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Stephen Fry Returns to Work Just Three Months After Stage Fall

Stephen Fry has resumed work after a three-month recovery from a severe fall that occurred during his lecture about AI at London's O2 Arena. Fry suffered multiple fractures, including his leg, pelvis, and ribs, in the 6ft drop onto concrete. He discussed his recuperation on Claudia Winkleman's BBC Radio 2 show, revealing he managed to avoid spinal and skull injuries by chance.
Fry will be seen hosting the UK adaptation of the popular American quiz show "Jeopardy!" on ITV. He expressed gratitude for being able to attend an event in Zurich without his walking stick and credited constant physiotherapy for his recovery. Although initially hesitant to take Oxycontin due to its addictive nature and his past struggles with drug addiction, he accepted it upon medical advice.

While Fry shared concerns about moving around London without his cane, he acknowledged the excellent care received at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich and admitted he felt thankful, despite calling it a "tired cliché."

The opportunity to host "Jeopardy!" came serendipitously after mentioning the program to his American agent, leading to him landing the role. The show, an "absolute institution" with its unique answer-and-question format, begins on New Year's Day. Fry praised the format as the best he's ever seen. He recounted this episode to Winkleman, adding humor to his unexpected appointment as host.
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