Richard Madeley slammed by furious GMB fans as he asks 'how is rape a weapon of war?'

Richard Madeley, 65, said he heard Judy “slam” the phone down following a call with her obstetrician.

RICHARD Madeley was accused of boasting today about the time he met Britney Spears as Good Morning Britain shared her pregnancy news. The TV host said he got the chance to interview the pop star years ago and allowed his daughter Chloe the day off school to meet her idol.

Back in November, Richard and Judy celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary.They share two children, Jack, 35, and Chloe, 34, and their long-running relationship has seen them host This Morning from its inception in 1988 and their self-titled Channel 4 show until 2008.The veteran presenters are now preparing for the birth of Chloe’s first child with her rugby player husband, James Haskell.Richard spoke about the happy news when he interviewed James on GMB in February.He said: “There is another thing that we now need to talk about, and I am going to talk to you now as your father-in-law.“It’s about my daughter Chloe, your wife, what do you want to tell us?”James beamed as he confirmed: “Chloe and I are expecting our first child.

Ranvir Singh was forced to apologise to Christine Lampard after they'd suffered an error on Good Morning Britain that would have left the Lorraine star's mum "in panic". The 44-year-old TV star had attempted to connect with Christine - who was supposed to be in the hosting chair on Lorraine but it seemed technology wasn't playing ball on Tuesday's episode (April 12).After the break, an apologetic Ranvir said sorry to Frank Lampard's wife, explaining that the blunder had been a fault at their own end.Christine chirped back thanking the former Strictly Come Dancing star for the update, adding that her mum would have been worried.Updating fans, Ranvir explained: "Now I teased you with Christine a moment ago, she is now in the hot seat."The former political correspondent added: "It was our fault, you were there all the time apparently."Laughing, Christine chirped in: "Look you'll give my mum an absolute panic, she'll be thinking 'well why isn't she there?'"Setting the record straight, Christine said: "I am here, all is well."Meanwhile, fans of the ITV programme were unimpressed with co-star Richard Madeley's update on Britney Spears' pregnancy.

Richard Madeley was slammed by Good Morning Britain fans after he seemingly turned Britney Spears and fiancée Sam Asghari's happy news into a story about his own family.The TV veteran, 65, explained that he and his wife Judy Finnigan had once had the pleasure of interviewing the Pop Princess which made his daughter Chloe Madeley green with envy - as she was such a huge fan.As a result of the on-screen discussion with the icon, Richard explained that they allowed their daughter to take the day off school and she was able to meet the Hit Me Baby One More Time star after.Holding up his phone, he flashed a throwback snap of his daughter Chloe, Richard said: "This is Chloe my daughter when she was about 10, and this is when she was at the apex of her fandom of Britney.He revealed: "And we interviewed Britney Spears on one of our shows and we obviously had to give Chloe the morning off school."So she came in and Britney Spears comes on the floor of the studio in the commercial break and by arrangement came up to Chloe and said, 'Hello Chloe, really nice to meet you'... she's so sweet.Richard continued: "I'm not making this up, Chloe didn't speak for the rest of the day!"She lost the power of speech for the rest of the day until bed time, and cried, tears just constantly running down her cheek.""That's actually lovely isn't it?" said a chuckling Ranvir Singh.The TV personality then went on to add: "And Britney was clearly well used to this kind of reaction.

Gary Lineker, 61, has not held back on his criticism of Richard Madeley, 65, after the Good Morning Britain star entered a “very complicated discussion” with climate activist Miranda Whelehan.

Richard Madeley opened up about his pregnant daughter Chloe Madeley's "expensive car" being stolen, on Monday's episode of Good Morning Britain (April 11). The 65-year-old veteran TV star was joined on the programme by Ranvir Singh as his usual co-star Susanna Reid has taken some time out for the Easter holidays.During an interview with Shadow Justice Secretary Steve Reed, talk turned to the Labour Party's recent pledge to make tackling crime a priority.Interjecting with facts, Ranvir said: "Nearly two million anti-social behaviour reports have gone unattended by 34 police forces over the past three years."That shows that 55.2 per cent of all antisocial behaviour incidents were not responded to.""You make a really strong point there, and you've got Priti Patel coming in - you can ask her why the government cut 21,000 police from our streets...," responded an angry Mr Reed.Having a personal experience to get across, Richard chimed in: "We all have a story to tell.

