Gio Benitez, a familiar face on Good Morning America, has recently opened up about the possibility of missing some upcoming episodes of the popular morning show because of an injury he sustained. Sharing a series of photos on social media, Benitez was seen using crutches, which immediately sparked concern among his fans and viewers who have grown accustomed to his daily presence on television. While he hasn’t yet provided detailed updates about the nature or severity of his injury, the images have left many wondering about his health and hoping for a speedy recovery. This unexpected development has added a note of uncertainty to the morning show’s lineup, as fans await further news on when Gio might return to the studio fully healed and back on air.
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Good Morning America star Gio Benitez has revealed an injury that may keep him away from the showCredit: Getty
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The GMA star posted a photo of himself online on crutches, sharing with fans that he sprained his ankleCredit: Instagram/giobenitez
Gio, 39, posed for a photo in a black T-shirt and blue gym shorts with crutches at his sides.
He had a smile on his face despite his right foot being wrapped in tan bandages.
“Welp! Sprained my ankle yesterday and on that healing journey. [face palm emoji]. Hoping to see you on @goodmorningamerica Saturday and Sunday (I may or may not be rocking a little boot…TBD!)” he captioned the post.
GMA fans in the comments sent well wishes, while others asked questions about the injury.
“Gio, we REALLY have to get your to space – up there – no sprained ankles, and if you happen to have one, no crutches needed! Feel better!” a supporter wrote.
“Oh no! I hope it heals quickly! (A medical fact that a bedazzled cast helps things heal faster..listen to Tommy!) xo,” a second fan posted.
“Get well soon brutha!” urged a third commenter.
“Feel better speedy recovery,” a fourth fan penned.
“Oh no what happened!!!!!! oh ok please get well soon!!!!!!” demanded a concerned supporter.
“Eeeeeeeeek! I hope you’re okay !! What happen [sic] ?” wondered a sixth commenter.
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‘OPPORTUNITY TO ACCESSORIZE’
Gio appeared to be in good spirits despite his injury and fans in the comments were having a field day, making light-hearted comments.
Gio’s husband, Tommy DiDario, commented, “I still don’t know why you won’t let me sign and bedazzle your cast.”
Fans got a kick out of the comment, and appeared to support the idea.
“Oh no G…I’m with T go for the bedazzle,” one fan joked.
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“What?!?!?! Oh no….rest up & let Tommy bedazzle the cast!” mocked a second.
“Oh no! Feel better if I were there that cast would be bedazzled,” a third person posted.
“Sending healing vibes & you should let @tommydidario bedazzle,” a fourth shared.
Someone else joked that the injury is “another opportunity to accessorize.”
FILLING IN
Gio is beloved by GMA viewers for many reasons but among them is his close bond with his costars.
In January, he stepped in to fill in for Michael Strahan amid a family crisis for the former NFL star.
Michael stepped away from the show to focus on his daughter, Isabella, who was fighting brain cancer.
Gio co-hosted the show alongside Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos.
He also filled in for Michael on another show while the pro athlete was in California to film Fox NFL Sunday.
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Good Morning America fans have grown to love Gio BenitezCredit: Getty
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Gio Benitez has formed close bonds with his Good Morning America co-hostsCredit: GMA
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Fans sent Good Morning America host Gio Benitez well wishes and asked if he was doing alright after learning of his injuryCredit: Disney General Entertainment Con
