Rajee Narinesingh’s life is a story of survival, resilience, and hard-earned transformation. Once cruelly labeled “Cement Face,” she became a cautionary figure in the world of illegal cosmetic procedures, black-market plastic surgery, and the dangers of unlicensed medical practices—particularly for marginalized communities.
Born in New York, Rajee knew from a young age that her body didn’t match her identity. Like many transgender women, she faced years of social pressure and limited access to safe, affordable gender-affirming care. In the early 2000s, desperate for feminization but unable to afford professional treatment, she turned to Oneal Ron Morris, later infamous as the “toxic tush doctor,” who promised quick, inexpensive cosmetic results.
In 2005, Rajee underwent injections she believed were safe fillers—but they contained industrial substances like cement, superglue, and tire sealant. Her face, breasts, hips, and buttocks hardened and became disfigured. The physical damage was severe, but the emotional toll was just as devastating. Social isolation, shame, and chronic pain followed, while sensational media labeled her a spectacle rather than a victim.
Her life began to change when she appeared on the reality show Botched, gaining access to expert reconstructive surgeons. The surgeries were long and complex, but they softened her facial structure, restored confidence, and allowed her story to reach a global audience. Meanwhile, Morris was eventually sentenced to ten years in prison in 2017 for her illegal practices, a case that highlighted the dangers of unlicensed cosmetic medicine.
In 2021, Morris reached out, asking for forgiveness. Rajee responded with grace, choosing to forgive while questioning some of Morris’s claims. She has since transformed her trauma into purpose. Today, Rajee is an activist, author, speaker, and advocate for transgender rights, medical ethics, and body autonomy. She shares her story on television, in books, and at public events, educating others about the risks of illegal procedures and the importance of safe, licensed care.
Rajee’s life is no longer defined by the harm done to her. She has reclaimed her narrative, turning pain into empowerment. Her journey is a testament to survival, resilience, and the enduring human capacity to heal, advocate, and thrive even after profound medical exploitation.