Diamond Garrett has opened up about the devastating shooting that changed her life at just 18 years old, revealing that 79 rounds were fired during the incident and that she was struck by nine bullets.
Garrett shared details of her experience during an appearance featured on The Sisaundra Show, describing how what began as giving a friend a ride turned into a life-changing ordeal.
According to Garrett’s account, 79 rounds were fired and nine of the bullets hit her, leaving her paralysed. Her story has since become one of survival, resilience and determination as she continues to rebuild her life.
Garrett’s experience has also been documented publicly as part of her work as a gun-violence survivor, motivational speaker and wheelchair dancer. A 2026 speaker profile describes her as having been shot nine times during the incident and later pursuing dance and advocacy after her injury.
Rather than allowing the shooting to define the rest of her life, Garrett went on to adapt to life in a wheelchair and continue dancing. Her journey has included motivational speaking, advocacy and supporting members of the disability community.
Her story is a powerful reminder of how quickly an ordinary moment can change and how survivors can continue building meaningful lives after devastating circumstances.
Garrett’s account has attracted renewed attention through her appearance on The Sisaundra Show, where she continued sharing the story behind her survival and the journey that followed.
Part 1 Diamond Garrett Reveals How She Survived Being Shot 9 Times
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