Phillip Schofield – live: Ex-This Morning presenter says he’s ‘broken and ashamed’ in first interview

ITV has announced the presenter replacing Phillip Schofield as the host of the British Soap Awards, following his departure from ITV.

Following his initial departure from This Morning in mid-May, Schofield said that he would be returning to host the British Soap Awards in a matter of weeks. However, in the wake of Schofield admitting that he lied about having an affair with a younger colleague, he has now been replaced by Jane McDonald.

ITV has ordered a review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning, while network’s bosses are facing questions from MPs over the scandal.

Former This Morning presenter Eamonn Holmes has continued to weigh in on the controversy, hitting out at Schofield as well as his former co-star, Holly Willoughby, and broadcaster ITV.

Schofield’s former co-host Holly Willoughby has reportedly “made it clear she was one of the people Phil lied to and [has] nothing to hide”.

The source told The Sun that Willoughby “will return to This Morning as planned on Monday 5 June and carry on like the professional she is”.

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ITV announces Schofield’s replacement for the British Soap Awards

10:46 , Isobel Lewis

ITV has announced that Jane McDonald will now host the British Soap Awards, following Phillip Schofield’s departure from the network.

When Schofield initially announced he was standing down from This Morning amid his reported feud with Holly Willoughby, the presenter clarified he would be back on 6 June to host the annual celebration of soap operas.

However, one week later, Schofield, 61, left ITV completely as he admitted to having an affair with a young male colleague on the daytime programme.

On Thursday (1 June), it was announced that singer McDonald will now host the British Soap Awards. They will air on ITV on Tuesday at 8pm.

McDonald, 60, said: “Oh my god… everyone knows how much I LOVE my soaps, this year I’ve been honoured to be mentioned in Corrie, EastEnders and Emmerdale, so this is just a dream come true.

“I can’t wait to see all our wonderful soap nominees and celebrate all their hard work with them - roll on the awards, I can’t wait!”

ITV chief to face MP questions about Schofield controversy

16:25 , Maanya Sachdeva

ITV chief executive Dame Carolyn McCall will face questions from MPs about the scandal surrounding This Morning after Philip Schofield’s controversial exit from the programme.

McCall is schedule to appear before a session of the the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on 14 June to give evidence about how much ITV bosses knew about Schofield’s affair with a younger colleague.

ITV orders review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

16:00 , Inga Parkel

ITV has ordered an external legal review into Phillip Schofield’s acrimonious departure from This Morning, saying: “We feel badly let down.”

Chief executive Dame Carolyn McCall said a barrister will carry out a review of the facts after the 61-year-old resigned and was dropped by his talent agency, admitting to an “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger male colleague.

In a letter to culture secretary Lucy Frazer, she also referred to wider stories about This Morning, including allegations of a “toxic culture” by former presenter Dr Ranj Singh.

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ITV orders review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

Barrister will carry out review of facts around ‘This Morning’ star’s departure from programme

Who are the key players in the This Morning Phillip Schofield drama?

15:00 , Inga Parkel

As questions continue to be asked following Phillip Schofield resigning from ITV and admitting to an “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger male colleague, we take a look at the key players at the broadcaster along with former This Morning presenters.

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Who are the key players in the This Morning Phillip Schofield drama?

Dame Carolyn McCall has written to the Culture Secretary and Ofcom about the presenter’s departure from This Morning.

Everything we know about Eamonn Holmes and Phillip Schofield’s ‘feud’

10:30 , Isobel Lewis

With Eamonn Holmes being one of the most prominent figures to speak out against his former This Morning co-host Phillip Schofield, Jacob Stolworthy has looked back at the history of the reported feud between the presenters.

Everything we know about Eamonn Holmes and Phillip Schofield’s ‘feud’

ITV denies rumours This Morning has been cancelled

10:00 , Isobel Lewis

Following the scandal surrounding Schofield, many had questioned whether This Morning would return to our screens this week at all.

ITV responded to these rumours earlier this week, insisting the show will continue.

ITV addresses speculation over This Morning’s fate after Phillip Schofield resigns

Kerry Katona hits out at ‘fake’ and ‘phoney’ This Morning

09:30 , Isobel Lewis

Kerry Katona has joined Jodie Marsh in criticising Schofield over his treatment of her in her own This Morning interview.

