Melanie Sykes Two-Thirds Bald Due to Alopecia

Melanie Sykes has publicly disclosed the significant impact of her alopecia, stating she is now two-thirds bald following a diagnosis of an autoimmune condition. The 55-year-old former presenter, who has been less active in mainstream broadcasting since 2021, continues to share her health journey with her followers.

In recent updates, Sykes has shown the visible effects of her hair loss, which has been occurring over approximately the last year and a half. She has expressed her desire to regain hair, despite previously trying on wigs to cover the loss. Sykes noted that the hair loss has been rapid at times, and in December 2025, she described experiencing significant inflammation and being "two-thirds bald."

Sykes has also linked periods of rapid hair loss and an irregular heartbeat to stressful events, including past media attention. She described herself as being in a spiritual phase, even starting meditation teacher training, though illness prevented her from completing it. Despite ongoing pain, she maintains a sense of humor about her condition, emphasizing laughter as a coping mechanism.