I thought I was too young for Parkinson’s – then I was diagnosed at 29

I climbed the stairs and stepped onto the catwalk. As the light hit me, my rainbow sequin outfit turned me into a human glitter ball. 

For the next three minutes, my total concentration was locked on putting one foot in front of the other. 

Unable to lift my head, I had no idea what was happening around me, with my hands clasped so tightly, I feared they’d never untangle.

As I approached the end, it quickly dawned on me that I hadn’t planned what to do. Didn’t know how to end my moment.

A sassy hip lean? A strong power pose? Or just turn quickly and scuttle back to safety?

After a combo of all three, I held my breath. 

Thunderous applause ensued.

I’d just finished my first runway walk at ‘Catwalk To A Cure’, a charity event held in aid of Parkinson’s UK back in 2021. It’s terrifying enough for anyone who isn’t a model. 

But I’m not just anyone. 

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