Phillip Schofield quits This Morning: Latest updates as Alison and Dermot step in
22.05.2023 - 08:39
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
Over the weekend, Phillip Schofield sensationally quit This Morning, releasing a statement saying that he would no longer be presenting the ITV show.
The rumour mill has been turning for weeks about Phil and his co-presenter Holly Willoughby's relationship as they reportedly were 'feuding' when the cameras weren't rolling.
Sources had claimed earlier this month that the pair were "separate entities" and their friendship outside of their presenting partnership had "cooled". This led to Phil issuing a bombshell statement where he admitted that things had become "strained" between he and Holly, but insisted they were still great friends.
However, in a statement posted on his Instagram Story on Saturday, Phillip wrote: "I have always been proud to cover fascinating stories on This Morning. But recently, this Morning itself has become the story.
"Throughout my career in TV – including the very difficult last few days – I have always done my best to be honourable and kind. I understand that ITV has decided the current situation can’t go on, and I want to do what I can to protect the show that I love.
"So I have agreed to step down from This Morning with immediate effect, in the hope that the show can move forward to a bright future. I’d like to thank everyone who has supported me – especially This Morning’s amazing viewers – and I’ll see you all for the Soap Awards next month."
His Co-host Holly Willoughby also posted a statement on her Instagram, it read: "It’s been over 13 great years presenting This Morning with Phil and I want to take this opportunity to thank him for all of his knowledge, his experience and his humour. The sofa won’t feel the same without him."
ITV also released a statement confirming that Holly would remain