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Friends and colleagues of famed runway coach and judge Miss J. Alexander have launched an emergency GoFundMe after new details emerged about the 2022 stroke that upended his life. The fundraiser aims to cover long-term care and therapy as Miss J. works to regain mobility and speech.
Why supporters started a fundraising campaign for Miss J.
Close friends created the online campaign to share Miss J.’s medical story and appeal for financial help. The page notes that the former America’s Next Top Model mentor has been recovering away from the public eye.
• Progress: At the time of reporting, donations were modest compared to the goal.
What happened to Miss J.: a timeline of the stroke and recovery
According to the fundraiser and recent interviews, Miss J. suffered a severe stroke on December 27, 2022. He was discovered unresponsive and subsequently spent several weeks in a coma.
After waking, he faced a prolonged and difficult rehabilitation process. His treatment included multiple rehospitalizations and additional small strokes and seizures. For more than a year, much of his daily life centered on inpatient medical care.
Miss J. remains wheelchair-bound and has limited movement in his right arm. Speech and mobility goals continue to shape his care plan. Friends say he is determined and resilient, but faces obstacles that require consistent, specialized attention.
What the funds will cover: rehabilitation, home care and expenses
The GoFundMe organizers laid out specific needs they hope donations will address. The campaign stresses the high cost of long-term recovery for stroke survivors.
• Speech therapy to help with communication
Organizers emphasize that even small donations or sharing the page helps, especially given the scope of care required.
Public disclosure and the Netflix documentary that renewed attention
Interest in Miss J.’s health grew after his appearance in the Netflix documentary Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model. In the film, he described waking in a hospital after weeks in a coma and the long period he spent receiving care.
The documentary shed light on how the stroke affected his life and career and prompted friends to step forward with the fundraiser.
Visits and messages from former castmates
Former ANTM colleagues have checked in. Photographers and past judges visited him during his hospital stay, offering emotional support. Miss J. spoke about how those moments were deeply moving.
He also said that Tyra Banks has expressed interest in visiting, though a meeting had not taken place at the time of his comments.
How fans and the public can help beyond donating
Campaign organizers encouraged fans who cannot contribute financially to support Miss J. in other ways.
• Share the fundraiser on social media to broaden reach.
• Follow verified updates from the campaign to stay informed.
Friends describe these non-monetary gestures as meaningful for someone who has inspired many through television and mentorship.…Read more by Jessica Turner