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Channel 9’s Danika Mason Apologizes for On-Air Lapse at Winter Olympics

Mason apologized, taking responsibility for a lapse during Olympic coverage in Livigno.

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.