Patti Newton updates fans on husband Bert Newton's condition two months after leg amputation surgery

Bert Newton's wife Patti Newton has shared an update on the television legend's condition this afternoon, almost two months after he underwent surgery to have his leg amputated.

"After a couple of complications, Bert is doing well with a little rehab and lots of laughs and love," Patti wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of Bert in hospital.

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"Thanks to all the wonderful people looking after him 😍"

Well wishes quickly flooded in for the couple, with journalist Melissa Hoyer writing, "Please send Bert our collective love! ❤️❤️❤️❤️"

Actress Georgie Parker referred to the medical boot that appeared on Patti's lower right leg, writing, "What is that boot doing on your foot ?? Love to you both and look after yourself darling Patti ❤️❤️❤️"

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Bert, 82, underwent leg amputation surgery on May 8 as a result of a serious toe infection he had been battling since Christmas.

The seasoned television host was forced to make a "life or death" decision after his health deteriorated.

Entertainment reporter Peter Ford broke the tragic news to 2GB radio host Ben Fordham on May 10, two days after the hospitalisation, revealing that Bert was told he only had months to live unless he amputated his affected leg below the knee.

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After the surgery, Patti assured fans that Bert was in good spirits. She also told 9News that Bert chose to live because he wants to see his grandchildren grow up.

Unfortunately, when Melbourne went into lockdown four weeks ago, Bert's family were unable to visit him in hospital.

His daughter Lauren Newton shared the news in an Instagram post on June 3.

"So glad we got to have lots of visits before lockdown. The kids are missing Poppy," the 40-year-old actress wrote, captioning a photo of her dad alongside Lola, nine, Monty, five, Perla, two, and Alby, 10 months.

There has been no word on when Bert will be out of hospital as of yet.

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