Christie Brinkley diagnosed with skin cancer: Supermodel, 70, reveals she underwent surgery after noticing ‘tiny dot’ on her face – as she shares graphic snaps of removal [Video]

18:01 EDT 13 Mar 2024 , updated 19:25 EDT 13 Mar 2024

Christie Brinkley has been diagnosed with skin cancer.

The supermodel, 70, revealed she underwent surgery after doctors found a ‘basal cell carcinoma’ on her face in a harrowing Instagram post on Wednesday.

She also shared graphic photos of the wound after the cancer was removed – as she urged fans to check their bodies regularly for any abnormalities.

She wrote: ‘The good news for me is we caught the basal cell Carcinoma early. And I had great Doctors that removed the cancer and stitched me up to perfection like an haute couture Dior.

‘The good news for you is that all of this can be avoided by being diligent with your sun protection! 

‘I got serious a bit late so now for this ole mermaid/gardener, I’ll be slathering on my SPF 30, reapplying as needed, wearing long sleeves and a wide brim hat.’