An Instagram account has emerged claiming to be Rageh Omaar after he suffered a health crisis while live on ITV News. The account, with 54 followers, has posted various statements, including a pregnancy announcement. Omaar has not posted on his verified Twitter account since the incident and does not have an official Instagram account. Representatives have been contacted regarding the fake page. Omaar, a British journalist, is reportedly recovering at home after a suspected mini-stroke while hosting ITV’s News at Ten. Concerns were raised about why he continued to present the news despite his health condition, with questions about ITV’s handling of the situation and why a replacement presenter was not brought in.
ITV has denied prior knowledge of Omaar’s health before the incident and has expressed concern for his recovery. Omaar himself thanked fans, medical staff, colleagues, and viewers for their support after the mini-stroke. The network swiftly removed the program from its schedule and hopes for Omaar’s return when he is ready. Omaar’s friends mentioned he is doing well after the frightening episode that viewers witnessed. An insider raised concerns about why a medical emergency was not addressed immediately during the live broadcast. A former ITN executive called for an investigation into why Omaar continued to present the news and why a replacement wasn’t brought in.
The Instagram account purportedly belonging to Rageh Omaar started posting over the weekend and has shared personal updates, including a pregnancy announcement. Omaar is yet to address the fake account and does not have an official presence on Instagram. Close sources revealed that Omaar is “up and about at home” following the health scare. Viewers noticed his slurred speech and drooping eye during the live broadcast, prompting a concerned nurse to contact ITV for immediate assistance. Questions have been raised about why Omaar was allowed to continue presenting the news despite his condition.
The aftermath of the incident has raised questions about how ITV handled Omaar’s health crisis and why he was not replaced by another presenter. ITV has stated they were not aware of Omaar’s condition beforehand and are wishing him a speedy recovery. Omaar expressed gratitude for the support he received following the mini-stroke and his determination to finish the program. The network swiftly removed the affected broadcast and is awaiting Omaar’s return when he feels ready. Concerns remain about why Omaar remained on air despite his health issue and why a replacement was not brought in, raising doubts about ITV’s handling of the situation.
The emergence of the fake Instagram account claiming to be Rageh Omaar adds another layer of complexity to the aftermath of the health crisis. While Omaar’s friends mention he is recovering at home, the Instagram account has been posting personal updates and a pregnancy announcement in his name. Omaar has not addressed the fake account on his verified Twitter profile and does not have an official Instagram presence. Representatives have been contacted regarding the unauthorized use of Omaar’s likeness and information. The incident has sparked discussion about the responsibility of broadcasters to ensure the health and well-being of their presenters during live broadcasts, particularly in cases of medical emergencies.
