Former Sunrise host Samantha Armytage offered fans a glimpse into her surprisingly relatable world this week, sharing a common domestic blunder that struck a chord with many. The 49-year-old television personality, often seen gracing the champagne-soaked lawns of Derby Day, revealed a more down-to-earth side after an unfortunate encounter with a six-pack of beer.
A Parking Garage Mishap
Taking to her Instagram stories on Monday, Armytage posed a simple question to her followers: "How's your day going?" The accompanying image, however, told a fuller story. It showed the concrete deck of a parking garage littered with the shattered remains of a boutique beer six-pack. The TV star captioned the image with a wry, "Summer off to a good start."
In a subsequent slide, the presenter showed that not all was lost, sharing a photo of three bottles that had miraculously survived the fall. "I managed to save three - that's a 50 per cent success rate," she joked in her signature self-deprecating style. She confirmed the incident warranted a three-slide story, including a shot of her wearing flip-flops in the midst of the broken glass.
Injury and Aftermath
The mishap was not without consequence. Armytage revealed the accident had left her with a painful souvenir. "I have glass in my foot," she stated plainly. Ever the pragmatist, she then outlined her immediate plan for recovery: "And now I'm going to have a beer. But not one of those frothy ones off the ground."
This candid share presented a twist on her public image as a style icon and A-list event regular, showcasing a moment of unfiltered, everyday humour that resonated widely with her audience.
Addressing Love Life and On-Screen Chemistry
The beer bottle blunder comes after Armytage has been open about her personal life following her split from husband Richard Lavender at the end of last year. During an appearance on The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show in October, she was asked if she believed she would find love again.
"Of course I'll find love again," the 49-year-old declared confidently, before bursting into laughter. She cheekily added, "I mean, I'm keeping my options open." She assured fans she was doing well, stating, "I am fine. Don't worry about me, I'm having fun as always."
However, she hinted at being more selective in future, saying, "I will find love again for sure... I'll be very good at choosing this time."
Her comments arrive amidst persistent speculation about a potential romance with her Golden Bachelor co-star, Barry 'Bear' Myrden, 61. Fans have been quick to note their apparent chemistry since the show's debut and their joint appearance at the Logies earlier this year.
Social media has been abuzz with comments from viewers suggesting the pair would make a good couple, with one person on X quipping they had "read enough reality dating romances to know that the best ones are where the star falls for the host."
When asked about the rumours in an exclusive interview with the Daily Mail at the Golden Bachelor premiere in Sydney on Monday, Bear was effusive in his praise for Armytage's hosting skills, calling her "sensational" and "great." However, he was quick to address the dating gossip, simply stating, "Let's just say they are rumours."
For now, Armytage appears content navigating life's little accidents—whether they involve broken glass or broken hearts—with a cold beer in hand and her characteristic sense of humour intact.
