October 5th 2023.
Fiona Bruce appeared on Question Time with a black eye and a sling, causing concern among viewers. Before the show started, the BBC presenter addressed her appearance, noting that she didn't look her usual self. She revealed she had a nasty accident while horse riding and that was the reason for her injuries.
"I thought I'd just mention it," she said to viewers. "It's the least interesting thing in the programme but in case you're wondering, I broke my hand and I've got the remnants of a black eye because I fell off a horse."
Fiona, 59, joined the other panelists in Wolverhampton to discuss the big political issues of the week despite her injuries. Taking to Twitter during the broadcast, viewers wished her a speedy recovery.
The Antiques Roadshow host has spoken openly about her love of horse riding in the past. She told The Daily Mail in 2021 that she's ok with 'always being pretty rubbish' at it, given that she took to riding 'very late in life'. Despite this, she still 'loves' it.
"It takes me to a different place," she said. "I can't think about anything else when I'm doing it. I love being around horses. I love the speed. I love being outdoors."
Fiona has presented Question Times since 2019 when she took over from long-serving host David Dimbleby. On what her weekends look like amid her busy schedule, she admitted that she likes to do as much horse riding as she can.
Question Time airs Thursdays on BBC One and iPlayer.
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