Piers Morgan Shares Update on Recovery Following Hip Replacement Surgery
British television personality and former CNN anchor Piers Morgan has provided an update on his health status after undergoing hip replacement surgery. The procedure was necessary due to injuries sustained from a fall at a restaurant in London. Morgan shared the news through a characteristically witty social media post on Sunday.
Cheeky Social Media Update Details Injury and Recovery Timeline
"New Year off to a cracking start!" Morgan quipped on Instagram, accompanying his message with two photographs. One image showed an X-ray of his injury, while the other was a selfie taken from his hospital bed. He explained that the fall resulted in a fractured femur, which ultimately required the hip surgery.
The media personality outlined his expected recovery period, noting he will need to use crutches for approximately six weeks. Additionally, he mentioned he will be unable to undertake long-distance flights for about twelve weeks as he continues his rehabilitation process.
Morgan's Humorous Jab at Former U.S. President
In typical fashion, Morgan couldn't resist adding a political twist to his health update. "I blame Donald Trump," he wrote, injecting humor into his medical situation. This comment references his complicated history with the former American president, whom he once supported but later publicly criticized.
On Monday, Morgan followed up with another social media post featuring a photograph of himself reading a newspaper article about his accident while still in the hospital. Tagging his "Good Morning Britain" colleagues Ed Balls and Susanna Reid, he wrote, "I think you guys are missing the really big news today."
Background on Morgan's Relationship with Trump
Morgan's connection with Donald Trump dates back to 2008 when he appeared on and won "The Celebrity Apprentice." This experience forged an early relationship with the future U.S. president. For years, Morgan maintained alignment with Trump, but his perspective shifted dramatically following the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
After the events of that day, Morgan expressed regret for his previous support, stating, "I never thought he was capable of this." He further elaborated, "He didn't just cross a line. He trampled all over that line." This marked a significant turning point in their association.
Current Political Interview Focus on "Piers Morgan Uncensored"
Although Morgan has distanced himself personally from Trump, his television program "Piers Morgan Uncensored" continues to feature interviews with various prominent Republican figures and conservative commentators. Recent guests have included Kentucky Senator Rand Paul, former New York Representative George Santos, as well as far-right personalities Nick Fuentes and Candace Owens.
This approach demonstrates Morgan's ongoing interest in engaging with diverse political perspectives, even as his personal views regarding certain individuals have evolved. The hip surgery and recovery period represent a temporary interruption in his normally busy broadcasting schedule, though his characteristic humor remains intact throughout the healing process.
