Googlebox star Ellie Warner has asked fans for donations to a brain injury charity for her birthday. This request comes after her boyfriend Nat, who was also featured on the show, was left hospitalised with serious injuries following a car accident.
The accident, which took place in Halton, Leeds, in March has left the star with a broken neck and punctured lung. He was initially placed on life support following the incident.
Ellie has been by her boyfriend's side since the accident on March 18. She has not appeared on the Channel 4 show since the accident. Nat remains in intensive care.
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Ellie wrote on her Facebook page: "For my birthday this year, I'm asking for donations to Headway - the brain injury association. I've chosen this charity because their mission means a lot to me, and I hope that you'll consider contributing as a way of celebrating with me."
"Every little bit will help me reach my goal. I've included information about Headway - the brain injury association below. Headway's mission is to promote the understanding of all aspects of brain injury and to provide vital information, support and services to people with a brain injury, their families and carers."
Ellie has already managed to raise £1,315 which exceeded the £150 target she initially asked for. She also posted a link to the charity. The hairdresser from Leeds, who appears on the TV-watching program alongside her sister Izzi, will be paid her £1,500 show fee as the bosses didn't want her to worry about money while she cares for Nat.
The star has been given full support by the show's team who have asked her to take all the time she needs. Izzi and Ellie have been a part of the show since season six which aired in 2015.
