There’s no denying that Katie Piper is one of the most inspirational and courageous women we know.
In 2008, the beautiful young model and TV presenter was raped by her former boyfriend after she spurned his advances.
He then arranged for another man to throw sulphuric acid in her face as she left her London home.
The shocking attack melted away her nose, left ear and eyelids, burned her mouth, tongue, arms, hand, neck and cleavage, damaged a lung, and left her blinded in one eye.
Katie’s injuries were so horrific she was expected to die.
But, over 200 operations later, Katie has proven to be a survivor... and a true inspiration.
From the nightmare to the beautiful ever after she truly deserves, here’s a look back over her life in pictures:
From acid attack victim to inspiring survivor: Katie Piperu2019s life in pictures
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