Sophia Loren has been hospitalized after suffering a bad fall inside her home in Switzerland.
The Hollywood Reporter reported news that the 89-year-old Italian icon had slipped on Sunday in her bathroom.
The outlet said Sophia has sustained multiple fractures to her hip, and a serious fracture to her femur which resulted in surgery.
© Mondadori Portfolio/GettyThe news was initially broken by a restaurant that Sophia was set to open on September 26 in the Italian city of Bari.
© Getty Images"A fall at her home in Geneva today caused Ms Loren hip fractures," a brief statement read on social media. "Operated with a positive outcome, she will now have to observe a short period of recovery and follow a road to rehabilitation.
"Thankfully everything worked out for the best and the Lady will be back with us very soon."
The whole team at Sophia Loren Restaurant takes this opportunity to wish her a speedy recovery. "Her sons, Carlo and Edoardo, are reportedly by their mother's side at the hospital where she will recover.
Sophia recently celebrated her 89th birthday on September 20.
Sophia's 6 invaluable life lessons
© Mondadori Portfolio1. Self life
Sophia constantly cheers herself on and finds security in her authentic self. This self-assuredness has been a cornerstone of her remarkable career and life.
2. Familial bonds
Sophia underscores the value of communication and staying in touch with loved ones, which brings a sense of grounding and happiness.
3. Mindfulness
Sophia savours every precious moment, even the simplest pleasures like indulging in a piece of chocolate. This philosophy speaks to her ability to find joy in the present and live life to the fullest.
4. Accentuate the positive
Sophia steers clear of negative thinking. By cultivating a positive mindset, Sophia demonstrates that embracing optimism can be transformative.
5. Be natural
Sophia advocates natural ageing. She rejects the pressure to alter one's body or appearance and extols the virtue of being content with oneself.
6. Acceptance
Sophia accepts life's inevitable changes, though acknowledges some emotions can never be entirely overcome.
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