'I know it's me, but I see a different person' – Face Transplant Recipient Shares His St (www.bbc.com)

Warning for potentially graphic injuries.

Eight years ago, Robert Chelsea was hit by a drunk driver and sustained third-degree burns on more than half of his body. In 2019, he became the first ever African American recipient of a full-face transplant. Filmed & directed: Hannah Long-Higgins Producer: Ben Davis Sound Recordists: Tamika Adams, Paige Sutherland Executive Producer: Vara Szajkowski With thanks to Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

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Incredible journey this man has gone through. Robert looks much better now than he did before. Even when he was heavily scarred, he was still a humble, kind person, and brings me a lot of joy to know he finally has the lips to kiss his daughter on the cheek again.