Brandi Glanville thanks ex-husband’s wife LeAnn Rimes for offering help amid her face parasite crisis

Brandi Glanville had earlier disclosed she might have a parasite in her face that had led to her facial disfigurement
UPDATED DEC 28, 2024
Brandi Glanville gave a shoutout to her ex-husband Eddie Cibrian’s wife LeAnn Rimes for offering to help as she deals with a distressing facial health issue (Getty Images)
Brandi Glanville gave a shoutout to her ex-husband Eddie Cibrian’s wife LeAnn Rimes for offering to help as she deals with a distressing facial health issue (Getty Images)

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Brandi Glanville has found an unexpected ally in her ongoing battle with a mysterious health issue, and it’s none other than LeAnn Rimes, her ex-husband Eddie Cibrian’s wife.

Glanville, 52, recently shared an emotional update on Instagram about her ongoing struggle with a face parasite, thanking Rimes for offering to help her during this challenging time.

Glanville, 52, and Cibrian, 51, remained married from 2001 to 2010 and welcomed sons Mason, 21, and Jake, 17. After their divorce, Cibrian went on to marry Rimes in 2011.

HOLLYWOOD, CA - JANUARY 15:  Brandi Glanville attends Opening Night Of Rock Of Ages Hollywood At The
Brandi Glanville attends the opening night of Rock Of Ages Hollywood at The Bourbon Room on January 15, 2020, in Hollywood, California (Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for Rock of Ages Hollywood) 

Brandi Glanville shares heartfelt Christmas photo

Brandi Glanville posted a family photo on Instagram on Thursday, December 26, showcasing her family and extended loved ones celebrating Christmas together.

The picture included her two sons, Mason, 21, and Jake, 17, along with Cibrian, Rimes, and other family members. Glanville captioned the photo with a heartfelt message, saying, “Happy Christmas❤️not my favorite look for my face but I felt ALL the love from my modern family.”


 
 
 
 
 
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The former 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star also expressed her gratitude to Rimes, who has offered support as Glanville continues to navigate her health battle.

“Big thanks to Le for offering to help with my situation,” Glanville wrote, seemingly referring to her ongoing struggle with a parasite in her face.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 08: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR USE IN PUBLICATIONS DEVOTED SOLELY TO THE ARTIST.) LeAnn Rimes performs live on stage at The O2 Arena on May 08, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Simone Joyner/Getty Images
LeAnn Rimes performs live on stage at The O2 Arena on May 8, 2024, in London, England (Simone Joyner/Getty Images)

In the photo, the reality star wore a Santa hat and only the left side of the face was showing. The post did not make any direct reference to the face parasite issue, but it was clear that the issue has been affecting her appearance.

Brandi Glanville reveals ongoing health battle with potential face parasite

Earlier this month, Brandi Glanville opened up about her health concerns, revealing that she might have a parasite in her face and explaining the extent of medical efforts to diagnose the issue.


 
 
 
 
 
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In a December 10 interview with Entertainment Tonight, Glanville shared, “Honestly, I have so many doctors and I’ve had so many tests … I did lab work for $10,000. I ran every test under the sun. … They’re like, ‘It could be a parasite.’ That’s, you know, new.”

Glanville went on to explain that she can feel the parasite, noting that when she “messes with it", the organism moves around, making it appear like "tiny bubbles bursting" on her cheek.


WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 25: Brandi Glanville attends the grand opening of Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Clinic West Hollywood at Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Clinic West Hollywood on April 25, 2024 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)
Brandi Glanville attends the grand opening of Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Clinic West Hollywood at Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Clinic West Hollywood on April 25, 2024 in West Hollywood, California (Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)

The reality star also revealed that she has spent approximately $70,000 on medical treatments and tests, hoping to find a solution.

In addition to Rimes' support, Glanville also received assistance from 'Botched' star Dr Terry Dubrow, who offered to help her further investigate the health issue.

Dr Dubrow clarified that while the problem might not be a parasite in the traditional sense, it could be related to a microorganism that entered her bloodstream.

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