TV presenters' very surprising soap cameos – from Lorraine Kelly to Phillip Schofield

Lorraine Kelly is set to host the biggest day of two of her guest's lives on her ITV daytime show on Wednesday morning.

Former This Morning star Phillip Schofield was seen taking a reflective stroll with his furry companion in west London on Monday, a stark contrast to the excitement surrounding the debut of the show's new hosts. As Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard stepped into the limelight, marking the beginning of a new era for the ITV daytime staple, Phillip had a rather subdued demeanour.

Lorraine Kelly has admitted that she feels anxious about her health after her former ITV colleague Fiona Phillips was diagnosed with dementia. The Scots TV presenter said that it's a constant worry now since pal Fiona revealed that she was living with the illness after suffering brain fog and anxiety.

Phillip Schofield was devastated when his former This Morning co-host Fern Britton "decided she didn't want to do it any more".

Phillip Schofield was left heartbroken when his former friend Fern Britton "decided she didn't want to do This Morning any more".The 61 year old TV star, who used to present the ITV show with Fern, has admitted that he "still misses her deeply" and has tried to mend their friendship over the years. However, he understands that Fern, who is currently in the Celebrity Big Brother house, has "moved on". Fern co-hosted This Morning with Phillip from 1999 to 2009.Their working relationship ended on a sour note when Fern decided to leave the show.

Ryan Thomas was left apologising to Lorraine Kelly after he 'snubed' her initial interview request. The actor was on the presenter's self-titled show on Tuesday morning (March 12) fresh from his Dancing on Ice win.

Phillip Schofield is now the bookies' favourite to enter the Celebrity Big Brother house as a shock bombshell. The former This Morning presenter, who stepped down from his role after admitting to an ‘unwise but not illegal’ affair with a much younger colleague, is now the 2/1 favourite to enter the show as a surprise housemate.

Lorraine Kelly has given a glimpse into her personal life after previously explaining the reason for her regular absences from her ITV show. The presenter has been at the helm of her own self-titled show on the network since 2010.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lorraine Kelly expressed her deep condolences as Dr Hilary Jones announced the passing of his 'extraordinary' mum. Lorraine confirmed on her show that her colleague Dr Hilary had sadly lost his mother recently, telling him she was "so sorry". Dr Hilary, 70, shared the news on Lorraine's show today, Tuesday 27 February, describing the "celebration" of her life at her funeral this week, which was attended by his family.