In the infamous 2008 interview, Schofield pointed out that Katona was slurring her words. The former Atomic Kitten singer said this was due to her bipolar disorder medication.

Read her comments below...

Kerry Katona brands This Morning ‘fake’ as she talks ‘belittling’ Schofield interview

Jodie Marsh takes swipe at Phillip Schofield years after heated This Morning clash

09:00 , Isobel Lewis

Schofield has also faced criticism from Jodie Marsh, who took aim at the presenter over his line of questioning during her 2016 appearance on This Morning.

In the interview, Schofield claimed that Marsh was a “sex addict”, leading her to accuse him of being “obsessed with talking about sex and my exes”.

You can read her response to his departure from This Morning below...

Jodie Marsh takes swipe at Phillip Schofield years after heated This Morning clash

ITV orders legal review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

08:30 , Isobel Lewis

ITV has ordered an external legal review into Phillip Schofield’s acrimonious departure from This Morning.

The broadcaster’s chief executive Dame Carolyn McCall said a barrister will carry out a review of the facts after Schofield, 61, resigned as he admitted to an “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger male colleague.

Lucy Skoulding reports:

ITV orders review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

Phillip Schofield’s statement in full addressing ‘This Morning’ affair scandal

08:00 , Peony Hirwani

Phillip Schofield admitted to “lying” about an affair with a This Morning employee in lengthy statement issued on Friday 26 May.

Less than one week after he quit This Morning, Schofield was dropped by his agents and announced he has formally cut ties with ITV after more than 20 years.

Read the TV star’s statement in full below:

Read Phillip Schofield’s full statement addressing ‘This Morning’ scandal

Voices: Lies, scandal and celebrity showdowns: Can This Morning ever recover?

07:30 , Peony Hirwani

“The real issue is bigger than the scandalous optics. It’s how the developments have made viewers feel,” writes Rhea Freeman.

Opinion: I’m a brand expert – this is what will happen to This Morning

Watch Phillip Schofield's final sign off from This Morning

07:00 , Peony Hirwani

Peter Andre weighs in on Phillip Schofield scandal on GB News

06:30 , Peony Hirwani

Peter Andre has made his presenting debut on the GB News breakfast show.

The singer swapped his microphone for an autocue on Wednesday to present the top news stories of the day alongside co-host Ellie Costello.

50-year-old Andre weighed in on debates including the “scandal” surrounding former This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield and his affair with a “much younger” ITV colleague.

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Peter Andre makes presenting debut on GB News

Who are the key players in the This Morning Phillip Schofield drama?

06:00 , Peony Hirwani

As questions continue to be asked following Phillip Schofield resigning from ITV and admitting to an “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger male colleague, we take a look at the key players at the broadcaster along with former This Morning presenters.

Who are the key players in the This Morning Phillip Schofield drama?

Read ITV’s letter on Phillip Schofield review in full

05:30 , Peony Hirwani

Read ITV’s letter on Phillip Schofield review in full: ‘We feel badly let down’

ITV addresses speculation over This Morning’s fate after Phillip Schofield admits to affair

05:00 , Inga Parkel

ITV has reacted to speculation that its daytime show This Morning could be cancelled over the Phillip Schofield scandal.

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ITV addresses speculation over This Morning’s fate after Phillip Schofield admits to affair

Broadcaster is under scrutiny after former presenter admitted he lied about his relationship with ITV colleague

ITV orders review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

04:30 , Peony Hirwani

ITV has ordered an external legal review into Phillip Schofield’s acrimonious departure from This Morning, saying: “We feel badly let down.”

Chief executive Dame Carolyn McCall said a barrister will carry out a review of the facts after the 61-year-old resigned and was dropped by his talent agency admitting to an “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger male colleague.

In a letter to culture secretary Lucy Frazer, she also referred to wider stories about This Morning, including allegations of a “toxic culture” by former presenter Dr Ranj Singh.

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ITV orders review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

Holly Willoughby responds to Phillip Schofield’s This Morning affair scandal in brief statement

04:00 , Inga Parkel

Phillip Schofield’s This Morning co-host Holly Willoughby has issued a brief statement about Schofield’s affair scandal.

