Channel 4 star Ellie Warner won't be gracing our screens on Googlebox this Friday, after her boyfriend Nat Eddleston was involved in a terrifying smash.
As reported by the Daily Star, 31-year-old Nat was hit by a car last week, and is said to have sustained a broken neck and collapsed lungs during the crash.
Ellie has appeared on the popular Channel 4 show since 2015 alongside sister Izzi, but has been by Nat's side since the incident.
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A TV insider has said she will miss filming this week, and it is not known if sister Izzi will take up a solo role.
The source said: "Ellie has been told to take all the time she needs - everyone on the show is hoping and praying Nat will be ok."
Nat, who works as a plumber, had been drinking with a few mates in his local pub in Halton, Leeds, before the accident.
He was struck by a white Seat Leon travelling out of the city just after midnight on Saturday, March 19.
The car, which sustained a smashed windscreen and dented roof in the incident, reportedly continued for about 100 yards before stopping.
An anonymous family member has stated: "Nat is in intensive care with a broken neck, broken back, two collapsed lungs and possible brain damage.
"He is on a life support machine and all the family and Ellie are obviously very worried for him.”
Ellie and sister Izzi are huge favourites from the Channel 4 show, and fans have been showering Ellie with support since the news broke.
One wrote: "Sending you lots of love. I had the same injuries 30 years ago in an accident and although it’s a tough road he will get through it.
I’m only saying this so you know people get through it. Sending lots of positive vibes to you xx"
During the height of lockdown in 2020, Nat made a cameo appearance alongside Ellie on their sofa, and was a hit with viewers.
Gogglebox resumes on Friday, March 25, at 9pm on Channel 4.
