This Morning fans beg iconic duo to return to take over from Ben and Cat

As news breaks that Giovanni Pernice won’t be returning to BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, James and Ola Jordan took to This Morning to share their thoughts, causing Ben Shephard to ‘step in’. James Jordan, who was on the show for 8 years, claimed he wanted his Strictly partner to have the ‘best Strictly experience they could,’ after admitting he was known for being ‘outspoken’. “I honestly believe that if you went and asked all of them, they would say they had a great time,” 46-year-old former Strictly star said.

After impressing viewers with a River Island skirt last week, Cat Deeley has once again showcased a stylish high-street outfit that's ideal for summer.This time, she modelled a chic polka-dot dress that has had fans swooning on social media.The 47-year-old appeared on the This Morning sofa last Thursday wearing this Whistles Moon Spot Print Midi Dress, currently available at John Lewis. While it's definitely on the pricier side, coming in at £199, its classic aesthetic and versatility make it a worthwhile investment. Whether you need a new wedding guest outfit or something for date night, this dress is a perfect choice thanks to its sophisticated navy hue, simple round neck and midi length.

This Morning opened with a heartfelt homage to Dr Michael Mosley today, 10 June.The TV star, a frequent guest on the ITV show, tragically passed away this week while vacationing on the Greek island of Symi. His body was discovered a short distance from Agia Marina's beach and resort.The circumstances of Michael's death remain unclear, but it's speculated that he may have succumbed to the intense 40-degree heat or suffered a fall on the rugged landscape. His wife, Claire Bailey Mosley, said the 67-year-old, who went missing after leaving his wife and friends at Agios Nikolaos beach on Wednesday 5 June, appeared to have undertaken an “incredible climb, took the wrong route and collapsed where he couldn’t be easily seen” by emergency search teams.

Phillip Schofield might be on the brink of a television revival despite his absence from the spotlight for over a year, according to a PR expert.The ex-ITV star, who was a staple on This Morning for two decades, faced a scandal last May when he confessed to an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a younger male colleague. Since then, the veteran presenter has stayed away from public attention. The 62 year old issued an apology for misleading statements about the affair, and after his management team stepped back and close friend Holly Willoughby expressed feelings of betrayal, it seemed his career could have had hit rock bottom.

An American woman has sparked outrage from Gordon Ramsay after she shared a video on how to make 'traditional' British fish and chips - using a microwave.

This Morning host Ben Shephard was left in a bit of a pickle today in a hilarious exchange with radio presenter Nick Ferrari. The 65 year old radio host was broadcasting live from the LBC studios, as he joined Ben Shephard, and Sonia Sodha for a chat on Thursday, 6 June, about the amount of time children and teens spend on their phones.The Tipping Point host joked: "It's because you keep taking all these selfies, Nick, that's the problem." Referring to his children, Sebastian and Nicolo, he said: "What distresses my sons is when I insist on taking my shirt off to show my ripped physique at the dinner table." The joke had everyone in the This Morning studio laughing, but while Cat and Sonia hinted they wanted to move on, Ben kept the banter going.

This Morning host Cat Deeley is said to be feeling the pressure of being at the forefront of the ITV show, after taking over the role from Holly Willoughby, who made a shock departure last year.

It's been almost six months since Cat Deeley and Ben Shepherd were announced as the co-hosts of This Morning following a dramatic shakeup on the ITV daytime show. But according to a source, Cat, who moved from LA back to the UK to take on the role, is already missing her lavish lifestyle and fears she's made a 'mistake.' 2023 proved to be a tumultuous year for This Morning, with Phillip Schofield announcing he would be leaving the show after 20 years, amid reports of a rift with his co-host Holly Willoughby.

After a brief half-term hiatus, Cat Deeley has returned to our screens this week, resuming her hosting duties on This Morning. Not only have we missed her and Ben's on-screen antics, but also her endless style inspiration. This week, she's more than compensated for it, stepping out in a timeless tailored skirt from the high street that's incredibly versatile.The 47 year old donned the Beige Long Tailored Maxi Skirt from River Island on Tuesday's episode, which is priced at £38 here.The skirt, composed of 96% cotton, is perfect for the summer months, with the breathable fabric designed to keep wearers cool in the heat.

