Scots TV presenter Storm Huntley is now the bookies' favourite to replace Holly Willoughby on This Morning.
08.10.2023 - 11:31 / ok.co.uk
Holly Willoughby has pulled out of the Pride Of Britain Awards amid the alleged 'kidnap and murder plot' that is said to have left the star 'distraught'. The 42 year old mum of three was forced to miss her This Morning presenting job last Thursday, 5 October, after police informed her of the terrifying threat on her life. She is thought to be on 'indefinite leave' from This Morning, and will not be attending the Pride of Britain Awards on Sunday, 8 October, according to The Sun.
A thirty six year old man has been accused of soliciting to commit murder and incitement to commit kidnap in connection with the star. Gavin Plumb appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates Court on Friday, 6 October , after being held by officers on Wednesday. Essex Police confirmed they arrested the suspect on Wednesday and he was charged on Friday morning.
Superintendent Tim Tubbs said: "This was an extremely fast paced investigation, with many of our officers and national partners working overnight to secure these charges. "The safeguarding of any victim is paramount and we will continue to prioritise this as the investigation proceeds." After first hearing of the news, Holly was said to be “distraught” as she was only alerted to the allegations when police informed producers moments before she was due on-screen. On Friday, Holly's ITV colleagues said it was a "really worrying sinister story" as they discussed what the TV star has been going through.
ITV is also understood to be providing round-the-clock security and support for the presenter.
The Mirror reports how ITV has given her permission to remain off work for as long as she needs. A source said: "Holly has been left distraught by the news. "This has been an absolutely horrible week for her.
Scots TV presenter Storm Huntley is now the bookies' favourite to replace Holly Willoughby on This Morning.
Former football star Peter Crouch’s wife, Abbey Clancy, has been dubbed one of the favourites to replace Holly Willoughby on This Morning, as she has an “affable nature”. The 37 year old and her husband Peter, 42, currently host their successful podcast together, The Therapy Crouch, where they chat openly about their marriage.
Scottish TV presenter Storm Huntley, 36, has been tipped as a 'front runner' to replace Holly Willoughby on This Morning following her shock announcement last week that she was stepping down from the flagship ITV programme after 14 years.
Holly Willoughby made a shocking announcement earlier this week confirming she would be stepping down from her hosting duties on This Morning after 14 years of presenting the flagship programme.
Holly Willoughby confirmed her exit from This Morning on Tuesday, October 10 after a whirlwind of a year for the star.
Holly Willoughby shocked TV viewers when she dramatically quit her presenting role on ITV's This Morning after 14 years.The 42 year old star shared a surprise statement on Tuesday, 10 October, that said she was leaving the show and "will not be returning." It began: “I have let ITV know today that after 14 years, I will not be returning to This Morning.To everyone who has ever worked on the show over the years, thank you so much.This is such a difficult goodbye, you are incredible and I forever will be proud of what we’ve done together." But now fans believe she's in talks to join the BBC, suggesting that Phillip Schofield could join her. Holly's This Morning co-host Phillip quit the show himself in May this year, after he admitted to a relationship with a younger male former colleague.
Holly Willoughby fans across the nation were left heartbroken yesterday after she revealed that she'd be stepping down from her role at This Morning with immediate effect.The 42 year old took to Instagram to share the news, and released a heartfelt statement thanking the show and all who works on it. Plus, the "wonderful viewers," who she labelled as "loyal," "supportive" and "the very best of company everyday." Holly first joined the iconic ITV show back in 2009, and over the last 14 years has cemented herself as a national treasure, not to mention a presenting legend.
allegedly plotting to abduct and murder her.Willoughby, who co-hosted ITV’s “This Morning” for 14 years, announced Tuesday she would not return to the program following a “difficult decision” in the best interest of her husband and three children. “To everyone who has ever worked on the show over the years, thank you so so much,” Willoughby said in a statement. “This is such a difficult goodbye, you are incredible and I forever will be proud of what we’ve done together.
Holly Willoughby is said to be in a ‘bad way’ after quitting This Morning after an alleged plot to kidnap and murder her came to light. The 42 year old presenter announced on Tuesday that she was leaving the popular daytime show after 14 years for the sake of herself and her family. Sources said the move had left Holly “devastated” while also coming as a “real shock” to This Morning bosses, who were said to be confident they were sufficiently supporting the star during the worrying time.
Richard Madeley has praised 'brave' Holly Willoughby after she quit This Morning after 14 years on Tuesday, October 10, but he insisted 'she'll be back'. Holly made announcement of her departure via a statement on Instagram, less than a week after the news that a 36 year old man had been arrested and charged after police discovered an alleged plot to 'kidnap and murder' her.The 42 year old mum of three had been on indefinite leave since being pulled off-air last minute on Thursday, 5 October.
This Morning stars Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary led messages to Holly Willoughby following her announcement that she will not return to the ITV programme.
Richard Madeley has reacted to Holly Willoughby's exit from This Morning as he appeared on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday (October 11). The TV presenter, who co-hosted This Morning alongside his wife Judy for 13 years after it first launched, was referenced in Holly's exit statement which she shared to Instagram on Tuesday (October 10).
Holly Willoughby, 42, had taken the reins as This Morning 's lead presenter following Phillip Schofield 's exit earlier this year. However, following an alleged kidnap plot, the host decided it was time to leave the show "for me and my family". Now, bookies believe her beloved co-star Alison Hammond will replace her as the main presenter.
Alison Hammond has issued a message to This Morning co-star Holly Willoughby as the presenter revealed she has quit the show.
Alison Hammond is the favourite to replace Holly Willoughby as permanent This Morning host following her shock departure, according to the latest odds.
Shirley Ballas has spoken out on the terrifying alleged kidnap plot against Holly Willoughby admitting the news has made her 'nervous'.
Holly Willoughby is no longer attending this evening's Pride of Britain awards, despite original plans to participate.
British TV presenter Holly Willoughby will stay off screen for the rest of the month, after a plot to kidnap and murder her was foiled a few days ago.
This Morning host Holly Willoughby is reportedly now on “indefinite leave” from her presenting role following the arrest of a man who allegedly planned to kidnap her.On Friday (October 6), Gavin Plumb, 36, from Essex, appeared in court charged over an alleged plot to kidnap and murder Willoughby.Plumb, 36, was charged with soliciting to commit murder and incitement to commit kidnap. The charges state the defendant is accused of planning to assemble a “kidnap and restraint kit” and encouraging a third party to travel to the UK to carry out the alleged offences.The court heard that Plumb is alleged to have conspired online with another man and created a “detailed plan” to carry out the alleged offences.
This Morning presenter.Plumb, 36, was charged with soliciting to commit murder and incitement to commit kidnap. The charges state the defendant is accused of planning to assemble a “kidnap and restraint kit” and encouraging a third party to travel to the UK to carry out the alleged offences.The court heard that Plumb is alleged to have conspired online with another man and created a “detailed plan” to carry out the alleged offences.