Holly Willoughby addresses This Morning 'toxic workplace' after 'difficult year'

Holly Willoughby’s new This Morning co-star has been revealed as none other than Good Morning Britain star Ben Shephard.The TV presenter is set to join Holly on the famous daytime sofa on Monday morning, stepping in for Irish star Craig Doyle, who has been appearing on and off for a few months. At the end of Friday's show, Ben was announced as the latest person to join the This Morning family by fellow presenters Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary.

This Morning fans have shared Holly Willougby's concern after a woman was 'taken out' live on air. The presenter was back fronting the ITV daytime show on Wednesday (September 20) alongside Dermot O'Leary from the safety and comfort of the London-based studio.

Former TOWIE star Ferne McCann and her new baby girl Finty appeared as guests on Tuesday's episode of This Morning, when Finty had a “poo explosion” on Holly Willoughby. Host Holly got more than she bargained for when holding the sweet bundle of joy, as the two-month-old decided it was a good time to go to the toilet.

Holly Willoughby has led tributes to This Morning medical expert Dr Uchenna Okoye, who passed away aged just 53. Uchenna's family shared the tragic news of her passing, as they announced that she fell ill on Friday September 15 and died shortly after.This Morning presenter Holly, 42, has since shared a tribute to her late colleague on her Instagram Story, sharing a photo of the Cosmetic Dentist. Adding text to the photo, Holly wrote: "Unbelievably sad to hear of the passing of @druchennaokoye.

Holly Willoughby has vowed not to let her 'nerve-wracking' return to This Morning affect her family life at home.

Holly Willougby has warned that viewers need to 'buckle up' as she revealed she's swapped her co-host on This Morning. So far this week the presenter has been seen fronting the ITV daytime show with Dermot O'Leary after kicking off her return from her summer break with both Alison Hammond and Craig Doyle.

There's no doubt about it, Holly Willoughby is known for cheerfully smiling on screen and charming the people she interviews, but what is it really like to work alongside her? Well, according to her current co-presenter on This Morning Craig Doyle, the 42-year-old is, "one of the best I've ever worked with". During a podcast appearance on White Wine Question Time podcast with Kate Thornton, the 52-year-old said: "She's a very lovely, lovely, human being, and people need to realise that. She's unbelievable.

This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby has reportedly laid down the law with her co-stars as she told them there was “no room for another scandal” on the show. The 42 year old star, who recently returned to the ITV morning staple after an extended Summer break was keen to draw a line under the show’s scandal from earlier this year, when former co-host Phillip Schofield quit after admitting to an inappropriate relationship with a junior colleague.

This Morning’s Craig Doyle caused ‘carnage’ in the studio as an impromptu game of rugby with a lemon sent Holly Willoughby ducking for cover. Presenter Craig chucked the fruit across the set during Thursday’s show, 7 September, and after Holly screamed and dived out the way it struck a glass of water off-camera and soaked guest reporter Sonia Sodha.

This Morning failed to pick up an award at the National Television Awards on 5 September, and former host Eamonn Holmes has been quick to take a jab at the ITV show. Eamonn, 63, discussed This Morning's loss on GB News on Wednesday 6 September, with his co-host Isabel Webster and guests Charlie Rowley and Scarlett MccGwire.

Eamonn Holmes has seemingly taken a jab at Holly Willoughby following This Morning losing out on the top gong at the National Television Awards on Tuesday night.

Holly Willoughby has broken her silence after This Morning was dealt a blow at the National Television Awards on Tuesday evening. For the first time in 13 years, the programme failed to scoop up the Best Daytime Show award, instead losing out to The Repair Shop.

This Morning host Holly Willoughby was "close to tears" as the show missed out on the Best Daytime award at the National Television Awards.The glamorous event took place on Tuesday, 5 September, as the biggest names in TV and showbiz turned out in London. One of the awards that caused the most shock was the Daytime award, as This Morning went up against Loose Women, The Chase and The Repair Shop.

Those watching the National Television Awards were left stunned as Phillip Schofield made an unexpected 'appearance'. The presenter hasn't been seen on-screen since his bombshell interview with the BBC following his shock This Morning exit.

Holly Willoughby was attacked by a wasp on the NTAs red carpet this evening, Tuesday 5 September, and the unfortunate moment came just as she was about to speak openly about a difficult year on This Morning. The 42 year old TV presenter looked incredible as she donned a lilac strapless gown that featured a fishtail skirt and flowed out behind her. The star looked positively glowing as she was all smiles on the red carpet, and got ready to pose for photos before entering the event.

TV presenter Holly Willoughby has addressed the "difficult year" that she has had on This Morning, and admits that she has a "great team of people" around her, as she returned to the show. Holly has spoken out following Phillip Schofield's This Morning scandal and toxic claims about the show and revealed that is a "world" that she doesn't "recognise". Speaking to OK! on the NTAs red carpet, she said: "I know there's been lots of reports about things and for me personally, you know, I don't want to speak on behalf of other people, but it's a world I honestly I don't recognise." Holly continued and said: "I think that we all look after each other is the is the honest truth".

This Morning host Holly Willoughby has issued a letter to her fans begging them to vote for her colleague Alison Hammond at tonight's (5 September) National Television Awards amid fears the show could face a tough night.The NTAS are one of the biggest nights in the TV calendar, and they will see This Morning compete for the Daytime award, while Alison is in the running for the Best Presenter gong.This Morning is seeking to defend its best daytime show title as the programme continues to face backlash amid the furore of the Phillip Schofield scandal. Holly urged her fans to vote for Alison following her first day back on This Morning on Monday, 4 September.

Holly Willoughby posed with her rarely-seen sister Kelly, as the pair did some stargazing ahead of Holly's return to This Morning on Monday morning. The TV presenter, 42, and her sister posed together under the moon, with Kelly sharing the snap to her Instagram, alongside the caption: "Sisters by light of the blue moon [moon emoji] [sparkle emoji] @hollywilloughby [blue heart emoji]" Fans were quick to comment on the photo, with many sharing their excitement at Holly's return to This Morning, with one writing: "Can’t wait until you are back on TM … you are the highlight of my day in what is such a dreary life." "Two perfect souls.....

Holly Willoughby is back on our screens today as she has returned to This Morning after her summer break. For her first day back, Holly, 42, is hosting alongside Alison Hammond.The pair hugged as they appeared on screen for the first time, with the show kicking off alongside the cast of Mamma Mia! The Party.The stage performers entertained with a medley of Abba classic songs, including Dancing Queen, SOS and title track Mamma Mia, while This Morning stars including Gyles Brandreth, James Martin and Alice Beer danced in the crowd.

One of This Morning's favourite stars has confirmed his return to the show as they answer fans' demands. Craig Doyle was last seen on the programme at the end of July after spending his stint over the summer hosting with Josie Gibson.