This Morning's Cat Deeley broke down in tears on Tuesday's instalment of the show, after a clip of the late rugby star, Rob Burrow, was shown.The 47 year old TV star, who fronts the ITV daytime show alongside Ben Shephard, couldn't contain her emotions as the video saw Rob speaking to his fans in a posthumous BBC documentary, named There's Only One Rob Burrow, which aired on Monday, 3 June. Rob, who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2019, had recorded a deeply moving final message for his supporters before he passed away on Sunday 2 June, aged 41, encouraging them to "be brave", "live in the moment" and to continue "to dare to dream".

Ahead of his reported return to showbiz, it appears that Phillip Schofield has reached out to another TV presenter.The 62 year old only returned to social media 15 days ago after a year-long hiatus from public life, but now he's posted a message on his Instagram Stories to Jeremy Clarkson. Phillip - who sensationally quit ITV's This Morning following his affair with a younger male colleague - uploaded a video of his beloved dog Alfie watching the third season of Amazon Prime show Clarkson’s Farm.

This Morning's Nick Ferrari was left gobsmacked as he slammed Princess Kate's portrait for being a shockingly poor representation of her, dubbing it a "jaw hits the floor moment".The artwork by Hannah Uzor, which graces the cover of Tatler Magazine's July issue, has been praised by the magazine as "a portrait of strength and dignity". Despite Kate not having posed for the portrait, British-Zambian artist Hannah Uzor claims that, similar to her other works, it is "made up of layers of a personality, constructed from everything I can find about [her]".

Ben Shephard was slammed by a guest on This Morning in an awkward moment.The TV presenter was left perplexed after interviewee Dave King branded one of his questions "silly" on the ITV show. Ben, 49, interviewed the 'weather guru' with co-host Cat Deeley, 47, on Thursday, 23 May.They discussed the weather forecast, as well as Dave's unique methods of being able to predict the weather using nature. "UK weather is predetermined by two things, and two things only - nature and the moon," Dave claimed on the show.

Josie Gibson has responded to a fan as they asked her to present This Morning 'every day' after she wasn't chosen for the main hosting gig following the exits of both Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby.

This Morning's Ben Shepard was left bemused as Josie Gibson's kitchen hacks segment turned into total mayhem during Tuesday's show.The cheerful presenter, 39, was on a mission to share her clever tips and tricks using everyday household items. However, things didn't quite go according to plan when her eyelash curler beer opener failed to open the bottle, prompting host Ben, 49, to ask: "Can you [open the bottle]?" before showing off his own savvy wedding ring hack.

This Morning sparked a lively debate with the topic "separate rooms: the key to a happy marriage" during the episode today, Tuesday 21 May.The show featured Emma Parsons-Reid and her 'soulmate' partner Kevin, who despite being happily married, sleep in separate beds after exhausting all options to improve their shared sleeping situation. Linda Lusardi also joined the conversation, advocating for the importance of sharing a bedroom for maintaining a strong connection in a relationship.

Holly Willoughby, the former host of This Morning, is set to go head-to-head with current host Cat Deeley in the race for Best TV Presenter at this year's National Television Awards.The nominations were revealed on Tuesday morning and both daytime chat show queens quickly eyed up their competition for the public vote that will eventually decide the winner of the prestigious accolade in September. This unexpected nomination clash comes after Holly was seen saying goodbye to her role on ITV's cherished morning programme. It was only eight months ago in October 2023 when she bid farewell after sharing the screen with Phillip Schofield for over a decade.

Cat Deeley, the host of This Morning, is making waves by showcasing British brands during her stint on the show. She's been spotted in chic outfits from Reiss and River Island, and now she's flaunting a shirt from Victoria Beckham's latest high-street collaboration with Mango.

Rylan Clark has left Rob Rinder and the This Morning team in stitches after storming off the set over an embarrassing clip. The TV presenter stopped by This Morning on Thursday to chat about his show with Rob Rinder - Rob and Rylan's Grand Tour - however, he got more than he bargained for when he returned to the show.The show's presenter Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard surprised Rylan with a clip of him hosting the show with Rochelle Humes whilst showing off a dodgy hand tan. While Rylan and Rob were stood next to beauty expert Nadine Baggott, who was on the show to chat about tanning products, Ben teased that Rylan had suffered tanning mishaps in the past.

Cat Deeley's This Morning wardrobe knows no sartorial bounds, as the presenter wowed fans in yet another stand out outfit on Monday 13 May. Her exact outfit was a stunning Navy Crochet Contrast Trim Cardigan, £360 here, and the matching Navy Crochet Contrast Trim Mini Skirt, £250 here, both from Self Portrait.