Loni Willison, a former model and ex-wife of Baywatch star Jeremy Jackson, emerged this week on Los Angeles streets.
On June 29, Willison, 40, was caught smoking a cigarette and wheeling a blanket-filled shopping cart. The former celebrity appeared introspective, clad in a layered shirt, skirt, leggings, white socks, and a backward baseball cap. She also wore multiple bracelets and necklaces.
Willison’s life changed dramatically after she split from Jackson in 2014, after being married for less than two years, according to the Daily Mail.
She has recently been observed hunting for food and necessities, illustrating the tremendous struggles she is experiencing. Jackson is best known for his portrayal as Hobie Buchannon in the hit television series Baywatch.
In May, the Daily Mail published images of Willison garbage diving for cosmetics and hygiene items, including a bottle of mouthwash. This is a sharp contrast to her previous life, when she adorned the covers of magazines such as Glam Fit, Flavour, and Iron Man. Just a few months ago, she was observed eating yogurt with paint-covered hands and exploring the city, as well as shopping at the now-defunct 99 Cents store.
Willison publicly blamed her ex-husband Jackson for her downward spiral. In an honest interview with X17 Online, she attributed the source of her problems to their marriage. My ex-husband. Getting married. “I got divorced and it set everything up,” she admitted.
She also spoke to the Daily Mail about her mental health issues, admitting that she had a breakdown in 2016. During this time, she believed that someone was transmitting electrical currents into her body, a delusion she thought could only be relieved by using crystal meth. Around this time, she started living on the streets and has since struggled with addiction and mental health difficulties.
“I haven’t spoken to Jeremy. I don’t want to speak to my friends, I’m doing just fine. I don’t want anyone to help me,” she said, reflecting on her current situation. “I can live on my own. I’ve got everything I need right here.”
One of Jackson’s other exes, Cindy Kovacs, also expressed her sorrow over Willison’s plight. “It’s really sad what happened to Loni and she never got the help she needs,” Kovacs said.