As fans continue to worry about the drastic weight loss of popular Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson, an old video of the actress has resurfaced, drawing renewed attention.
In the clip, the mother of four, in an emotional interview with veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva, talked about her health struggles and how she underwent major surgery to remove her Thyroid due to a cancer scare.
The actress was heard saying, “I had like a cancer skin in quote, and I had my Thyroid removed, and it was like a journey for us. We kept saying that we had to understand this was the new us.
“Let’s go get the surgery done. We got there, and they said I was going to be on medication for the rest of my life, and it was a reality that we had to sit down with.
“They told me I couldn’t miss my medication, telling me all of the side effects. I am reconciling with the truth at the point where we realize this is where we are.”
The mother of four recently had been scrutinized after shedding a substantial amount of weight, with some people expressing concern about her appearance while others taunted her about her new look.
In response to criticism surrounding her significant weight loss, which sparked heated debates among fans and colleagues, the actess in a recent video shared on her TikTok account, addressed her detractors, singing and dancing to a catchy tune while delivering a message in pidgin English.
Although Johnson did not mention any underlying health challenge, she sang that “people will always talk no matter what one does,” emphasizing that individuals have the right to their opinions. She also cleverly told her critics that “their mouths belong to them,” implying that they are free to express their views.
Mercy Johnson is not alone in her weight loss journey. Other Nigerian celebrities, such as Eniola Badmus BBNaija former housemate Tacha, have also undergone significant transformations, inspiring their fans and followers.
