Piers Morgan takes thinly-veiled swipe at ITV bosses as female hosts gather for snap

This Morning stars Josie Gibson and Phillip Schofield got themselves into a total pickle on Monday's edition of the show as the latter presenter nearly ended up sitting on his co-host's lap. It all began with Josie, 37, making a hilarious blunder and blocking 59 year old Phillip into the corner of the sofa so that he had no choice but to half sit on her as they plonked down together at the same time. The awkward mishap occurred as all viewers could see on the screen was the scheduling for what was coming up on the show, but in the background they could hear Josie, who was filling in for Holly Willoughby, saying "oh sorry" to her colleague.

Phillip Schofield sent a message to his co-host Holly Willoughby as she's forced to miss the show.

Fans of Dancing On Ice were left confused after tuning in to Sunday 14 March's episode when it became apparent that Phillip Schofield would be presenting the show alone. Holly Willoughby, who usually hosts the Sunday night extravaganza alongside her This Morning co-star, was forced to pull out last minute after testing positive for Covid-19.

Holly Willoughby will be absent from This Morning this week after being forced to miss Dancing On Ice.

Susanna Reid appeared lost for words after having to share the heartbreaking news a mother and her unborn child were killed after a maternity hospital was targeted in Ukraine.

Good Morning Britain fans were unsure about the new studio layout as hosts Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley failed to appear behind a desk. ITV viewers demanded to know why producers had opted for Susanna, 51, and Richard, 65, to be perched on bar stools as opposed to being seated in their usual position.

ITV competition sees the celebrity lineup take to the ice each week with jaw-dropping performances, and tonight (Sunday, March 13) was no different. Among this year’s contestants are the likes of Love Island star Liberty Poole, Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt and S Club 7 star Rachel Stevens. After a lively group routine to Camila Cabello's 'Don't Go Yet' led by former pro Dan Whiston, Phillip Schofield – who was hosting alone after Holly Willoughby tested positive for Covid-19 earlier today – then welcomed the final five on to the ice for a solo skating challenge.

Bafta Awards - saying a man would have been "abused, shamed and cancelled" if he had cracked some of the jokes she did. The Australian actress also suffered a backlash from viewers who branded her "unfunny" and said they were "cringing" at her gags on Sunday night (March 13).

Piers Morgan, 56, did not hold back in his criticism of Rebel Wilson, who hosted this year’s BAFTA Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London.The former Good Morning Britain host said he was “cringing violently” in a scathing tweet shared with his 7.9 million followers.He wrote: “I’m cringing so violently watching Rebel Wilson attempt to host the #BAFTAs that I fear my eye sockets may explode.”In a separate tweet, Piers added: “Great to see Rebel Wilson cracking all the jokes that would get a man abused, shamed and cancelled if he cracked them. #BAFTAs”Other Twitter users appeared to agree with the broadcaster, taking to the social media platform to share their opinion on Rebel’s appearance.Ittatto23 fumed: “This isn’t the #EEBAFTAS, this is the unfunny #RebelWilson comedy show! What a pathetic sketch, going to a cinema and showing off her blurry shortcomings and sharing an unfunny gag with the bloke of Little Britain.“This is NOT after the 9pm watershed.”Deb19622 added: “Watching the BAFTS who picks the presenters?“Is rebel Wilson suppose to be funny it’s embarrassing.” (sic)RUTH_S_H wrote: “Rebel Wilson still hasn’t settled into this role.“It’s a shame because she is a TALENT.“Not her day.Such a shame.

Cristiano Ronaldo text Piers Morgan to explain what makes him the greatest footballer in history.Morgan has been a huge supporter of the iconic Portugal international in recent years as the debate between himself and Lionel Messi has raged on.Although PSG forward and Barcelona icon Messi has won seven Ballon d'Or trophies and two more than Ronaldo, his record across three major European leagues has split voters.Following the 37-year-old's stunning hat-trick against Tottenham and Messi's failure to help PSG past Real Madrid in the Champions League, Morgan has again spoken up with his thoughts. Morgan said in his column for The Sun that he had text Ronaldo on Sunday (March 11) to ask the man himself why he was the greatest of all time.Morgan said that Ronaldo, after saying that he needed more than three words, replied with two laughing emojis: "More than special one, I’m 'The Only One'."With the TV personality adding: "I could almost hear him chuckling – and winking - out of my phone.

Dancing On Ice 's Brendan Cole took an unfortunate tumble during a solo routine on Sunday's live semi-finals. During the episode, the five remaining contestants had to take to the ice where they performed as a group before delivering their own solo parts.

Piers Morgan has called out actress and BAFTAs host Rebel Wilson for her crude jokes and claimed that the comments she made would "get a man abused".Australian actress Rebel Wilson, star of Bridesmaids and Cats, hosted the 75th annual British Academy Film Awards at London’s Royal Albert Hall. She wore her signature blonde hair in Hollywood style curls and a figure-hugging red sequinned dress, but viewers were more distracted with her inappropriate jokes throughout the evening.Wilson made a number of jokes including comments aimed at Prince Andrew’s Pizza Express comments, 10 Downing Street’s lockdown parties and she even stuck a middle up to the camera which was aimed at Vladimir Putin.She also made multiple jokes towards The Power Of The Dog star Benedict Cumberbatch and at one point, Rebel wheeled out a cake which was a bust of the actor.At times her jokes fell flat, receiving minimal applause and the audience often looked unimpressed.The 41-year-old actress began a segment where she gave out her own awards, which were just her “old bras” spray painted gold.She began handing them out to members of the audience and gave one out to "the person Leonardo DiCaprio would find the most attractive" because he "does like them young".Then she suddenly threw another one behind her to the "person with the best reflexes" as some audience members reached out to grab it.Journalist and ex-Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan was tuned into the show and seemed less than impressed with the wise-cracking presenter.

