Scots TV darling Gail Porter has been attacked outside her home after trying to break up a fight between two women. The presenter flew into the street after hearing an argument on a street next to her London flat on Saturday night.
One of the women struck her in the face while she was attempting to defuse the situation. The 51-year-old is said to be badly shaken and has a sore jaw.
The defiant former host of top of the pops says she is fine but added that she wished the 'world was a better place.' It is not known if the incident was reported to police.
Posting on her Twitter account, Edinburgh -born Gail said: "Please remind me when two women are fighting outside my home don't go out and try and make peace. At home now with a punch to the jaw. Got to love London.
"Just ran out when two girls were killing each other in my street. Managed to break it up but one decided to hit me. Still standing.
"It was two girls off their heads. I just wanted to calm it down as it was upsetting the neighbours. Just wanted to keep the peace.
"Glad I jumped in as it was looking bad. A punch to me was better than what they were doing to each other.
"Totally fine. Bit shaken but all good. It's all sinking in. Blinds down.. may stay a few days indoors.
"I'm Scottish. I can take a sore jaw. Just wish the world was a better place."
Messages of support from friends and fans poured in for Gail, who has hosted TV shows including Children In Need, Fully Booked and Dead Famous.
Gillian Broderick posted: "Take my hat off to you for even going out there to help. Most people would have ignored it."
Radio presenter Janice Forsyth posted: "FFS. Hope you're OK."
Al Beaton said: "Glad you're OK, jaw might be tender but you should be proud for doing right thing."
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