Joanna Page, renowned for her role in the hit series Gavin & Stacey, recently experienced a painful accident involving her youngest daughter, Boe. The incident occurred during a typical bedtime routine that turned unexpectedly chaotic.
Accident Details
In a candid discussion on the podcast Shagged. Married. Annoyed., Joanna Page shared the alarming details. The 49-year-old actress described how she was asleep with Boe beside her when the accident happened.
- Joanna recalled: “I was lying on my back, completely asleep.”
- Boe accidentally kicked Joanna in the eye with her ankle.
- Joanna feared seriously injuring her eye, stating it hurt so much she thought her eyeball had burst.
Aftermath of the Incident
The following morning, Joanna found it difficult to move her eye, and the area felt both thick and tender. During the podcast, she expressed her concerns about potential nerve damage and her emotional strain regarding her vision.
Family Life and Career
Despite this distressing incident, Joanna Page remains appreciative of her lively family life with her husband, James Thornton, and their four children: Eva, Kit, Noah, and Boe. The couple shares insights into their parenting journey on Joanna’s podcast, Lush!, where they discuss both the joys and challenges of raising young children.
Current Projects
Joanna Page is currently participating in the 21st series of Taskmaster, joining fellow contestants Amy Gledhill, Armando Iannucci, Joel Dommett, and Kumail Nanjiani. Additionally, she is hosting a nature series called Joanna Page’s Wild Life, further showcasing her diverse talents.
Joanna’s experience serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of parenting, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for everyday surprises, even during a bedtime routine.