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Holly Willoughby breaks silence over Phillip Schofield scandal

‘It’s taken time to process yesterday’s news,’ Willoughby wrote

ITV confirms it investigated Schofield in 2020

03:00 , Inga Parkel

ITV has said it investigated “rumours of a relationship” between Phillip Schofield and a This Morning employee in 2020.

However, the channel said that both parties “repeatedly denied” the claims.

A spokesperson for ITV said on Saturday that the broadcaster was “not provided with, and did not find, any evidence of a relationship beyond hearsay and rumour” when it looked into the matter in 2020.

Phillip Schofield’s statement in full addressing ‘This Morning’ affair scandal

02:00 , Inga Parkel

Phillip Schofield admitted to “lying” about an affair with a This Morning employee in lengthy statement issued on Friday 26 May.

Less than one week after he quit This Morning, Schofield was dropped by his agents and announced he has formally cut ties with ITV after more than 20 years.

Read the TV star’s statement in full below:

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Read Phillip Schofield’s full statement addressing ‘This Morning’ scandal

‘I am painfully conscious that I have lied to my employers at ITV,’ he said

MPs to question ITV over Phillip Schofield affair controversy

01:00 , Inga Parkel

ITV is set to be questioned by MPs about the controversy surrounding Phillip Schofield.

It’s been reported by iNews that the channel’s bosses, including chief executive Carolyn McCall, are expected to sit before the Commons Culture, Media and Sports Committee on Tuesday 5 June.

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Phillip Schofield: MPs to question ITV over affair controversy

Bosses are set to face tough questions after denying having any knowledge of secret relationship

Phillip Schofield resigns from ITV altogether

Thursday 1 June 2023 00:00 , Inga Parkel

A week after Phillip Schofield exited his role as ITV’s This Morning presenter, he resigned from the broadcaster altogether. His initial departure came amid a rumoured “feud” between him and his morning co-host Holly Willoughby.

However, in the most recent update, Schofield announced he would be leaving ITV entirely after admitting he had engaged in an extra-marital affair with a much younger staffer while he was still with ex-wife Stephanie Lowe. They later separated in 2020 after he came out as gay.

Schofield has since made it very clear that these two incidents are “unrelated”.

The celebrities weighing in on Phillip Schofield’s This Morning and ITV exit

Wednesday 31 May 2023 23:00 , Inga Parkel

The British TV world has been rocked by Phillip Schofield’s departure from ITV, the broadcaster he has worked at for more than two decades.

Schofield, who presented the ITV daytime show This Morning with Holly Willoughby, announced his departure from the series earlier this month amid reports of a behind-the-scenes “feud” between him and Willoughby.

Then on Friday 26 May, the presenter, 61, announced he was quitting ITV altogether after admitting he’d had an “unwise” but “not illegal” affair with a much younger colleague on the show and lied about it to his employers at ITV, his colleagues and friends, his agents, the media and the public.

A number of TV personalities and celebrities have since given their thoughts on Schofield’s shock exit, reports Louis Chilton and Ellie Harrison:

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The celebrities who have weighed in on Phillip Schofield’s This Morning and ITV exit

Presenter left the ITV show last week, and has since split from the broadcaster altogether

Phillip Schofield lashes out at ‘people with grudges’ in first Instagram post since affair scandal

Wednesday 31 May 2023 22:00 , Inga Parkel

Phillip Schofield has issued a blunt statement in response to critics after he quit This Morning.

He wrote: “Now I no longer work on @thismorning I am free to say this. I hope you have noticed that it’s the same handful of people with a grudge against me or the show who seem to have the loudest voice.

This Morning IS the best show to work on, with the best people. In all the years I worked there there was no toxicity. You can listen to those persistently loud voices if you like.

“But the thousands of guests over the years, thousands of staff and crew, hundreds of presenters and contributors all know, it IS a family of wonderful, talented, kind, hard working people.”

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Phillip Schofield lashes out at ‘people with grudges’ in new Instagram post

‘It’s the same handful of people with a grudge against me or the show who seem to have the loudest voice,’ said ex-This Morning presenter

Everything we know about Eamonn Holmes and Phillip Schofield’s ‘feud’

Wednesday 31 May 2023 21:00 , Inga Parkel

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Everything we know about Eamonn Holmes and Phillip Schofield’s ‘feud’

Former ‘This Morning’ host has been a vocal critic of Schofield, who quit the ITV daytime show last week after admitting he lied about his affair with a young colleague

Holly and Phil don't know This Morning crew's names, says Eamonn Holmes

Wednesday 31 May 2023 20:00 , Inga Parkel

ITV releases letter on Phillip Schofield in full

Wednesday 31 May 2023 19:40 , Inga Parkel

ITV has ordered a barrister-led review of the facts surrounding Phillip Schofield’s exit from This Morning.

