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Kate Lally

Dan Walker left covered in blood after horror bike smash

Broadcaster Dan Walker said he is "glad to be alive" after getting hit by a car while cycling.

The 45-year-old former BBC Breakfast presenter shared a series of images of his bloodied face while sitting in an ambulance, alongside a selfie with the NHS staff who were caring for him. Dan, who is also well-known for his stint on Strictly Come Dancing, left his role at the Beeb after six years back in 2022.

He left to join 5 News at Channel 5, replacing Sian Williams.

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On Monday, Dan tweeted: "Bit of an accident this morning. Glad to be alive after getting hit by a car on my bike. Face is a mess but I don't think anything is broken.

"Thanks to Shaun and Jamie for sorting me out and the lovely copper at the scene. This is my smiling. Thankful for our NHS."

Fans have rushed to wish him well. Replying to the tweet, Katie said: "Gosh Dan! Wishing you a speedy recovery!!", while Sian said: "Oh love, so glad you're ok x". Strictly's Motsi Mabuse said: "Oh wow !!! Get well soon".

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