Phillip Schofield news live — Holly Willoughby fires another snub at Phil as fans react to new This Morning ‘dream team’
PHILLIP Schofield has been hit by a fresh snub from Holly Wiloughby in a series of social media posts.
The This Morning host revealed she was enjoying a glass of wine in the garden – from James Martin’s collection, just weeks after Phil’s own brand of vino was axed.
Holly wrote: “Testing this out for our rose demo tomorrow. Purely for research purposes. Thanks James Martin, it’s delicious.”
It comes as ITV fans have reacted to Holly's new co-host, branding them the "dream team" with one fan saying: "Dream team… @hollywilloughby @dermotoleary and @jamesmartinchef cannot wait to watch you guys today x, " whilst a second said: "Love Dermot... brilliant presenter."
It comes as ITV bosses are set to face questions from MPs today as the broadcaster's chief executive Dame Carolyn McCall will appear at a parliamentary committee.
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Eammon Holmes slams Phillip Schofield fan after calling This Morning 'toxic'
Eammon Holmes has hit back at a fan of Phillip Schofield after calling This Morning 'toxic'.
One person commented on a post shared by Eamonn: "I'm really disappointed too in the recent behaviour and unnecessary comments.
"Contributing to the persecution of another person, I don’t feel a vote is really deserved at the minute."
But he replied in a now deleted comment: "I'm sorry you have difficulty in understanding who was persecuted."
It comes after the "real reason" was revealed for Eamonn's dislike of Phillip, who has been caught up in controversy since admitting to an affair with a much younger male ITV colleague.
Pictures of Phillip Schofield removed from ITV corridors
This Morning staff have removed pictures of Phillip from the ITV corridors to signify a new era — but not as a snub to him, it is claimed.
This comes as Phillip told The Sun Holly did not know about his affair.
He said: “I’ve lost my best friend. Holly did not know. And she was one of the first texts that I sent to say ‘I am so, so sorry, that I lied to you.’”
A source said: “Everyone feels sympathetic to Holly and there will definitely be a few nerves on set on Monday morning.
“Everyone is anxious for her return to the show to go well, but crew will do their best to make her welcome.
“Holly is clearly feeling anxious about things, but at the same time she’s determined to address it.”
ITV boss denies turning ‘blind eye’ to Phillip Schofield affair rumours
ITV boss Dame Carolyn McCall has denied ''turning a blind eye'' to rumours of Phillip Schofield’s affair.
The chief executive has insisted the relationship on This Morning was “repeatedly denied” over the years.
She said: “There was only hearsay and rumour and speculation... Nobody on the board would have turned a blind eye to something as serious as this.”
Holly Willoughby all smiles in latest snap
Holly Willoughby was all smiles as she took to Instagram ahead of Wednesday's This Morning.
The host wore a white and green floral dress as she prepared to return to the sofa alongside Dermot O'Leary, who will be taking the co-host spot for the next two weeks.
ITV announced Holly will co-host with various This Morning presenters in light of Phil’s exit.
Jason Gardiner weighs in on Phil scandal
Holly Willoughby began to change from the “down to earth” girl Jason first knew as she became “Brand Holly”, he says.
Jason, who worked alongside presenter Holly, 42, on Dancing On Ice from its launch in 2006, said: “When we started out she was very friendly, didn’t have anyone working with her.
“But on the last series I was on she had a team of about eight people in an entourage following everywhere she went. She became ‘Brand Holly’.
“I didn’t know her any more.”
When Jason left in 2019 he was devastated when the rest of the cast, with the exception of Ashley Banjo, failed to get in touch with him.
He said of Holly: “We were good, friendly colleagues. We would always have a giggle behind the scenes.
“We had a good rapport. Enough that she could at least say, ‘Hey, I know it’s been a bit rough. Are you OK?’. But I got nothing. It made me feel disposable.”
Fans react to new This Morning ‘dream team’
ITV fans have reacted to Holly's new co-host Dermot, branding the duo the "dream team".
One fan wrote: "Dream team… @hollywilloughby @dermotoleary and @jamesmartinchef cannot wait to watch you guys today x.''
Whilst a second said: "Love Dermot... brilliant presenter."
Alison Hammond could jump ship from ITV
This Morning star Alison Hammond might be leaving ITV soon to present shows on BBC.
It comes as sources told The Mirror that executives are “considering” other presenting opportunities for the host since she’s “extremely popular” and “very honest.”
