The broadcaster disappeared during his GB News Breakfast show on Tuesday morning, after being quiet throughout the beginning of the programme.
Read more:‘I was frozen with fear’: Kathryn Thomas recounts terrifying ordeal that has never left herHis absence wasn't addressed during the show, however afterward a GB News spokesperson has said that the star was forced to leave early due to ill health. He added that he considered pulling out of the award ceremony because he felt so sore, but that he has great support and is working hard to overcome his chronic pain."I get very resentful that I'm not the way I used to be but I get on with it. I work hard at trying to walk. It's very hard to get through a normal day but I have help from people around me."