Celebrity SAS Star Requires Surgery After ‘Ripping’ Her Vulva In One Of The Show’s Most Painful Injuries

In fypfeed Movies & TV — 10th August 2025

The singer suffered multiple serious injuries while performing in the gruelling reality show.

One of the contestants in the newest Season of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares to Wins is now required to undergo surgery following what could turn out to be the one of most painful injuries that have ever been seen on the show.

In the build-up to the next episode which airs on August 10, Lucy Spraggan revealed the shocking moment when she “ripped” her vulva during filming.

This former X Factor star will be competing with Louie Spence, Rebecca Loos, Adam Collard, Michaella McCollum as well as Harry Clark in the seventh season of the mentally and physically demanding Channel 4 show.

A few contestants quit quickly. S Club Seven’s Hannah Spearitt lasted only a couple of minutes before she quit as the Love Island’s Tasha Ghouri and Chloe Burrows handed over their armbands, after struggling to endure.

Spraggan However, she threw herself into the gruelling difficulties, suffering what sounds as the worst outcome possible.

A Shocking Injury on Set

While appearing during the series, the 34-year old was injured in a variety of ways however, it was an accident with a harness incident that caused her extreme discomfort and swollen.

“I cut my labiait was a serious injury. This isn’t a common occurrence. In reality, it’s not been like any other before, enough that I’m planning to have an operation soon to fix it,” she told The Sun.

She said she does not know how this occurred:

“I don’t really know even what happened, I guess the harness was tight.”

At first, she admitted she thought it wasn’t so bad as it felt but she was aware that there was something very wrong.

“And I looked and there was a tear, there was lots of blood and the doctor came over and I turned around because at that point you literally don’t care about anything,” she said.

The doctor on site initially thought she’d injured her leg, but she needed to quickly determine where the bleeding was coming from.

It was a raw and fragile moment that highlighted how brutal the show can be.

Multiple Injuries, One Season

As if the ordeal weren’t enough, Spraggan left with numerous additional injuries.

At one point, she almost lost one tooth and fainted due to exhaustion.

In a more gruelling and traumatic incident that she had to face, she was told to leap from the helicopter onto a vessel and then miss the landing, and then crash head-on into the ocean. The force of the impact left her with an painful eye that was black which is, in an odd twist, was visible during the day of her wedding day.

The same fall also resulted in irreparable damage to the cosmetic filler on her cheeks.

“I had the filler under my eyes and when my face hit the sea so hard my filler migrated to the side of my face,” Spraggan declared.
“By that moment, I was suffering from pain all over… The filler wouldn’t move back. After I got back home, I needed to dissolve it.”

It was clear that Spraggan did not hold back She put all of her energy both physically and mentally to the challenge.

What Makes Celebrity SAS So Brutal?

For those who aren’t familiar, Celebrity SAS: Who Dares to Win stars famous contestants and places them in a military-style camp, run by former Special Forces operatives.

Throughout their season they face challenging challenges that be tested on their physical endurance, mental toughness the ability to endure pain as well as teamwork.

The tasks include:

• Long-distance hikes with heavy bags.
• Shivering through the freezing waters.
• The fear of being gassed when in tight spaces.
• Interrogations and mock kidnappings.
• Risky abseils, rope climbs and helicopter leaps.

The format is intentionally harsh. The intention isn’t to declare the “winner,” but to challenge celebrities to their breaking point and often resulting in shocking withdrawals.

In the case of Spraggan’s her accident demonstrates how dangerous and risky certain activities can be with medical personnel on hand.

Not the First Injury on the Show

The Spraggan’s injury might be one of the most bizarre, but Celebrity SAS has witnessed its fair share medical emergency situations.

• It was 2022 when Ferne McCann fainted during a water obstacle.
• Ashley Cain left the stage with torn muscles following a strenuous tour.
• Sam Thompson admitted that he was afflicted with panic attacks caused by the intense interrogation scenes.
• In a previous season Katie Price quit within 48 hours due to exhaustion.

What is what sets Spraggan apart is her visual and long-lasting character the injuries she sustainedwhich required corrective surgery almost an entire year after filming.

Fan and Media Reactions

The news of Spraggan’s incident has sparked a huge response on the internet.

Social media platforms, a large number of followers expressed their admiration and sympathy:

• “She’s so tough — I’d have quit after the first injury, but Lucy just kept going.”
• “Can’t believe the producers even allowed that challenge, looks so dangerous.”
• “Respect to Lucy. Lucy has always been genuine even when that means sharing something personal.”

A few critics have wondered if the show blurs the border in between entertainment and risk to the public.

Media commentators have posed questions:

• Should safety gear and harnesses be modified to accommodate women?
• Do the pressures to “push harder” put celebrities at risk?
• What is the point at which shows such as this become more demeaning rather than invigorating?

The debates won’t hinder Celebrity SAS in its return. Its mix of violence and danger continues to attract many millions of fans.

Lucy Spraggan: From X Factor to SAS Survivor

Spraggan was first noticed at the end of 2012, on The X Factor on the X Factor, where she performed her debut track “Last Night” and immediately became a fan-favorite.

Her unique songwriting style and friendly personality helped her stand out even though she walked out of the contest early because of illness. In the years since, she’s carved an enviable career as singer-songwriter and singer-songwriter with multiple albums and performing throughout the UK.

Her choice of joining Celebrity SAS was according to her own words to prove her strength:

“I’ve gone through a lot in my life. I wanted to test how I would take on something like this.”

This determination has definitely been tested but it also has caused her to be shattered both emotional and physical.

A Brutal But Popular Show

Despite (or maybe due to) its potential dangers, Celebrity SAS: Who Dares to Wins is still one of the most watched reality shows.

Viewers tune in not only because of the drama but also for moments of real human determination. Viewers will see stars stripped of status, luxury and luxury, being forced to show that they are just as a person just like everyone else.

Some fans think producers overstep the mark some claim that the pure intensity is what makes the show work..

The story of Spraggan might be shocking, but it reveals the essence of what SAS Who Dares Wins is all about — facing anxiety, pain and adversity face-to-face.

Looking Ahead

Lucy Spraggan has confirmed that she will undergo corrective surgery in near future to fix the damage she suffered during filming.

According to her the accident “has never been the same,” however, she is extremely honest and forthright about the issue.

It’s this honesty, combined with her toughness, which has earned her acclaim beyond the stage and on reality TV.

No matter if viewers think she’s irresponsible, inspirational or just lucky, one thing’s certain: Spraggan’s stint on Celebrity SAS won’t be forgotten in the near future.