Model Yai's Silent Battle: Successful Lung Surgery Revealed

Model Yai disclosed on Friday, December 19, that she had been privately managing a serious health condition for the past year. She revealed a congenital defect that was overworking her heart and damaging her lungs, a situation she only discovered after persistent health issues escalated.

Initially asymptomatic, Yai's condition progressed from a cough to chest pains and breathing difficulties, prompting her to seek medical attention. She recently underwent a successful robotic lung surgery performed by Dr. Robert Cerfolio and his team, expressing immense gratitude for the procedure that will allow her more time.

This health revelation comes shortly after Yai was honored as Model of the Year at the 2025 Fashion Awards earlier this month, an achievement she emphasized was against predictions of a short career. Now recovering, Yai expressed her determination to return, stating, 'I'll be back.'