Overview
- The Australian reporter appeared visibly impaired during a live cross from Livigno for Channel 9’s Today show.
- She admitted having consumed alcohol beforehand and said cold, altitude and not having eaten magnified the effect.
- The clip spread rapidly on social media, prompting memes and a split public reaction.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese publicly backed her and urged people to downplay the incident.
- She completed the segment and returned the next day to apologize on air, with no disciplinary measures reported.