Sally Obermeder breaks down in tears on the final episode of The Daily Edition - but makes NO mention of co-host Ryan Phelan after he was sacked over domestic violence allegations
Channel Seven's talk show, The Daily Edition, was axed after seven years on air.
And on Friday, host Sally Obermeder broke down in tears as she presented the final episode of the show.
The 46-year-old, was very emotional as she thanked viewers for their support over the years, but there was no mention of her co-host Ryan Phelan, who was axed on Monday following domestic violence allegations.
Time to say goodbye! Sally Obermeder (pictured) broke down in tears during the final episode of The Daily Edition on Friday
She said: 'Thank you so much you guys for your tireless dedication to the program, your energy and commitment. I cannot talk about the team without crying.'
'You guys have been the heart and the soul of this show. And to you our viewers, thank you again from all of us at The Daily Edition,' she said as she held back tears.
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Sally wrapped up her final week of hosting The Daily Edition with former co-host Tom Williams by her side.
Tom, who hosted The Daily Edition from 2013 to 2018, returned to the show on Wednesday to replace Ryan Phelan, who was sacked on Monday after being charged over an alleged domestic violence incident.
Case: Sally wrapped up her final week of hosting The Daily Edition with former co-host Tom Williams (pictured), who replaced Ryan Phelan, after he was sacked on Monday night after being charged over an alleged domestic violence incident
Phelan, 45, was charged on Monday night over an alleged domestic violence incident with his girlfriend, 44-year-old ballet instructor Chelsea Franklin, at their home in Frenchs Forest in Sydney's northern beaches.
Hours before he was charged with the alleged assault, the television presenter arrived for his final week at work as though nothing was amiss.
Phelan presented alongside Obermeder for The Daily Edition, before filling in for Mel McLaughlin on the 6pm sport bulletin.
Sacked: Tom was called back in light of serious allegations made against Ryan Phelan (left) by his girlfriend, 44-year-old ballet instructor Chelsea Franklin
The first time bosses at Channel Seven learned of the alleged altercation was when a reporter called asking for further information about Phelan's arrest, Sydney Morning Herald reported.
Sally addressed Phelan's absence with viewers on Tuesday, saying: 'Before we go on, I want to address Ryan Phelan's absence from the program.'
'The network was unaware of these allegations until notified last night... Ryan will not be returning to The Daily Edition due to the serious allegations made against him.'
Announcement: Sally addressed Phelan's absence with viewers on Tuesday, saying: 'The network was unaware of these allegations until notified last night... Ryan will not be returning'
Last Friday, Channel Seven announced The Daily Edition has been axed after seven years on air.
Seven Director of News and Public Affairs Craig McPherson said in a statement: 'The Daily Edition found its way onto the TV landscape seven years ago and has performed exceptionally over that time.'
'Sadly though, the economics of today and associated cost pressures across the entire industry has led to this decision.
'I want to thank co-hosts Sally Obermeder and Ryan Phelan and the talented production team for all their efforts.'
Axed: Last Friday, Channel Seven announced The Daily Edition had been axed after seven years on air
Further, McPherson attributed the cancellation to 'these difficult times' in reference the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Daily Edition, which has been on the air since 2013, had received steady ratings during its time on air.
It boasted a weekday average audience of 176,000 viewers nationally in recent years, and aired between 2 pm and 3 pm weekdays.
Sally had been hosting The Daily Edition since its inception in 2013, while Ryan joined the program in 2016.
The show featured a combination of live breaking news, as well as interviews with celebrities and entertainment updates.
Program: The show featured a combination of live breaking news, as well as interviews with celebrities and entertainment updates
