Jasmine Stefanovic Reaches Out to Sarah Abo Again Following Her Early Today Exit

Jasmine Stefanovic has publicly shown her support for Sarah Abo once again after the pregnant television presenter confirmed she would not return to the Today show before welcoming her first child.

Sarah revealed on Instagram on Wednesday that she had been “in and out of hospital” after experiencing high blood pressure, forcing her to begin maternity leave earlier than expected.

The unexpected health development also meant the 39-year-old would miss the opportunity to farewell viewers on air.

Jasmine Shares a Heartfelt Message

Following Sarah’s announcement, friends, colleagues and well-known Australian personalities filled the comments section with messages of support.

Among them was Karl Stefanovic’s wife, Jasmine, who wrote:

“Sending love to you and bubba beautiful Sarah.”

She accompanied the message with two heart emojis.

It marks the second time in recent weeks that Jasmine has publicly reached out to Sarah following Karl’s sudden departure from Nine.

Earlier this month, Jasmine also commented “Beautiful” beneath photographs from Sarah’s baby shower.

The warm exchanges suggest that the personal bond between the two women has remained intact despite the controversy surrounding Karl’s exit and reports of tension behind the scenes.

Sarah’s Early Departure Comes Amid Health Concerns

Sarah explained that doctors and hospital staff were closely monitoring both her and her unborn baby after she developed high blood pressure.

Although she had expected to return to the breakfast program for a final farewell, she confirmed that protecting her health and her baby had become the priority.

Sarah is preparing to welcome her long-awaited first child with husband Cyrus Moran. She has previously spoken openly about experiencing two miscarriages during their journey to parenthood.

Her announcement prompted an outpouring of support from viewers, who praised her honesty and wished her well during the final weeks of her pregnancy.

Karl’s Exit Created an Awkward Situation

Jasmine’s latest message comes after reports suggested Karl’s departure from Nine placed Sarah in an extremely difficult professional and personal position.

Karl left the network in June following controversy surrounding an interview with British commentator Tommy Robinson on his independent podcast, The Karl Stefanovic Show.

The interview was uploaded before later being removed.

The Sydney Morning Herald, which is owned by Nine Entertainment, previously reported that Karl’s exit was partly intended to ease concerns surrounding a potential advertiser boycott.

At the time, Karl reportedly still had approximately six months remaining on his contract.

Sources quoted in subsequent reports described the situation between Karl and Sarah as “very awkward”, with some suggesting she may have felt personally let down by the controversy.

However, Sarah has not publicly criticised Karl or spoken negatively about their friendship.

A Friendship Built Away From the Cameras

Sarah joined Karl at the Today desk in 2022 and quickly developed a natural on-screen connection with the longtime breakfast television presenter.

Their friendship reportedly extended beyond the studio, with Sarah previously spending time with Jasmine and the couple’s daughter, Harper. She also attended Jasmine’s 40th birthday celebration in 2024.

A television source described Sarah and Karl as genuinely close, noting that they had supported one another through major personal and professional moments.

According to the source, Karl was aware of Sarah’s fertility struggles and the heartbreak she experienced following her miscarriages, while Sarah remained one of his most loyal colleagues throughout their years together.

Sarah appeared visibly emotional when she addressed Karl’s departure on air, reflecting the significance of the partnership they had built during their time on Today.

A Quiet Gesture During a Difficult Chapter

While speculation continues about what happened behind the scenes at Nine, Jasmine’s latest message has offered a quieter and more personal moment amid the public controversy.

Her words focused solely on Sarah’s wellbeing and the safe arrival of her baby, providing a reminder that personal relationships can remain meaningful even during complicated professional circumstances.

For Sarah, the focus now moves away from breakfast television and towards her health, her family and the beginning of a deeply anticipated new chapter.