Samantha Armytage fractured her ankle in multiple places after missing a step while taking out the rubbish at home over the weekend, according to an Instagram update shared by the 49-year-old television presenter on Tuesday. Despite wearing a moon boot and keeping her injured limb elevated, Armytage stated she intends to return to her hosting role on the Nine Network’s Today show on Wednesday morning.
The Domestic Mishap Behind the Absence
The breakfast television veteran took to social media to explain her sudden absence from the morning program. Sitting with her injured foot raised above her heart, Armytage detailed the unglamorous nature of the incident to her followers.
“I know what you’re all thinking, why is she there with her ankle raised above her heart,” Armytage said on Instagram. She revealed she had “fractured it in a couple of places” after a simple misstep.
“I wish I had a sexy story for you, but I don’t,” she added. “I was taking the rubbish out over the weekend one morning and I just missed the bottom step and twisted it.”
Did you know? Armytage returned to breakfast television on July 27, stepping in to fill Sarah Abo’s seat on the Today show while Abo takes maternity leave. Prior to her current stint, Armytage spent nearly a decade at Seven’s Sunrise before quitting the program in 2021.
Return to Breakfast TV Amid Media Spotlight
Despite the severity of the fractures, Armytage confirmed she would “endeavour” to be back on air for Wednesday’s broadcast. She also acknowledged during her video update that “a lot of people out there” were facing much harder circumstances.
Last week, Barr accidentally shared an Instagram video with her 121,000 followers that inadvertently featured a screenshot she had taken of Armytage during her debut appearance on the Today set.
Speaking about the awkward gaffe on the red carpet of the Logie Awards, Armytage told News24.com.au that she found the public attention amusing and positive.
“I think it’s all very flattering, you know,” she laughed, adding, “It’s lovely when people take photos of you.”
Long-Running Rivalry and Career Context
The accidental social media reveal revived public interest in the history between Armytage and Barr. The two prominent TV figures worked alongside each other for years on Seven’s Sunrise.
When Armytage departed Sunrise in 2021, Barr stepped up from her role as news presenter to co-host the program alongside David ‘Kochie’ Koch. Following that high-profile network reshuffle, Barr spoke to The Australian Women’s Weekly regarding speculation about their professional relationship, explaining that she and Armytage “didn’t really see each other outside the office” due to living different lives and moving in separate social circles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Samantha Armytage injure her ankle?
According to Armytage’s Instagram statement, she fractured her ankle in multiple places after missing the bottom step while taking out the rubbish over the weekend.
When did Samantha Armytage join the Today show?
Armytage returned to breakfast television on July 27 to fill in for regular co-host Sarah Abo during her maternity leave.
What was the social media incident involving Nat Barr?
Nat Barr accidentally posted an Instagram video featuring a screenshot she had taken of Armytage during Armytage’s debut appearance on Nine’s Today set.
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