Sam Champion Returns to 'Good Morning America' After Emergency Heart Procedure Sam Champion made a triumphant return to Good Morning America on March 25, 2026, two days after undergoing an emergency heart procedure. The 64-year-old weatherman shared his health update with colleagues, revealing he had experienced shortness of breath over the weekend, which led to an urgent medical intervention. Champion explained that his symptoms prompted a nuclear stress test, which uncovered a blockage in his arteries. This discovery resulted in a cardiac catheterization, a procedure that uses a thin tube inserted into an artery to assess and treat blockages. During the procedure, contrast dye was injected to visualize the arteries, and if blockages exceeded 70%, a stent was placed to restore blood flow. The weatherman thanked his husband and coworkers for encouraging him to seek further testing, emphasizing how the procedure saved his life. “I had a little bit of a heart scare over the weekend that led to an urgent procedure,” he said. “I think I’m healthy, I think I have an active lifestyle. But one test ended up saving my life.” Dr. Tara Narula, a cardiovascular specialist, described the procedure as non-invasive, noting that patients typically return to normal activities quickly. “You don’t necessarily have to take a break,” she explained. “You’re back up and at it.” However, she advised limiting heavy lifting and other strenuous activities during recovery. Champion’s co-anchor, Robin Roberts, shared her concern during a recent trip to Brazil with him and his husband, Rubem Robierb. Roberts noted that she “noticed” his shortness of breath and praised his husband for insisting on additional testing. “I’m so glad [your husband] really insisted on you getting additional testing,” Roberts said.#good_morning_america #robin_roberts #sam_champion #rubem_robierb #cardiac_catheterization
