David Koch is joined by Natalie Barr, Mel Doyle and Larry Emdur at his Sunrise farewell dinner

David Koch was in good spirits as he enjoyed a farewell dinner on Friday.

The outgoing Sunrise presenter was joined by Seven stars Natalie Barr, Mel Doyle and Larry Emdur at Sydney’s Granna restaurant.

The 67-year-old TV presenter beamed as he walked to a waiting car with Natalie, Mel and Larry in tow.

The party was absent from former Sunrise star Samantha Armytage, who was absent from the celebrations due to rumors of a feud with Natalie Barr.

David looked smart in a sleek black suit with a white shirt and kept it casual by forgoing the tie.

David Koch (pictured) appeared in high spirits as he enjoyed a farewell dinner on Friday

Natalie looked stunning in a form-fitting long-sleeved white maxi dress that fitted her figure snugly.

Mel opted for a bright red blouse with dramatic feather sleeves and a black pencil skirt.

Larry, on the other hand, was smartly dressed in a navy blue blazer and black pants, along with a white shirt and pocket square.

Also present was David’s wife, Libby, who wore a camel coat and pale pink blouse and black pants.

It comes after Sam returned to the Sunrise set for the first time since her departure from the high-profile breakfast show in 2021.

The outgoing Sunrise presenter was joined by Seven stars Natalie Barr, Mel Doyle and Larry Emdur at Sydney’s Granna restaurant

The 67-year-old TV presenter beamed as he walked to a waiting car with Natalie, Mel and Larry in tow

The party was absent from former Sunrise star Samantha Armytage, who was absent from the celebrations due to rumors of a feud with Natalie Barr

Armytage sat on the couch, which she had owned for several years during her tenure as co-host of the show, to say goodbye to outgoing host David “Kochie” Koch on Friday.

While Koch smiled happily at the return of his former colleague, Armytage successor Natalie Barr seemed less than pleased.

The couple looked uncomfortable as Armytage sat down, leaving a wide gap between them.

However, the two women briefly embraced as Armytage walked onto the set while fans peeked into the studio from Martin Place.

During the interview, Armytage referenced her own bitter departure from the show, telling Koch, “I couldn’t do it after eight years.” [the job] more.’

David looked smart in a sleek black suit with a white shirt and kept it casual by forgoing the tie

Natalie (right) looked stunning in a form-fitting long-sleeved white maxi dress that fitted her figure closely

Also in attendance was David’s wife, Libby (left), who wore a camel coat and pale pink blouse and black trousers

Larry (pictured), on the other hand, was smartly dressed in a navy blue blazer and black trousers, along with a white shirt and pocket square

Mel (right) opted for a bright red blouse with dramatic feather sleeves and a black pencil skirt

It comes after Sam returned to the Sunrise set for the first time since departing from the high-profile breakfast show in 2021

’21 years [of hosting] I just think it’s an extraordinary effort.’

The interview ended shortly after it began and only lasted five minutes before Cook and Barr moved on to other guests.

Samantha famously “annoyed” Barr with a scathing tweet after she left the show in March 2021.

Sam tweeted, “Look, I’m out.” Nat always wanted the job… and finally she got it. She just needs to go ahead and enjoy it – and forget me (even if I’m unforgettable).’

Barr was reportedly “disappointed” by her predecessor’s hurtful tweet months after her departure in 2021, suggesting she was desperate for the top job

The 55-year-old didn’t expect the former presenter, 46, to be so “snarky” after years of working together on Seven’s breakfast show, a source told New Idea at the time

But on Friday, Barr seemed to put on a happy face as the two women hugged off-camera in photos obtained by Daily Mail Australia

Barr was reportedly “disappointed” by her predecessor’s hurtful tweet months after her departure in 2021, suggesting she was desperate for the top job.

The 55-year-old didn’t expect the former presenter, 46, to be so “snarky” after years of working together on Seven’s breakfast show, a source told New Idea at the time.

“No one was more shocked and saddened by Sam’s comments than Nat,” the insider claimed. “She’s disappointed and has no idea why the scathing attitude persists even though Sam is gone.” [from Sunrise] for months.’

But on Friday, Barr seemed to put on a happy face as the two women hugged off-camera in photos obtained by Daily Mail Australia.

Shortly after Samantha appeared on Kochie’s last day on Sunrise on Friday, his former co-host Mel Doyle also appeared live on the show to say a heartfelt goodbye to him

Kochie stunned his peers on Monday when he announced his retirement from the hit breakfast show after 21 years

Shortly after Samantha appeared on Kochie’s last day on Sunrise on Friday, his former co-host Mel Doyle also appeared live on the show to say a heartfelt goodbye to him.

Mel, 53, gave both Kochie and Nat a warm hug as she performed live at Martin Place Studio.

Mel hosted Sunrise from 2002 to 2013, then she was replaced by Sam Armytage.

Kochie stunned his peers on Monday when he announced his retirement from the hit breakfast show after 21 years.

Mel hosted Sunrise from 2002 to 2013, then she was replaced by Sam Armytage (right).