Sunrise host Natalie Barr shared a tearful family update on Instagram.
The 55-year-old took to Instagram on Wednesday to express her emotions about her 18-year-old son Hunter's speech night.
In a selfie posted to her 112,000 followers, Nat wrote: 'Last speech night. When they say the days pass slowly, but the years pass quickly, they mean it. I packed the tissues.”
Countless fans commented on the bittersweet feeling of such important moments.
One follower wrote: 'Why are our kids growing up so fast? I hope you have a memorable evening', while another commented: 'It's certainly a difficult, happy time.'
Sunrise host Natalie Barr (pictured) shared an emotional family update on Instagram. The 55-year-old took to Instagram on Wednesday to share her feelings about her 18-year-old son Hunter's Year 12 Speech night
“Been there – cherish the new beginnings too,” another added.
“Aww, I feel for you…FYI, I'm crushing the outfit!” another contributed.
Real Housewives of Sydney star Sally Obermeder also chimed in with some happy crying emoji.
It comes as Nat unexpectedly left her post at the Sunrise desk on Tuesday morning, leaving Monique Wright to fill in with co-host Matt Shirvington.
When the show returned from the commercial break at approximately 7:30, Monique sat next to Shirvo as he welcomed viewers to the program.
One follower wrote: 'Why are our kids growing up so fast? Have a memorable evening,' while another commented: 'Been there – cherish the new beginnings too'
Real Housewives of Sydney star Sally Obermeder also chimed in with some happy crying emoji. Pictured
“Well, Mon drove by,” he said, before revealing why his co-host abruptly disappeared.
He revealed that the 55-year-old breakfast television presenter had quietly sneaked out of the Sunrise studio for an exclusive interview with Sir Richard Branson.
“It's all because Nat's on his way to meet Sir Richard Branson.”
Natalie Barr unexpectedly left her post at the Sunrise desk on Tuesday morning, leaving Monique Wright (left) to fill in with co-host Matt Shirvington (right).
The breakfast television presenter, 55, quietly snuck out of the Sunrise studio for an exclusive interview with Sir Richard Branson
Branson is currently in Sydney as he welcomes his Virgin Voyages cruise ship to Australia – with the Resilient Lady ship docking at Circular Quay on Monday.
The studio cut to Natalie, who was sitting in the backseat of a car on the way to Sydney Harbour.
“This is a billion dollar ship. We have no children, no buffet, no tips,” said the excited television host.
'He does it a little differently. More than 20 restaurants and 17 decks. It's new, it's fresh. And he's going to tell us about it.'
Natalie added: “Actually the traffic looks good. I organized a great day for him. 30 degrees in Sydney. Sparkling in the harbour. Stay tuned.'