Sophie Delezio's extraordinary life in pictures as the 19-year-old embarks on an exciting new chapter
From the miracle burns survivor the nation fell in love with to an independent uni student in London - Sophie's all grown up!
In 2003 at just two years old, Sophie became trapped under a burning car that had ploughed into her daycare in Fairlight, Sydney.
(Image: Getty)The adorable toddler suffered horrific injuries, including burns to 85 per cent of her body, the loss of both feet, one hand and one ear.
(Image: Getty)In a tragic twist, two-and-a-half years later Sophie was hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing, and thrown 18 meters. This time she suffered a broken jaw and collarbone, nine broken ribs, punctured lungs, two fractured vertebrae and a brain injury.
(Image: Getty)Sophie's fighting spirit has been an inspiration - not just for her proud parents Ron and Carolyn but for the whole nation.
(Image: Getty)Sophie rubs shoulders with The Wiggles.
(Image: Getty)In 2018, the teenager shared an exciting milestone many teenagers take for granted - getting her Ls!
(Image: Woman's Day/Bauer syndication)"My reverse parking can still do with some polish," she joked at the time.
(Image: Woman's Day/Bauer syndication)Sophie with her father and her beloved assistance dog Willow.
(Image: Woman's Day/Bauer syndication)In 2018, Sophie was all smiles as she headed off to her year 12 formal.
(Image: Woman's Day/Bauer syndication)"I'm so happy – this is about celebrating with my friends, and the best time of my life so far," she told Woman's Day at the time.
(Image: Woman's Day/Bauer syndication)Although occasionally reliant on crutches and her trusty red wheelchair, she owns three pairs of prosthetic limbs – one for flat shoes and sneakers, and two with adjustable soles so she can wear 5cm and 10cm heels.
(Image: The Morning Show)"In my mind I'm not 'Sophie the girl with no legs' but someone completely normal. I think of myself as Sophie the chatterbox, the socialite, the girl who loves a good hamburger and enjoys each day as much as she can."
(Image: @soph.delezio/Instagram)London calling: Last year, Sophie set off for an adventure of a lifetime as she moved to London to study.
(Image: Julie Adams/The Weekly)"I will miss my family and my friends but at the same time there is a sense of anticipation that is almost overwhelming. It's as though I am finally getting an opportunity to spread my wings and sample everything that the world has to offer – but on my terms and in my own way. It's an adventure," she told The Weekly before her trip.
(Image: @soph.delezio/Instagram)"I am so happy, I just love it here," Sophie revealed of her life in London.
(Image: @soph.delezio/Instagram)"London is an incredible city. And yes, I even love the weather – cold and rainy suits me fine, but so far I've had sunshine and that's great, too! I've got a new sense of independence since moving here, it's taught me a lot,"
(Image: @soph.delezio/Instagram)Following her stint in London, Sophie has since moved back to Sydney and we can't wait to see what she does next!
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