louise minchin dress© Photo: Getty Images

Louise Minchin returns to BBC Breakfast as she makes heartfelt plea

This is so important

Senior Online Writer
April 27, 2022

Louise Minchin returned to BBC Breakfast's iconic red sofa on Wednesday for the first time since leaving the show last September.

The presenter reunited with her former co-host Dan Walker to speak out about a cause close to her heart.

MORE: Louise Minchin opens up about husband's health battle

The mum-of-two also opened up on social media as she shared a sweet photo with Dan and his new co-star, Sally Nugent as they sat together on set.

"What a wonderful blast from the past to be back on the @bbcbreakfast sofa again with my friends @sallynugenttv and @mrdanwalker to talk about a subject close to my heart #HRTShortages," Louise wrote.

WATCH: Louise Minchin surprised by husband on BBC Breakfast

The trio beamed in the photo and the star confirmed her happiness at her return, despite the seriousness of the topic, writing: "I felt giddy to be back. Our chat was on at 0810 if you want to catch up on @bbciplayer. #wakeuptomenopause."

READ: Louise Minchin and daughter Mia detail horrifying stalking ordeal for the first time - 'I was in floods of tears'

MORE: Louise Minchin expresses 'pain and anguish' in heartfelt statement

HRT, or hormone replacement therapy, helps with menopause side effects including mood changes and hot flushes, but there are currently shortages of some types of medication, with manufacturers struggling to source ingredients.

Louise was delighted to reunite with Dan and Sally

Speaking about her experience of the menopause on the show, the broadcaster said: "For me it had a physical impact. I had heart palpitations, I had tinnitus… all sorts of things… I remember the brain fog is very real… these are very real problems."

Louise's Instagram followers rushed to support her and to share their delight in seeing her back on their screens, with one writing: "Good to see you back & looking lovely & relaxed."

The star co-hosted BBC Breakfast for a decade

Others commented: " Lovely to see you on the sofa again," "Such an amazing chat & so needed – Thank you," "Lovely to see you again," and: "Lovely to see you back again Louise… you just breezed through that interview like you never had left."

The 53-year-old was a main presenter on Breakfast for ten years before moving on.

Like this story? Sign up to our HELLO! Mail newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox.

Transform your routine with expert advice from our beauty and wellness team

Email Address

By entering your details, you are agreeing to HELLO! Magazine User Data Protection Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time. For more information, please click here.

More Health & Fitness

See more