True Love Is About The Heart, Not The Looks

In 2011, Turia Pitt’s life changed forever. The young mining engineer and former model was competing in an ultramarathon in Western Australia’s Kimberley region when she was caught in a horrific bushfire. With no way to escape, she suffered burns to 65% of her body. Her injuries were so severe that she lost several fingers and required more than 200 surgeries over the years.

Despite the immense pain and challenges, Turia Pitt was never alone. Her longtime partner, Michael Hoskin, stood by her through it all. He even left his job as a police officer to care for her, proving that his love was deeper than physical appearance. His unwavering support helped Turia regain her confidence, reminding her that true beauty lies within.

In 2015, during a romantic trip to the Maldives, Michael proposed to Turia, making their unbreakable love story even more powerful. “I’m so in love. Michael has been my life partner for years, and we’ve talked about marriage before, but the proposal still took me by surprise,” she shared in an interview.

Their love story captured the world’s attention, especially after Michael’s heartwarming response to a question about why he never left her. When asked if he ever considered walking away, he simply said: “I married her soul, her character – not her body.”

Today, Turia Pitt is an inspiration to millions. She has become a motivational speaker, author, and advocate, proving that resilience, self-love, and true love can conquer even the toughest of challenges.