Katie Piper survived a devastating acid attack in 2008, arranged by her former boyfriend, and has since built a public life as a writer, presenter, and activist. More recently, she has spoken about ongoing eye health issues and, in January 2025, said she was planning to try a prosthetic eye shell.

What happened

In March 2008, Piper was raped and stabbed by her ex-boyfriend, then two days later was attacked with acid by him and an accomplice, leaving her with severe facial injuries and blindness in one eye. She underwent extensive surgeries and later became known for her recovery, advocacy, and foundation work supporting burn and scar survivors.

Recent update

A BBC report from January 2025 said Piper had decided to pursue a prosthetic eye shell after “many years battling” eye health problems related to the attack. Other coverage described the move as an “artificial eye” or prosthetic eye decision.

In short

  • Then: a life-changing acid attack in 2008.
  • Since: surgery, recovery, advocacy, and media work.
  • Latest: she is addressing long-term eye complications with a prosthetic eye shell.