The two people who have stuck by Phillip Schofield through thick and thin: 'Their bond is as strong as ever'

Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard made their This Morning debut on Monday, 11 March, as the new hosts of the popular ITV morning show.The news of their much-anticipated appointment came in February after months of speculation over who would be taking over from Phillip Schofield, who left the show in May last year, and Holly Willoughby, who resigned in October after 14 years. As soon as the pair were announced as the new hosts, viewers were keen to see the new presenters in action - but they had to wait until today so give their verdicts on the new line-up.

Josie Gibson is said to be 'gutted and hurt' over not landing a full-time role on This Morning, after Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley were announced as the show's new permanent presenters. After former permanent anchors Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby both departed the show last year, a number of guest presenters have filled their spots on rotation, with I'm a Celeb star Josie being a regular fixture on the show. But a TV insider told OK! how Josie had hoped she would 'become the new Holly,' leaving her upset over the producer's decision.The source added that Alison Hammond was also offered a full-time role instead of Josie, but opted to 'turn it down' as she 'doesn't want the responsibility'.

Former This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield is said to be 'worried' about what his one-time co-star Fern Britton might spill during her stint on Celebrity Big Brother. Fern had viewers shocked when she joked to fellow CBB contestant Gary Goldsmith on the first episode of the hit reality show that she would leave if Phil also entered the house. Now, according to a source, it's been playing on Phil's mind that it could drag up the past again for him.

Alison Hammond has broken her silence on the recent fuss involving Phillip Schofield and why she didn't become a regular host on This Morning.

Ben Shephard will be keeping This Morning viewers entertained as the permanent host of the flagship show, alongside Cat Deeley. The duo are replacing Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, who dramatically quit the programme last year following a string of turbulent headlines.

Fern Britton issued a simple, six-word response to the question of whether she'd spoken to Phillip Schofield recently. In a recent chat with the Daily Mail, the 66 year old was asked if she had seen Phillip since leaving This Morning – which they both presented – in 2009, to which she simply replied: "I haven't spoken to him, no." Rumours swirled at the time of her exit that Fern was unhappy about Phillip earning more than her for the same job.

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Fern Britton threatened to quit Celebrity Big Brother if Phillip Schofield enters the house.

Phillip Schofield may be in the midst of plotting his big TV comeback, with the support of his daughter Molly, according to recent hints.The former This Morning star, 61, has been marred by controversy following his resignation from ITV last year. At the time he admitted to an "unwise but not illegal" relationship with a much younger showrunner at This Morning. He was then subsequently dropped by his talent agency YMU, where his daughter worked.

Former This Morning host Fern Britton has opened up about her decision to leave the ITV show following an incident with co-host Phillip Schofield. The presenter, who is currently in the Celebrity Big Brother house, presented the show alongside Phillip for seven years, but left in 2009 and has since admitted things weren't so rosy when it came to her co-host. Since he stepped down in 2023, many fans are eager to hear Fern's side of the story whilst she appears on Celebrity Big Brother.

Famed for not holding back on her opinions, Fern Britton has officially entered the Celebrity Big Brother house, and many can't wait to see what she has to say. However, one star who would seemingly rather Fern doesn't spill too many secrets is Vanessa Feltz, who has revealed that there are things she hopes the former This Morning presenter keeps quiet on. Speaking to OK! at the Together For Short Lives Ball on Monday evening, Vanessa shared: "Fern Britton is in there [Celebrity Big Brother] and is going to be saying all sorts of things that I maybe hope she doesn't say." While Vanessa didn't expand on what her worries are directly related to, it could be something to do with their respective relationships with This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield.

Fern Britton said she joined Celebrity Big Brother for a new adventure - and not to 'spill the beans' on her former colleague Phillip Schofield. The hit reality show relaunched on ITV on Monday night (March 4) after six years away.

Fern Britton has denied that her decision to join Celebrity Big Brother is a ploy to reveal secrets about Phillip Schofield, but offered an insight into their so-called falling out.The TV star, who co-hosted This Morning with Phillip before stepping back from the ITV show in 2009, insists she's joined the reality show "because I could do with an adventure", and not to "spill the beans" on her former colleague. Phillip, 61, left This Morning last year after over 20 years at the helm alongside Holly Willoughby, following an admission of an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a younger colleague, and subsequently stepped down from ITV altogether. Speaking before she entered the CBB house on Monday, 4 March, Fern said: "Apparently I've signed up to spill the beans," but she quickly added, "Well, right now, I can tell you that I think let's approach with caution and kindness.

Fern Britton is expected to open up on her time at This Morning, when she worked on the flagship ITV breakfast programme alongside Phillip Schofield. She warned fans she has a "potty mouth" but insists she will be "kind" when spilling secrets.

Celebrity Big Brother is returning to screens on Monday night (February 4) for the first time in six years. Following the reboot of Big Brother in October 2023, the celebrity version is making a comeback on ITV with a host of famous faces set to enter the iconic house.

The rumours have been rife about who the new famous housemates will be as Celebrity Big Brother returns for its first series in six years. Former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas won back in 2018 when the popular show's stint on Channel 5 came to an end.

ITV's daytime schedule has had a huge shake-up after two breakfast shows were axed.

When Phillip Schofield’s professional world crumbled in the fallout from his “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger male colleague last year, it was the presenter’s loyal family who kept him going. His wife of 30 years, Stephanie Lowe, stood by her troubled husband during and after the career-shattering scandal that resulted in him resigning from his job of 21 years, as co-host of This Morning with Holly Willoughby. Now, with fresh reports of him signing a non-disclosure agreement covering the affair, and ITV’s recent announcement of his permanent replacement on This Morning, a source tells new that Stephanie remains his “tower of strength”, and would never give up on him.

Following the success of the civilian Big Brother, ITV bosses have splashed the cash to land some big stars in the house for the celebrity version. Stars from across Love Island, Strictly Come Dancing and even Netflix have been secured for what is sure to be an explosive few weeks.

Fern Britton, former host of This Morning, has reportedly been signed up to appear on Celebrity Big Brother.