Angela Rippon experienced a severe asthma attack that caused her to temporarily cease breathing during a performance on the Strictly Come Dancing tour in Liverpool. The 79-year-old broadcaster detailed the health scare in an Instagram video, explaining she had to be treated by on-site paramedics after the incident and subsequently missed shows in Leeds due to an infection that led to the asthma attack. Despite the setback, Rippon has rejoined the tour, performing again in Manchester with dance partner Kai W
Rippon relayed how an infection affected her breathing and led to the attack just before her dance, which she described as frightening for her and Widdrington.
She required oxygen immediately after leaving the stage. Doctors later advised her to take a two-day break from the tour for rest and medication.
Now back on the tour, Rippon expressed gratitude for the support received and excitement about returning to the dance floor. The Strictly live tour confirmed Rippon's absence from two Leeds performances but her return in Manchester.
Known for being a trailblazing female journalist on BBC national television news and a part of the original Come Dancing series, Rippon has had a storied career, including presenting the Eurovision Song Contest and appearing alongside Morecambe and Wise.
She made history on Strictly by competing as the oldest contestant, reaching the Blackpool Tower Ballroom special before elimination. The tour commenced in Birmingham and included stops in various UK cities.
Now back on the tour, Rippon expressed gratitude for the support received and excitement about returning to the dance floor. The Strictly live tour confirmed Rippon's absence from two Leeds performances but her return in Manchester.
Known for being a trailblazing female journalist on BBC national television news and a part of the original Come Dancing series, Rippon has had a storied career, including presenting the Eurovision Song Contest and appearing alongside Morecambe and Wise.
She made history on Strictly by competing as the oldest contestant, reaching the Blackpool Tower Ballroom special before elimination. The tour commenced in Birmingham and included stops in various UK cities.
