‘Fox and Friends’ host addresses health issue that has led to his absence from show

" Fox and Friends " co-host Lawrence Jones had been keeping things close to the vest when it comes to his absence.

But the media personality turned to social media recently to provide a health update for fans to explain why he hasn't been on the show.

"Hey fam! I want to assure y'all that I'm doing well," Jones, 33, wrote on X recently. "I recently underwent eye surgery and will be returning to work soon. I'll share the details of my experience with you all in the future."

"God is truly remarkable," he continued. "Fox has been incredibly supportive throughout this process, ensuring that I receive the best possible care. See y'all soon."

Jones has been a familiar face on the morning show since joining as a permanent co-host in September 2023.

He became the youngest Black co-host on cable news at age 30.

Jones, who currently hosts the morning show with Brian Kilmeade and Ainsley Earhardt, has been missing from the program for over 10 days.

This caused fans to notice his absence and vent their frustrations, as well as concern for his whereabouts, on social media.

"What is happening with Fox & Friends?" one X user wrote. "Your inconsistency with not having your regular hosts has destroyed the continuity I thought you had designed. Today NONE of the 3 hosts were on! Where is Lawrence Jones?"

"OK Fox News what is going on with Lawrence Jones please inform the viewers that watch him every morning and we're not seeing him for over a week," another cried.

Another user shared the same sentiment: "Please, where is Lawrence Jones? He is so good and needs to be on the show!!!"

Once Jones reassured viewers that he was fine and recovering from a procedure, fans and colleagues alike flocked to the comments to send him well-wishes."

"Get well soon," podcaster Dan Bongino wrote on X.

Conservative activist Scott Presler also wrote, "Wishing you healing. You've got this."

"Thanks for the update! I was wondering if you were on some top secret assignment. Praying for a full and speedy recovery," one fan wrote on X.

"Thanks for letting us know. You've been missed. Get well soon," another wrote.

"Glad to know you are ok Lawrence. Been worried about you. Take care," another user chimed in.

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