It comes as the news outlet reported on how the BBC already reached out to Holly Willoughby.
Sources told The Mirror: “ITV bosses want to cut a new deal with Alison. They are seriously worried about Holly talking to the BBC and fear she could be next.”
When did Phil and Holly join This Morning?
Phillip Schofield has been working in TV and radio since he was 19 years old.
He first started presenting in 1982, working on a show called Shazam! in New Zealand.
He joined This Morning in 2002, replacing John Leslie and co-hosting with Fern Britton.
Meanwhile, Holly Willoughby has worked in media since early 2000 as a model, TV presenter and author.
She joined the This Morning show in 2009, replacing Fern Britton.
Who is Holly’s husband Dan Baldwin and how did they meet?
Dan Baldwin is a TV producer who has worked on well-known shows like Celebrity Juice and Virtually Famous.
His television career started when he worked as a researcher on the BBC‘s Live & Kicking.
Holly and Dan first met in 2004, when they worked together on kids show Ministry of Mayhem
Dan was a producer on the series, while Holly got her big break when she landed a role fronting the show with Stephen Mulhern.
The couple then wed in 2007 at St Michael’s Church and hosted a reception at Amberley Castle in West Sussex.
Who will Holly be hosting with today?
The TV favourite is currently hosting the show with Dermot O’Leary, who will be taking the co-host spot for the next two weeks.
ITV announced Holly will co-host with various This Morning presenters in light of Phil’s exit.
But fans are now convinced Dermot will be getting the full time job.
Reaction to Holly's new co-host
Holly and Dermot began their two-week stint as co-hosts on This Morning on Monday, but not all fans were pleased with the decision.
One fan wrote: "Sorry @thismorning @ThisMorningShow #Dermot belongs with #Alison. Pls stop trying to get a match for #Holly."
While another added: "I like Dermot but feel he is just filling in as presenter until something bigger and better comes along #thismorning."
Pictures of Phillip Schofield removed from ITV corridors
This Morning staff have removed pictures of Phillip from the ITV corridors to signify a new era — but not as a snub to him, it is claimed.
This comes as Phillip told The Sun Holly did not know about his affair.
He said: “I’ve lost my best friend. Holly did not know. And she was one of the first texts that I sent to say ‘I am so, so sorry, that I lied to you.’”
A source said: “Everyone feels sympathetic to Holly and there will definitely be a few nerves on set on Monday morning.
“Everyone is anxious for her return to the show to go well, but crew will do their best to make her welcome.
“Holly is clearly feeling anxious about things, but at the same time she’s determined to address it.”
Vanessa Feltz speaks out on ‘toxic’ This Morning and reveals messages from Holly Willoughby after Phillip Schofield axe
This Morning star Vanessa Feltz has defended the show amid claims of a “toxic” atmosphere off-air.
Vanessa, 61, responded to accusations from former show stars and and said: “I’ve never seen anything toxic in my life – and that’s the truth!”
She continued: “I’ve never seen, heard anything! Anything other than just nice people being nice. I’m not just saying that. I would tell the truth. Even last week, or the week before, I didn’t see anything.”
Holly Willoughby savaged by Kerry Katona as singer says ‘no one believes her any more’
Kerry Katona has launched an attack on This Morning star Holly Willoughby, claiming “no one believes her anymore.”
Kerry has now slammed Holly‘s “heartless” speech, after she addressed the controversy surrounding her former co-host Phillip Schofield upon her return to This Morning last week.
“I thought Holly’s speech about Phil on This Morning last week was an absolute load of sh*te. It was awful,” Kerry shared in her column.
Holly snubs Phillip Schofield with gushing posts after his wine brand is axed from shelves
Holly Willoughby snubs her former co-star Phillip Schofield in a series of posts.
The This Morning presenter, 42, once again made it very clear she was excited to be hosting with Dermot O’Leary as they cosied up for a selfie.
Could Shirley Ballas move on to become Dancing On Ice host?
With Phillip Schofield leaving ITV amid the revelation of his affair with a younger male colleague, Dancing On Ice was left looking for a new host.
There are many names thrown out there that are rumoured to replace Schofield, however, Shirley Ballas have come out as one of the bookies’ favourite.