Dancing On Ice had a very different look as Phillip Schofield went solo to present the ITV skating contest without Holly Willoughby.

DANCING On Ice's Phillip Schofield shared an emotional tribute to Holly Willoughby as he explained why he's hosting tonight's show alone. Phillip, 59, presenting the ITV skating show alone for the first time after Holly tested positive for Covid. Wearing a black suit, The This Morning host stood on his own and told fans that he would be hosting the show solo.

Piers Morgan, 56, has taken to social media to pay tribute to US journalist Brent Renaud who, according to reports, died after being shot by Russian forces in Ukraine. Brent was in a car with other journalists in the city of Irpin when troops opened fire, Kyiv police chief Andriy Nebytov said.Another journalist was injured in the attack and taken to hospital.Following the tragic news, Piers hailed his fellow journalists working in Ukraine as “absolute heroes” as he paid homage to Brent, who had worked for outlets including The New York Times.The broadcaster wrote: “My God, poor man.

DANCING On Ice fans will need to tune in later tonight to catch the latest episode of the hit skating show. ITV has re-jigged its schedules and put Paul O'Grady: For The Love Of Dogs in the 7pm slot, with Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield broadcasting live straight afterwards.

KATE Garraway shared a rare snap with her elderly dad as she squeezed inside her car boot earlier today. The Good Morning Britain presenter, 54, praised her 87-year-old father for his "wonderful energy" as they embarked on some gardening together at her home.

Piers Morgan has taken aim at Alec Baldwin over reports he thinks he's "untouchable". The Talk TV star has spoken out with a savage assessment of the Hollywood actor.

Kate Garraway has been spending quality time with her dad after a "tough week" for husband Derek Draper.The Good Morning Britain host shared the update with her followers on Instagram after a fun day out buying garden supplies with her father.Posing in the boot of a Peugeot 3008 Kate grinned at her dad from amongst the foliage as she handed him a selection of their purchases.The popular presenter looked gorgeous in her casual attire - including a black sweatshirt with yellow smiley faces adorning it.Kate admitted using food to bribe her 87-year-old father to help her out - naming her homemade apple crumble as a great bargaining tool.She wrote: "Everyone sings for their supper in my house! Thanks to my Dad's wonderful energy at 87 ( I get my gardening passion from him) & a surprisingly capacious Peugeot 3008 boot!"We are cracking on with some spring planting today. It’s amazing what he’ll do for one of my apple crumbles!?!!"Earlier this week Kate stepped out to the theatre with daughter Darcey to mark her birthday as she admitted it had been a rough week for the family amid husband Derek Draper's health woes.Kate shared a touching snap of her and her teenage daughter smiling at the camera as they sat down to enjoy a performance of Dirty Dancing for Darcey's 16th Birthday.She captioned the image: "Well what a way to celebrate your 16th birthday Eve! @ddongstage is the best fun & we are both in love with Johnny.

PIERS Morgan has slammed Alec Baldwin after the actor claimed he was "untouchable" following the fatal shooting on the set of his film. The star claimed he was covered by the movie contract and would be financially safe after shooting a cinematographer on set.

Arsenal fan Piers Morgan has trolled Chelsea with a taunt about the "greatest Stamford Bridge moment".There are fears that the Blues could fall into administration or even be unable to finish the season as a result of their restrictions from the sanctions on owner Roman Abramovich.They are currently unable to sell merchandise or tickets and with sponsors considering pulling our of their deals, it is worrying times for Thomas Tuchel and Co.Not one to bite his tongue, Morgan has been vocal on social media about his rival club's situation and directed another jibe their way on Friday (March 11).He tweeted: "Should this be the end of ⁦Chelsea⁩, I think we can all agree this was the greatest moment in Stamford Bridge history…" Attached to the post was a collection of images of Morgan celebrating at the 2019 Soccer Aid event, which was hosted at Chelsea's stadium.The TV presenter was co-manager of the victorious Rest of the World side alongside Harry Redknapp.What truly is the greatest Stamford Bridge moment? Let us know in the comments section.Earlier in the day he had asked Chelsea star Mason Mount if he was interested in a move to his beloved Arsenal."Hi mate, @masonmount_10 - fancy a new life in North London?," wrote Morgan.Last month he criticised Chelsea for their "weasel words" response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.And he also condemned their supporters after they chanted Abramovich's name before a recent match at Burnley.The away end at Turf Moor bellowed out in support of their club's owner during a minute's applause to show solidarity for Ukraine.Morgan responded with "Classy" - followed by an emoji of someone being sick.However, he has been left with egg on his face after an old tweet from 2014 resurfaced.In it