Katie Piper reveals online abuse after NTAs appearance

Katie Piper, a Loose Women star and acid attack survivor, emotionally revealed online that she received abusive comments about her appearance after attending the 2026 National Television Awards, prompting an outpouring of support from colleagues and celebrities. Piper, who suffered facial burns and blindness in one eye from an acid attack by her ex-boyfriend, said her phone flooded with cruel messages after a red carpet interview. She tearfully stated, "I know I'm not the prettiest," but added she usually doesn't care, though the abuse made her question why she puts herself out there. Celebrities including Myleene Klass, Kate Garraway, and Dannii Minogue publicly defended her, praising her beauty and inspiration. Loose Women was nominated in the Daytime category but lost to This Morning at the September 8 ceremony.