Hello My Beautiful People- My Glittering Friends 

& Fierce Family,

First off, I'm sending waves of light, and a little glitter your way.

As many of you know, I've spent decades living life in motion- dancing, designing, dazzling in hospitality, and thriving in the joy of creation and connection. My days (and nights!) have been filled with silver hoops, fabulous heels and fairy dust from my purse…. Chile, I wouldn't change that for the world...

Two years ago, things began to shift. What started as a nagging pain-- thinking its sciatica-- turned into something much more serious.

After countless chiropractic visits, doctor appointments, and an MRI, the unthinkable came to be: AVASCULAR NECROSIS ...

and yes, honey, that's as scary as it sounds.  Long story short?

I need my full left hip replaced.

Now here's the thing-- I'm not built for stillness.

I live to move. To Dance. To twirl across a room and light it up with laughter. Losing that mobility has been one of the hardest things I've ever faced. And beyond the physical pain, not being able to work in the industry in which I love (fashion and hospitality) -- has challenged me emotionally and financially.

To make it more dramatic (because, why not?)...

I've been denied disability assistance. My savings are nearly depleted. And while I've tried to power through (I mean, I am a professional), I've hit the preverbal wall...

So here I am humbly, vulnerably, and with a little glitter from said bag--- asking for your help. If you are able donate-- no matter the amount-- it will help get the surgery I need to return back to the the life I love .A Life filled with movement, joy, community and maybe even a cheeky little dance battle!!This isn't an easy ask for me, but I know I have a village of incredible people who've watched me light up stages, dance floors and parties over the years.

And if all you can give is a message of love-- I'll take it!!!

I love you all.

Deeply. Passionately. Thoughtfully.

P.S.

Please forgive me if I've been a bit quite or missed some messages-- this hip pain, "ain't no joke!!!", and sometimes the pain wins the day.

But know this: I'M STILL FULL OF LIFE and I cannot wait to be back in my element-- carefree, pain-free, and “shaking  what my mama gave me”.

Until then, thank you for all the love , support and shares.

Let’s get me back on that dance floor.

With all my heart 

(and  challenged hip),

Reggie Newport