Alison Hammond Leaves ‘This Morning’ Mid-Show, Hospitalized After Health Concern

TV host Alison Hammond leaves 'This Morning' mid-broadcast, hospitalized after health concerns. Updates on her condition and future return.

Editorial Desk

October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — TV personality Alison Hammond was abruptly removed from the live broadcast of ‘This Morning’ on Friday after experiencing mild discomfort, leading to her hospitalization.

The incident occurred during a segment discussing pets, with co-host Dermot O’Leary informing viewers that Hammond had to leave the set due to feeling unwell. He later confirmed she would not be returning for the remainder of the show.

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Hammond later shared a video on social media from her hospital bed, joking about taking a day off while addressing concerns about her well-being. She explained she experienced a brief palpitation and was undergoing medical checks, expressing hope it was just a panic attack. The 51-year-old, known for her roles on ‘X Factor’ and ‘Strictly Come Dancing,’ has been a co-host on ‘This Morning’ since 2021.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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