LegalSportsBook have revealed that these are the odds for who’s replacing Schofield on Dancing On Ice:
- Ashley Banjo 4/1
- Torvill & Dean 5/1
- Oti Mabuse 10/1
- Shirley Ballas 10/1
- Stephen Mulhern 16/1
This Morning star rumoured for I’m A Celeb
New host Josie Gibson is said to be in advanced talks to take on the jungle in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here for a deal which could cost £100,000.
A telly source said: “I’m A Celeb producers have begun negotiations with Josie’s team to try and lure her with a £100,000 contract. Talks are at an advanced stage.
“Josie has been a fan of the series for many years and is interested and looking at the bigger picture of her TV career. The stint could propel her into the mainstream and land her bigger gigs.”
Alison Hammond could jump ship from ITV
This Morning star Alison Hammond might be leaving ITV soon to present shows on BBC.
It comes as sources told The Mirror that executives are “considering” other presenting opportunities for the host since she’s “extremely popular” and “very honest.”
It comes as the news outlet reported on how the BBC already reached out to Holly Willoughby.
Sources told The Mirror: “ITV bosses want to cut a new deal with Alison. They are seriously worried about Holly talking to the BBC and fear she could be next.”
Holly mocked by Harry Hill
The Have I Got News For You team couldn’t resist but poke fun at Holly Willoughby‘s This Morning speech.
They started off the episode with a clip of Holly saying “deep breath” before it cut to guest host Harry Hill who followed her instructions and took inhaled deeply.
While discussing the new Apple AI headseat which gives users the opportunity to live in a “mixed reality”, he said: “I guess like Holly Willoughby does.”
There were further references throughout the episode, as the panellist Ian Hislop commented: “Her tone of voice suggested that Phil Schofield and everyone he knew had all been murdered by terrorists.”
Meanwhile, Paul Merton asked: “Did you feel let down, Ian?” with the panellist responding: “I was just wondering if that was a cocktail: shaken, let down. I think the audience doesn’t feel anything except, well, ‘This is quite interesting, unlike the show normally.’”
Vanessa Feltz speaks out on ‘toxic’ This Morning and reveals messages from Holly Willoughby after Phillip Schofield axe
This Morning star Vanessa Feltz has defended the show amid claims of a “toxic” atmosphere off-air.
Vanessa, 61, responded to accusations from former show stars and and said: “I’ve never seen anything toxic in my life – and that’s the truth!”
She continued: “I’ve never seen, heard anything! Anything other than just nice people being nice. I’m not just saying that. I would tell the truth. Even last week, or the week before, I didn’t see anything.”
How long has Dermot hosted Soccer Aid?
Dermot O’Leary has been the leading presenter of Soccer Aid every year since 2010.
He presented alongside former Sky Sports presenter Kirsty Gallacher for 11 years.
Dermot is best known for his recurring role as a presenter on This Morning.
He made his debut on our screens in 1998 and has become one of the nation’s most beloved presenters.
This Morning to face probe along with X Factor
ITV shows This Morning and X Factor will face a probe after Rebecca Ferguson slammed their treatment.
Dame Caroline Dinenage – chair of the Culture, Media and Sport committee – put an emphasis on X Factor, claiming that it will be the “real focus” of the investigation.
Read all about the upcoming investigation below.
Pictures of Phillip Schofield removed from ITV corridors
This Morning staff have removed pictures of Phillip from the ITV corridors to signify a new era — but not as a snub to him, it is claimed.
This comes as Phillip told The Sun Holly did not know about his affair.
He said: “I’ve lost my best friend. Holly did not know. And she was one of the first texts that I sent to say ‘I am so, so sorry, that I lied to you.’”
A source said: “Everyone feels sympathetic to Holly and there will definitely be a few nerves on set on Monday morning.
“Everyone is anxious for her return to the show to go well, but crew will do their best to make her welcome.
“Holly is clearly feeling anxious about things, but at the same time she’s determined to address it.”
This Morning star set for huge new money deal
A This Morning star is reportedly getting a lucrative TV deal as ITV bosses are now worried that she will switch to the BBC.
ITV producers are currently planning some new exciting projects.
And it looks like Alison Hammond is going to be the face of these new shows.
The star is known for appearing on This Morning alongside Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.
Last night sources revealed to The Mirror that ITV are working on new game show concepts for the channel.
Executives are apparently “considering” other presenting opportunities for Allison outside of This Morning because she is “extremely popular” and “very honest”.