Loni Willison, who was once a model and is the ex-wife of Baywatch actor Jeremy Jackson, was seen again this week on the streets of Los Angeles.
On June 29, Willison, 40, was observed smoking a cigarette while pushing a shopping cart filled with blankets. The former star looked thoughtful, wearing a layered top, a skirt, leggings, white socks, and a baseball cap worn backward. She also had on multiple bracelets and a collection of necklaces.
According to the Daily Mail, Willison’s life changed significantly after her divorce from Jackson in 2014, a marriage that lasted less than two years.
Recently, she has been spotted looking for food and basic necessities, which underscores the significant challenges she is enduring. Jackson is widely recognized for his portrayal of Hobie Buchannon on the popular TV series Baywatch.
In May, the Daily Mail published images of Willison rummaging through dumpsters for beauty and hygiene items, including a bottle of mouthwash. This is a stark contrast to her previous life, where she appeared on the covers of magazines such as Glam Fit, Flavour, and Iron Man. Just a few months prior, she was seen eating yogurt with paint-stained hands while wandering the city, and she was also observed shopping at the now-closed 99 Cents store.
Willison has openly held her ex-husband Jackson responsible for her decline. In a frank interview with X17 Online, she traced the start of her difficulties back to their marriage. “My ex-husband. Getting married. At least I got divorced… it set everything up,” she remarked.
She also shared with the Daily Mail her struggles with mental health, disclosing that she experienced a breakdown in 2016. During this time, she was convinced that someone was sending electrical currents into her body, a delusion she believed could only be alleviated by using crystal meth. Around this period, she began living on the streets and has since faced challenges with addiction and mental health issues.
I haven’t talked to Jeremy. I prefer not to reach out to my friends; I’m managing just fine. I don’t want anyone’s assistance,” she mentioned, contemplating her present circumstances. “I can take care of myself. I have everything I require right here.
Cindy Kovacs, one of Jackson’s former partners, also shared her sadness regarding Willison’s situation. “It’s truly heartbreaking what happened to Loni, and she never received the support she needed,” Kovacs remarked.
Willison’s heartbreaking narrative acts as a poignant reminder of the challenges surrounding mental health, addiction, and homelessness. Our thoughts are with her.
