees, and the pain got worse during a road trip with a friend.

He described a lingering tingling sensation in his knees and toes during a March 2025 episode of his podcast, Trading Secrets. To illustrate the extent of the issue, he explained that just a few weeks or a month prior, he was able to squat 295 pounds. Now, he can’t even do a squat, struggles with single-leg squats, and falls over, comparing the feeling to having had a stroke.

But with the help of a back specialist and some steroids, he added, “We’re on the mend.”

Gina Kirschenheiter, from The Real Housewives of Orange County, revealed that her ex-husband, Matt Kirschenheiter, had a heart attack in March 2025, but he is now doing okay.

In March 2025, the actor from 30 Rock experienced a medical issue at a New York Knicks game and had to be taken out of Madison Square Garden in a wheelchair.

The comedian later posted an update online, explaining he had food poisoning but was starting to feel better.

In February 2025, the former Even Stevens star revealed she was accidentally shot in the face during a birthday celebration for her husband, Brendan Rooney. They were on a trip to go clay pigeon shooting when the incident happened.

I was shot in the face at a party because someone fired a gun carelessly in the wrong direction,” she explained in an Instagram post. “Brendan Rooney quickly checked me over and rushed me to the hospital. I was hit five times, and one bullet came dangerously close to my right eye – less than an inch away.

The former Kim Possible star explained that a small piece of something got stuck behind their eye. Doctors have advised against trying to remove it with surgery right now, but they’re keeping a close watch on the situation, as their vision is currently normal.

The actress expressed immense gratitude for surviving. She shared how much she loves her family and friends, saying, ‘I truly cherish them.’ Reflecting on a near-death experience, she emphasized the importance of appreciating loved ones and making the most of every moment, because life can change unexpectedly.

I’m so glad Amy Schumer shared her story! It’s amazing how the internet, which can be so negative, actually helped her figure out what was going on with her health. She was getting a lot of comments about her face looking ‘puffy’ after doing interviews, and honestly, it was the doctors chiming in that really caught her attention. They were concerned enough to suggest she might have Cushing syndrome! It turns out she did have it, caused by steroid injections she’d been getting after a breast reduction and C-section. She wouldn’t have even known if people hadn’t started talking! Now, she’s just so relieved it’s a type of Cushing syndrome that will resolve on its own, and she’s healthy. It’s such a weight off her shoulders, and I’m happy she’s okay.

During a game in December 2024, an AHL player suffered a skate cut that required 25 stitches. His father, New Jersey Devils General Manager Tom Fitzgerald, shared with ESPN after his son’s recovery, “We feel very fortunate. No parent should ever have to go through that.”

In March 2022, Hailey Bieber experienced a frightening health scare while having breakfast with her husband, Justin Bieber. She suddenly developed stroke-like symptoms, struggling to speak and noticing her face drooping. Although the symptoms briefly subsided, she went to the hospital for evaluation. Doctors discovered she’d had a small blood clot travel to her brain, which they identified as a TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack). Further testing at UCLA revealed Hailey had a hole in her heart called a patent foramen ovale (PFO). This hole allowed the blood clot to reach her brain, causing the TIA. Hailey has since undergone a successful procedure to close the PFO and is now recovering well.

The same year Hailey faced a health issue, Justin also experienced one. In June 2022, he revealed he had been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, which caused temporary paralysis on one side of his face. This forced him to cancel the remaining dates of his Justice World Tour.

In a video posted to Instagram, Justin explained the condition affected the nerves in his ear and face, preventing him from blinking, smiling, or moving his nostril on the affected side. He also shared it had become increasingly difficult for him to eat.

Fortunately, the paralysis eventually went away. Hailey shared on Good Morning America that Justin was recovering well and feeling much better, adding that they were grateful he was going to be okay. It had been a scary and unexpected situation, but he was expected to make a full recovery.

Jamie Foxx recently shared details about the health scare he experienced in April 2023, which he had initially kept private. He explained that he was in Atlanta when he developed a severe headache and asked for aspirin. Before he could take it, he lost consciousness and doesn’t remember the next 20 days.

Initially, a doctor gave him a cortisone shot and sent him home, but his sister, Deidra Dixon, was worried and took him to the hospital. There, they discovered he had a brain bleed that caused a stroke.

After surgery, Jamie woke up in a wheelchair on May 4th, unable to walk. He then went to Chicago for rehabilitation and therapy. He expressed his gratitude for the prayers he received, saying he needed every single one.

The reality TV star shared that she briefly stopped breathing while running a mile during the first challenge on the NBC competition show.

She shared on the show Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser that her memory of the event was fragmented. She recalled hearing a helicopter, feeling like she was floating, and then seeing her grandfather. After that, she remembered only darkness, followed by light, leading her to realize she had died that day.

She explained that her organs were failing. She hadn’t known she had rhabdomyolysis, a condition where your body essentially starts to shut down.

Emilia Clarke, known for her role in Game of Thrones, revealed a harrowing health battle in a 2019 essay for The New Yorker. While filming the show, she experienced a sudden, severe headache while at the gym. She described collapsing and being violently ill, quickly realizing something was seriously wrong with her brain.

A hospital scan revealed she had suffered a subarachnoid hemorrhage, a life-threatening stroke caused by a ruptured aneurysm. She immediately underwent surgery to repair it, but the pain was excruciating. During her recovery, she temporarily lost her ability to speak, often muttering incoherently.

After a week, her speech returned, and she was discharged from the hospital after a month. However, a 2013 scan revealed the aneurysm had grown and required a second surgery. This procedure was unsuccessful, leading to a massive bleed and putting her life at risk. Doctors had to perform a more invasive surgery, accessing her brain directly through her skull.

Fortunately, Emilia is now fully recovered and says she’s “at a hundred per cent.”

Cori Broadus, Snoop Dogg’s daughter, credits her family with helping her through a difficult time. In January 2024, she suffered a stroke and immediately reached out to her loved ones, who quickly came to her aid. She shared with TopMob News that everyone “just came to my rescue.”

Cori ended up staying in the hospital longer than expected due to other health issues. In addition to recovering from the stroke, she was also dealing with lupus and kidney problems.

Now, Cori is recovering well. “I’m doing great,” she said. She’s been working to regain some motor skills, but overall, she’s doing much better.

Shailene Woodley struggled with significant health issues throughout her early twenties. In a September 2024 podcast interview, she revealed she experienced hearing loss, extreme fatigue – unable to walk for more than five minutes without needing to rest for hours – and persistent stomach pain. She faced confusion due to conflicting diagnoses from different doctors.

Determined to find answers, Woodley, who has kept the specifics of her condition private, combined traditional medical care with holistic and herbal remedies. This search for well-being spanned a decade.

She explained that the physical discomfort led to deeper issues, including fear of food and struggles with body image, identity, and feeling comfortable in her own body.

Ultimately, Woodley’s health improved, and she is now very healthy and happy. She shared that her condition resolved itself after a long journey of addressing both her physical and mental well-being.

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