Samantha Armytage is officially leaving Sunrise

While the breakfast host's Sunrise stint has come to an end, she will still be involved in the media industry with several projects in the works - some of which, will be with Seven. 

“I go out of this job at a time of my own choosing and on top of the ratings, which not many people on television can say they do," she added.

Sam's co-host, David Koch then gave his colleague a shout out for being the "rock" of the program, before commending her "humour, work ethic and team first values".

“Sam’s humour, work ethic and team first values have been an inspiration to us all. But now it’s time for Sam to put herself and Rich first and we couldn’t be happier for, or more supportive of, them both,” David said.

Seven West Media Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, James Warburton, said: “Sam has been an important part of the Seven team for almost two decades, including eight fantastic years as co-host of Australia’s #1 breakfast show.

“We will be sad to see her leave Sunrise, but completely understand and support her decision to step back for a while and focus on her family.

"We wish Sam nothing but the very best for her break and look forward to announcing some exciting new projects for her in late 2021 and into 2022,” he said. 

Sam's shock revelation comes after the host recently announced she will be launching her very own podcast in the coming weeks.