Most shocking celebrity moments of 2023 - from This Morning chaos to secret babies

Capital Breakfast star Sian Welby has been revealed as new This Morning host alongside Dermot O'Leary as ITV bosses search for a long-term replacement for Holly Willoughby. She will host the daytime show next week in a bid to give her a chance to showcase her live presenting credentials.

This Morning's Josie Gibson has marked her "last day" on the show before another new face arrives in the team - but also hit back at suggestions she edits her photos, thanking her hair and make-up team for her polished look.TV presenter Josie, 38, is co-hosting Thursday's episode of the ITV daytime show with Dermot O'Leary and shared a photo of them hugging as she told fans Dermot would be back with Alison Hammond on Friday as usual. Josie has appeared alongside a changing cast of co-hosts since Holly Willoughby's exit from This Morning in October, and added that TV and radio presenter Sian Welby would be taking a turn on the sofa next week.

Josie Gibson felt forced to issue a denial to fans after an accusation about her social media appearance. It came after the This Morning star shared a 'last day' message with her fans and followers as she prepares to take a break from hosting duties.

A new presenter is set to join the This Morning team with the ITV show welcoming regular guest Sian Welby as a main anchor. Sian, 38, frequently appears on This Morning after joining the team in 2023, and hosts a number of segments including Sian's What To Watch list.

Josie Gibson has spoken about being backstage during Holly Willoughby's return to screens as she appeared on This Morning. The presenter made a special appearance on Dancing on Ice on Sunday night (January 14) which was co-hosted by Holly and Stephen Mulhern.

Josie Gibson has been forced to issue a denial after being seen publically supporting former This Morning co-star Holly Willoughby. The presenter appeared live on the rink on Sunday night (January 14) as Dancing on Ice returned to screens with Holly and Stephen Mulhern as hosts.

This Morning's Josie Gibson said it's "so good to see" Holly Willoughby as they reunited on screen on Sunday night. Josie made a surprise appearance on the launch show of Dancing on Ice on Sunday, January 14, as she came onto the ice rink on a sleigh. She looked thrilled as she threw her hands up in the air as she was skated onto the ice.

Holly Willoughby has broken her silence for the first time since her shock decision to step down from her role at ITV presenting This Morning after 14 years.

Holly Willoughby has spoken out on social media for the first time since announcing her This Morning exit almost three months ago to the day. The presenter returned to her Instagram page on Friday (January 12), marking her first post since sharing her exit statement on October 10.

Ryan Thomas was quick to spot a major This Morning blunder after appearing on the show. The actor was on the ITV daytime programme on Tuesday (January 9) to chat about his upcoming Dancing on Ice debut.

Sarah Ferguson's dreams of a gig on This Morning have been shattered after ITV bosses have decided she won't be given a full time presenting role, which is also a blow to Prince Andrew. The Duchess of York, lovingly called Fergie, won't be given a regular role on the show after her first go at being a presenter didn't end well.This has put a damper on her plans to help with money for Andrew's digs at Royal Lodge mansion, where they live together, as he reportedly needs £2million for urgent repairs.

Marvin Humes has told fans he's 'so grateful' as he shared a message after returning to the UK for the first time in months. The JLS star jetted off to Australia in mid-November to take part in I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here just days after finishing his latest tour with his bandmates.

Alison Hammond has reportedly “politely declined” the opportunity to front This Morning four times a week following the departure of main host Holly Willoughby, missing out on a 'huge pay rise'. The TV personality, who has presented on the ITV daytime show on and off since 2002, has become a regular on the show in recent years and became a familiar face when she started presenting Friday shows alongside Dermot O'Leary. More recently, following the departure of Holly and Phillip Schofield, the former Big Brother star has joined the likes of Josie Gibson and Craig Doyle as stand-in presenters while TV execs find a new duo to replace the show’s former hosts.

Mollie King is said to have missed out on the chance to replace Holly Willoughby as the main host of This Morning, after ITV bosses decided that she 'lacks experience'. Since former host Phillip Schofield's exit in May 2023, followed by Holly in October, the rumour has been in overdrive as to who will replace the stars as permanent hosts. Following their departures, ITV have been relying on a rotating roster of presenters, including Josie Gibson, Rylan Clark, Alison Hammond, Dermot O'Leary and Craig Doyle.

Ruth Langsford has addressed claims that she could re-join This Morning, three years after she and husband Eamonn Holmes departed the show. Last year was a rather turbulent one for the ITV morning programme, with hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby both stepping down from their roles. Phillip, 61, left suddenly in May 2023, after which he admitted to an "unwise but not illegal" relationship with a younger male colleague.

This Morning viewers were overjoyed to witness the return of one of their favourite presenting combos on the ITV daytime series. Hosts Josie Gibson and Rylan Clark were full of cheer as they introduced the show to fans today, Tuesday 2 January, excited to be back for 2024.

Holly Willoughby has made a surprise 'return' to This Morning, just days after Christmas.

Holly Willoughby made a surprise return to This Morning on Wednesday 27 December, as a pre-recorded interview was aired as hosts Emma Willis and Rylan Clark looked back through the year.The clip saw Holly and co-host Craig Doyle interview Frozen star Idina Menzel and the interview was shown for a second time this year to mark the 10th anniversary of the popular film.The interview was first aired just two months after Holly's longtime co-host Phillip Schofield stepped down from the show following rumours of a feud with Holly. He then resigned from ITV entirely, admitting to having had an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a much younger male colleague.

Former This Morning presenter, Holly Willoughby, has been seen for the first time following an alleged kidnap plot and quitting the ITV daytime show. Holly was pictured as she enjoyed a day out with her husband Dan Baldwin and friends at a cinema in London.The 42 year old looked festive in a pair of red trousers and a warm camel coat as she kept her look simple with minimal makeup and jewellery, and a light pink crossbody bag. She paired her outfit with some pink heels and wore her blonde hair down.

Ben Shephard was blindsided by Andi Peters in the final episode of Good Morning Britain before Christmas, when the veteran presenter took a swipe at the star’s “big bucks” salary live on TV.The surprising comment came during Friday’s edition of the popular ITV morning show (22 December) when Andi made reference to Ben’s rumoured new career venture as a This Morning presenter, following the departure of Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield earlier this year. The incident occurred during a segment with musical guest Myleene Klass, 45 and her16 year old daughter 16, when Ben innocently commented: “Look at the Klasses, they're all class!” As it was revealed Ava shared her mother’s impressive musical talent.