Guy Sebastian reveals what happened when Marcia Hines collapsed
Guy Sebastian has revealed what really happened on the set of Australian Idol when Marcia Hines collapsed behind the scenes and was rushed to hospital.
Sebastian appeared on Sunrise on Monday morning, explaining how he was meant to perform on the talent show that launched his career, and ended up having to fill in as co-host.
The 42-year-old told Nat Barr and Shirvo that he showed up on set to rehearse the performance of his new single Antidote when he was asked to step in to co-host the show in Marcia's absence.
"We were just sound checking and when we got there, it was quite a sombre mood," he explained.
"Marcia had to leave but from what I know she was ok. And then Kyle [Sandilands] made a joke about them getting me to fill in and I laughed."
"And literally at the same time, my manager [walked over] and said 'Guy we need to speak', and then I jumped in to fill in."
He went on to say it was a "full circle moment for me, because I will never forget Marcia's reassuring, affirming, beautiful nature when I was on Idol."
"I know I don't possess quite the same nurturing energy, but I did my best."
The Australian entertainment industry was struck with concern on Sunday night as news broke that Marcia had been rushed to the hospital just before filming for Australian Idol was about to begin.
Fortunately, reports indicate that she is now in stable condition, though the precise nature of her illness remains undisclosed.
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