Donna Air has revealed that she fractured her spine in two places earlier this month.
The actor, 43 – who rose to fame on Byker Grove – spoke about the injury in a post on Instagram this evening. The post included photos of Donna sporting a neck brace.
Alongside such photos, she explained to her followers on the platform that she sustained the injury a few weeks ago – though she didn't reveal how it had occurred.
She wrote: "Well the year has ended with a bang. Just when I thought this Christmas would be without restrictions – I have managed to fracture my spine in two places.
"I guess sometimes we are stopped in our tracks and reminded yet again to keep it simple, looking forward to seeing so many of you when I am back in my dancing shoes."
Donna took the opportunity in the post to thank her loved ones for their support throughout her recovery. She gave a special shout-out to her daughter Freya Aspinall, 19.
She wrote: "Grateful to my nearest and dearest who have kept me smiling these past two weeks especially [Freya] AKA 'the elf who saved Christmas'. A natural COO and the most expert of shoppers."
"Sending you all lots of love. Happy Christmas everyone and to those facing their own challenges, remember this too shall pass," she concluded the recent post.
The post included a photo of Donna lying in bed whilst sporting a neck brace. Another showed the TV presenter wearing the collar whilst out with some friends. There was also a mirror selfie showing her in a hospital gown.
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Some of her followers took to the comments section to express well-wishes. This included messages from presenter Lisa Snowdon, 50, and ice skater Mark Hanretty, 37.
Lisa responded to the news about the injury by writing: "Oh darling that's horrible." She further commented: "Sending love and a quick recovery".
Mark - who was partnered with Donna for Dancing on Ice in 2018 - wrote in his response earlier tonight: "Yikes. Heal soon." He added in his comment: "Sending positive vibes".
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