Maggie Beer rushed to hospital
Maggie Beer has been rushed to hospital after she suffered a nasty fall in her Barossa Valley home in South Australia.
The Aussie food icon shared a statement with her followers on Instagram to share to the news, saying she had suffered minor bone fractures and a few cuts and bruises.
The 79-year-old assured her fans that she will make a full recovery after her stint in hospital, but her family said in the post “it may just take a little while”.
Maggie's family wrote on Instagram that her husband Col had been at home at the time of the fall, adding that "she is now in the excellent hands of her doctors who are confident she will make a full recovery."
“More than anything else, Maggie hates letting people down. But she has multiple events and public engagements coming up that she may have to miss,” the social media post said.
“She has asked us to apologise on her behalf to all those affected — and has asked for your patience as she recuperates.”
Maggie's famous friends and fans were quick to comment well wishes on her post, wishing her a speedy recovery.
“Sending you all our love and healing energy beautiful Maggie,” fellow celebrity chef, Kylie Kwong said.
Chef Peter Gilmore added, "Look after yourself Maggie. You are loved by so many people an inspiration, take time to heal."
“Maggie is one of the very best x hugs for a full recovery very soon. Wonderful lady, get better soon,” a fan commented.
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