A White House reporter was left stunned after a large bird landed on her head moments before it was about to go live on television.
Kellie Meyer was preparing for her broadcast with NewsNation just before 7 pm when the unexpected visitor arrived.
The video shows Meyer patiently waiting for his cue before the bird appears in the frame and makes contact with his head.
The impact is so unexpected that it almost provokes an F-bomb from the journalist, who begins to exclaim in disbelief.
“I felt something land on my head and what felt like little claws, I turned around and thought I had seen the bird/dove, but I couldn’t believe it,” he said. KTLA5.
White House reporter Kellie Meyer was left stunned after a large bird landed on her head moments before she was about to go live on television.
The clip shows Meyer outside the White House on Tuesday waiting to log on when the bird attacks her.
The clip shows Meyer outside the White House on Tuesday waiting to go live with host Leland Vittert.
Suddenly, the feathered creature hits and sinks its claws into his head.
‘Oh Lord!’ Meyer exclaims, as he frantically tries to shake off the bird.
The animal then flies away, leaving a bewildered Meyer wondering what has happened.
She touches her head with her hand and turns to try to see him say “what the hell” before stopping.
She lets out a surprised laugh and runs a hand through her hair before confirming that she’s okay.
In the background you can see the bird swooping as it continues to stifle laughter and shake its head in disbelief.
She shared the post with her followers on X, formerly Twitter, with the caption: “I know there was a lot of news today, but a bird landed on my head at the White House right before it started.
He managed to maintain his composure despite almost blurting out the F-word.
“I really just wanted to tune in. Our broadcast room caught it and of course saved it for your viewing pleasure.”
He later confirmed that birds are frequently seen around the North Lawn of the White House, where many reporters do their live shots, but nothing like this had happened before.
“I was glad that it could bring some happiness to people and bring us together, especially in a place and time where things are so divided,” he added.
‘Honestly, I haven’t stopped laughing about it since. It just reminds you to laugh, even when you’re covering difficult topics.’
The corresponding professional was able to compose herself and carry out the broadcast as planned.