English broadcaster Piers Morgan recently updated the world about his health through a social media post. He suffered a shocking hospitalization after breaking his hip in a painful fall.
Morgan's Serious Injury Details
On Sunday, the 60-year-old media personality explained his situation on X. He tripped on a small step inside a London hotel restaurant. This accident caused him to fracture the neck of his femur.
The injury proved severe enough to require a full hip replacement surgery. Doctors now tell Morgan to expect up to three months of restricted movement. They specifically advised against long-haul travel for at least twelve weeks to ensure proper recovery.
Morgan's Viral Social Media Announcement
Morgan shared a picture of himself lying in a hospital bed. He described falling like a sack of spuds after misjudging the step. The broadcaster will need to use crutches for six weeks during his recovery period.
His post listed the key points of his accident and recovery timeline in a numbered format:
- Tripped on a small step.
- The incident happened in a London hotel restaurant.
- Fractured his femur.
- The damage was so bad he needed a new hip.
- Currently recovering in hospital.
- Will use crutches for six weeks.
- No long-haul travel for twelve weeks.
Morgan ended his announcement with two humorous puns. He wrote New Year off to a cracking start! He then added I blame Donald Trump.
Public Reaction to Morgan's Post
Morgan and Trump have maintained a long-time alliance. Many social media users understood the broadcaster's friendly jab at the American president. Others expressed anger at his comment.
One user wrote that Morgan cannot blame President Donald J. Trump for everything. They noted that age causes falls and breaks, wishing him a speedy recovery. Another user joked about a curse affecting those who question Trump.
Former Newsnight host Emily Maitlis responded with concern. She wrote Noooo. This is absurd! along with heart symbols.
The Unlikely Friendship History
The broadcaster and the president have known each other for seventeen years. They first met when Morgan appeared on Trump's Celebrity Apprentice in 2008. Morgan actually won that season of the reality television show.
According to The Spectator, Trump praised Morgan at the show's conclusion. He called him a vicious, tough, and smart guy who beat everyone to become the Celebrity Apprentice.
Eight years later when Trump won the presidency in 2016, Morgan sent him a congratulatory card. He echoed Trump's earlier words back to him, replacing Celebrity Apprentice with President of the United States.
Recent Strain in Their Relationship
Over the years, the two public figures maintained a stable relationship. Recently, that friendship might be facing some troubles.
Morgan recently criticized his long-time friend over trade policies. He specifically called out Trump's imposition of tariffs on countries trading with Iran.
In another X post, Morgan wrote that Britain should repurchase America. He referenced historical ownership and North Atlantic security. He threatened tariffs if Trump refused this very good deal.
No reply from Trump has appeared yet. Most observers consider a response unlikely at this time.