The broadcaster’s chief executive Dame Carolyn McCall confirmed the move in a letter to culture secretary Lucy Frazer on Wednesday, just days after Schofield quit ITV after he admitted lying about having an affair with a colleague from the show in 2020.

Read the letter in full below:

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Read ITV’s letter on Phillip Schofield review in full: ‘We feel badly let down’

Dame Carolyn McCall has written to the Culture Secretary and Ofcom about the presenter’s departure from This Morning

Eamonn Holmes accuses ex-colleague Phillip Schofield of ‘toxicity’ and ITV of ‘cover-up’

Wednesday 31 May 2023 19:00 , Inga Parkel

Eamonn Holmes has accused Phillip Schofield of “toxicity” amid the furore over the culture on ITV’s This Morning programme.

Schofield, 61, resigned from ITV on Friday and was dropped by his talent agency YMU after admitting to an “unwise, but not illegal” affair with a young male colleague on This Morning.

In the wake of his resignation, some former This Morning employees have come out to criticise the “toxic” culture at the broadcaster.

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Eamonn Holmes accuses Phillip Schofield of ‘toxicity’ and ITV of ‘cover-up’

Holmes previously presented This Morning on Fridays with wife Ruth Langsford

ITV orders review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

Wednesday 31 May 2023 18:30 , Inga Parkel

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(Jonathan Brady/PA) (PA Wire)

ITV orders review into Phillip Schofield’s departure from This Morning

Barrister will carry out review of facts around This Morning star’s departure from programme

Phillip Schofield: MPs to question ITV over affair controversy

Wednesday 31 May 2023 18:00 , Inga Parkel

ITV is set to be questioned by MPs about the controversy surrounding Phillip Schofield.

It’s been reported by iNews that the channel’s bosses, including chief executive Carolyn McCall, are expected to sit before the Commons Culture, Media and Sports Committee on Tuesday 5 June.

Read more:

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MPs to question ITV over Phillip Schofield affair controversy

Bosses are set to face tough questions after denying having any knowledge of secret relationship

Voices: Lies, scandal and celebrity showdowns: Can This Morning ever recover?

Wednesday 31 May 2023 17:00 , Inga Parkel

“The real issue is bigger than the scandalous optics. It’s how the developments have made viewers feel,” writes Rhea Freeman.

This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby said former co-host Phillip Schofield previously denied to her having a relationship with a younger ITV colleague – saying his admission now is “very hurtful” (PA) (PA Wire)
This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby said former co-host Phillip Schofield previously denied to her having a relationship with a younger ITV colleague – saying his admission now is “very hurtful” (PA) (PA Wire)

Opinion: I’m a brand expert – this is what will happen to This Morning

The real issue is bigger than the scandalous optics. It’s how the developments have made viewers feel

Piers Morgan weighs in on the ‘This Morning’ scandal

Wednesday 31 May 2023 16:00 , Inga Parkel

Piers Morgan has compared the This Morning scandal to Quentin Tarantino’s 1992 crime film Reservoir Dogs.

“I fear we’re now entering the Reservoir Dogs phase of the This Morning scandal… and it could end up with a lot of corpsed careers,” he wrote on Twitter.

The broadcaster also shared a message calling for “a lot more questions” to be asked on the channel.

Morgan’s views come as Phillip Schofield shared a statement on Instagram to hit out at “loud voices” who have criticised him and This Morning for its “toxicity”.

Jodie Marsh takes swipe at Phillip Schofield years after heated This Morning clash

Wednesday 31 May 2023 15:00 , Peony Hirwani

Jodie Marsh has hit out at Phillip Schofield amid his This Morning affair scandal.

