TV star Donna Air in secret hospital dash after fracturing spine in two places
DONNA Air has revealed she was secretly whisked to hospital after fracturing her spine in two place.
The TV star, 43, has shared a picture of herself in a neck brace and revealed she suffered the horrendous injury two weeks ago.
Donna, who found fame as a teen in kids’ show Byker Grove, is thankfully now up on her feet but still restricted to the brace.
Writing on Instagram, she said: “Well the year has ended with a bang. Just when I thought this Christmas would be without restrictions – I have managed to fractured my spine in two places .
“I guess sometimes we are stopped in our tracks and reminded yet again to keep it simple, looking forward to seeing so many of you when I am back in my dancing shoes.
“Grateful to my nearest and dearest who have kept me smiling these past two weeks especially @freyaaspinalll AKA ‘The elf who saved Christmas.
“A natural COO and the most expert of shoppers.”
Donna signed off: “Sending you all lots of love, Happy Christmas everyone & to those facing their own challenges, remember this too shall pass.”