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Jodie Marsh takes swipe at Phillip Schofield years after heated This Morning clash

Dr Ranj Singh accuses This Morning of ‘toxic culture’ as Schofield scandal grows

Wednesday 31 May 2023 14:30 , Peony Hirwani

Former This Morning mainstay Dr Ranj Singh has accused the programme of having a “toxic culture” as ITV is engulfed by the controversy surrounding Phillip Schofield’s affair.

The health expert, who appeared on the daytime TV show for 10 years, said he was “increasingly worried” about things that were happening on the programme and how people were being treated.

He claims that after he raised these concerns with top bosses at ITV he was “managed out” and has not appeared on This Morning since then.

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Dr Ranj Singh accuses This Morning of ‘toxic culture’ as Schofield scandal grows

The recent controversies that have plagued Phillip Schofield

Wednesday 31 May 2023 14:00 , Peony Hirwani

The recent controversies that have plagued Phillip Schofield

Voices: Lies, scandal and celebrity showdowns: Can This Morning ever recover?

Wednesday 31 May 2023 13:30 , Peony Hirwani

“The real issue is bigger than the scandalous optics. It’s how the developments have made viewers feel,” writes Rhea Freeman.

Opinion: I’m a brand expert – this is what will happen to This Morning

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Wednesday 31 May 2023 13:00 , Peony Hirwani

Phillip Schofield admits to ‘lying’ about affair with much younger This Morning employee.

In a lengthy statement issued on Friday 26 May, Phillip Schofield admitted to “lying” about having an affair with a much younger This Morning staffer.

Read his statement in full here:

Read Phillip Schofield’s full statement addressing ‘This Morning’ scandal

Watch: Phillip Schofield interviews Jodie Marsh about sex addiction in resurfaced clip

Wednesday 31 May 2023 12:00 , Peony Hirwani

Holly Willoughby ‘has nothing to hide’ about Phillip Schofield scandal and ‘will return’ to This Morning

Wednesday 31 May 2023 11:30 , Peony Hirwani

This Morning viewers are questioning whether Holly Willoughby will return to the ITV series as planned.

According to a source, Willoughby, who has faced accusations of knowing about Schofield’s action, “has made it clear she was one of the people Phil lied to and she has nothing to hide”. They say she “will return to This Morning as planned on Monday and carry on like the professional she is”.

The source told The Sun: “Holly has been affected by Phil’s actions and it has been very difficult. She is devoted to This Morning, however, and will continue to do the best job she can for them.”

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Holly Willoughby ‘has nothing to hide’ about Phillip Schofield scandal

Nadine Dorries says ITV’s ‘toxic’ This Morning should be axed after Phillip Schofield scandal

Wednesday 31 May 2023 11:10 , Peony Hirwani

From Piers Morgan to Eamonn Holmes: The celebrities who weighed in on Phillip Schofield’s This Morning and ITV exit

Wednesday 31 May 2023 10:00 , Peony Hirwani

The celebrities who have weighed in on Phillip Schofield’s This Morning and ITV exit

Voices: Lies, scandal and celebrity showdowns: Can This Morning ever recover?

Wednesday 31 May 2023 09:30 , Peony Hirwani

“The real issue is bigger than the scandalous optics. It’s how the developments have made viewers feel,” writes Rhea Freeman.

Opinion: I’m a brand expert – this is what will happen to This Morning

Phillip Schofield: MPs to question ITV over affair controversy

Wednesday 31 May 2023 09:00 , Peony Hirwani

ITV is set to be questioned by MPs about the controversy surrounding Phillip Schofield.

It’s been reported by iNews that the channel’s bosses, including chief executive Carolyn McCall, are expected to sit before the Commons Culture, Media and Sports Committee on Tuesday 5 June.

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MPs to question ITV over Phillip Schofield affair controversy

Watch Phillip Schofield's final sign off from This Morning

Wednesday 31 May 2023 08:20 , Peony Hirwani

Everything we know about Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield’s ‘fall-out’

Wednesday 31 May 2023 07:00 , Peony Hirwani

Everything we know about the Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby ‘fall-out’

Piers Morgan weighs in on the ‘This Morning’ scandal

Wednesday 31 May 2023 06:30 , Peony Hirwani

Piers Morgan has compared the This Morning scandal to Quentin Tarantino’s 1992 crime film Reservoir Dogs.

“I fear we’re now entering the Reservoir Dogs phase of the This Morning scandal… and it could end up with a lot of corpsed careers,” he wrote on Twitter.

The broadcaster also shared a message calling for “a lot more questions” to be asked on the channel.

Morgan’s views come as Phillip Schofield shared a statement on Instagram to hit out at “loud voices” who have criticised him and This Morning for its “toxicity”.

Jodie Marsh hilariously responds to old Phillip Schofield diss

Wednesday 31 May 2023 06:00 , Peony Hirwani

Jodie Marsh has belatedly responded to an old 2016 tweet from Phillip Schofield. Years ago, the disgraced presenter dissed the TV personality, writing: “Next time I’ll certainly check with @JodieMarsh that it’s ok to ask the questions she was booked to talk about!”

Now, Marsh has finally used the timing of Schofield’s recent scandals and ITV exit to her advantage.

“Unfortunately for you Phil there won’t be a next time. Couldn’t have happened to a nicer man,” she tweeted on Monday (29 May).

Watch: Kim Woodburn criticises Holly Willoughby over Phillip Schofield feud

Wednesday 31 May 2023 05:30 , Inga Parkel

Eamonn Holmes accuses ex-colleague Phillip Schofield of ‘toxicity’ and ITV of ‘cover-up’

Wednesday 31 May 2023 05:00 , Inga Parkel

Eamonn Holmes has accused Phillip Schofield of “toxicity” amid the furore over the culture on ITV’s This Morning programme.

Schofield, 61, resigned from ITV on Friday and was dropped by his talent agency YMU after admitting to an “unwise, but not illegal” affair with a young male colleague on This Morning.

In the wake of his resignation, some former This Morning employees have come out to criticise the “toxic” culture at the broadcaster.

In a post on Instagram on Monday, Schofield hit back at the critics, saying that there was “no toxicity” on This Morning. “I hope you have noticed that it’s the same handful of people with a grudge against me or the show who seem to have the loudest voice,” he wrote.

Referring to Schofield’s comments in an interview on GB News on Monday, Holmes accused Schofield himself of “toxicity”.

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Eamonn Holmes accuses Phillip Schofield of ‘toxicity’ and ITV of ‘cover-up’

Holmes previously presented This Morning on Fridays with wife Ruth Langsford

Holly and Phil don't know This Morning crew's names, says Eamonn Holmes

Wednesday 31 May 2023 04:30 , Inga Parkel

Holly Willoughby responds to Phillip Schofield’s This Morning affair scandal in brief statement

Wednesday 31 May 2023 04:00 , Inga Parkel

Phillip Schofield’s This Morning co-host Holly Willoughby has issued a brief statement about Schofield’s affair scandal.

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Holly Willoughby should follow Phillip Schofield “out the door” of This Morning, Eamonn Holmes has said (PA) (PA Archive)
Holly Willoughby should follow Phillip Schofield “out the door” of This Morning, Eamonn Holmes has said (PA) (PA Archive)

Holly Willoughby breaks silence over Phillip Schofield scandal

‘It’s taken time to process yesterday’s news,’ Willoughby wrote

Phillip Schofield admits to ‘lying’ about affair with much younger This Morning employee

Wednesday 31 May 2023 03:30 , Inga Parkel

In a lengthy statement issued on Friday 26 May, Phillip Schofield admitted to “lying” about having an affair with a much younger This Morning staffer.

Read his statement in full here:

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Read Phillip Schofield’s full statement addressing ‘This Morning’ scandal

‘I am painfully conscious that I have lied to my employers at ITV,’ he said

Watch: Amanda Holden slams Phillip Schofield live on radio

Wednesday 31 May 2023 02:30 , Inga Parkel

Piers Morgan empathises with Phillip Schofield

Wednesday 31 May 2023 02:00 , Inga Parkel

Before Phillip Schofield completely resigned from ITV after confessing he had an affair with a much younger staffer, Piers Morgan said Schofield was “heartbroken” after leaving This Morning.

In a scathing op-ed for The Sun, Morgan empathised with the disgraced broadcaster, saying that “Phillip’s not the evil monster he’s being painted as, nor is he the angel his previously halo-clad reputation suggested”.

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Piers Morgan and Phillip Schofield (Getty Images)

Piers Morgan says Phillip Schofield is ‘heartbroken’ after leaving This Morning

Morgan expressed empathy for former This Morning presenter in scathing column