Good Morning Britain today. He and Ranvir Singh were interviewing Shadow Justice Secretary Steve Reed about Labour’s new crime pledge to create victim payback boards in a bid to restore faith in community sentencing.As Richard grilled Mr Reed, he said: “We all have a story to tell.“My daughter’s car was stolen off the driveway of our home in London about two months ago.“She reported it, she got a crime number, and about 10 minutes later she got a call from the police saying that they weren’t going to investigate it any further because they had nothing to go on.

GOOD Morning Britain viewers moaned about Richard Madeley today when he interviewed Ant Middleton and failed to ask him about his exit from SAS: Who Dares Wins. Ant left the show last year after four women accused him of making "lewd and suggestive comments" on set.

Good Morning Britain host Ranvir Singh was left feeling concerned for ITV viewers after actress Emma Corrin's jaw dropping frock was aired on Monday's show (April 11).The 44-year-old TV personalty became so worried about the images, she even checked-in with producers that it was ok to air the pictures of the star.Even her co-star Richard Madeley appeared completely speechless as the eye-popping gown made it's way onto screens during Vick Hope's entertainment update.The Radio 1 star turned ITV showbiz guru was busy updating on the results of the Olivier Awards when talk turned to red carpet glamour.The swanky star studded ceremony, which took place on Sunday, saw Emma Corrin sport a very attention demanding balloon bra dress.TV star Ranvir was baffled over the Princess Diana star's choice of attire and wondered if it was safe to show on the programme so early on in the day.Ranvir commented: "What's going on? That's okay, is it?The presenter appeared to receive approval from [Producer] Owen issues an okay to continue."I don't know what to say about that," chimed in a shocked Ranvir."It's not a dress I'd go for but if a producer extraordinaire says that's okay at 12 minutes past seven in the Easter holidays then so be it," she added.It seemed Ranvir was correct to cross examine ITV chiefs over airing the racy gown as comments on Twitter flooded in.One person quipped: "That dress stopped Madeley in his tracks.

Richard Madeley has revealed that his daughter Chloe Madeley had her “expensive car” stolen off his driveway. The 65-year-old was interviewing Shadow Justice Secretary Steve Reed on Good Morning Britain when he shared his family’s recent experience with the police.

RICHARD Madeley left a Good Morning Britain guest close to tears today during a tense debate about oil protests. The host kicked off the discussion by telling Miranda Wheelan she had zero support from viewers after her group blocked petrol supply chains and left millions of motorists scrambling for fuel.

RICHARD Madeley and Ranvir Singh looked shocked this morning after seeing a 'pair of boobs' on Good Morning Britain. The breakfast show aired snaps of celebrities arriving at the Royal Albert Hall in London for the Olivier Awards Emma Corrin's dress caused a stir in the studio when it flashed up on screen just after 7am.

RICHARD Madeley proposed to Judy Finnigan just THREE weeks after they started dating - despite the fact they were both married. The TV legends got together after meeting while working for Granada television in 1982.

Good Morning Britain presenter said the pair were "kindred spirits" and from the first moment they met they had just "clicked".At the time, Judy was married to her first husband David Henshaw, who she tied the knot with in 1974 and they shared six-year-old twins, Tom and Jack.Richard was married to Lynda Hooley for five years before they divorced in 1983, a year after he had met Judy.The former This Morning presenter knew he wanted to marry his other half after their third date - but she was apprehensive about their eight-year age gap.Judy was 34 and Richard was 26 at the time.The pair were admittedly unhappy in their respective marriages before they embarked on their romance.When Richard arrived at Granada Television, the anchor spotted Judy and immediately developed a crush.Judy even confessed she thought Richard's suit at the time was "a bit flash", however since he otherwise "looked nice", she decided to let their relationship develop.She revealed their colleagues were convinced the pair were only involved in "a fling" and were left astonished when they each got a divorce from their other halves.Judy told the White Wine Question Time podcast while alongside her husband of 36 years: "There was absolutely no doubt in my mind that my boys, who were six, twins, they are - two six-year-old boys were my absolute priority and they had to be."And as Richard and I got closer, and it was clear that we… you kind of talked about marriage after about three weeks, didn’t you, I remember."It was clear things were very, very serious."The former This Morning presenter went on to end her marriage to journalist David after 12 years.Richard Osman breaks silence following Pointless exit after 13 years[LATEST]Dragons' Den star Sara Davies

Richard Madeley proposed to his now-wife Judy Finnigan while they were both still married, and it was only three weeks after they started dating.The Good Morning Britain presenter and I'm A Celeb star experienced love at first sight when he met Judy, 34, and the pair hit it off straight away.The iconic couple first got to know each other when they started working together at Granada television 40 years ago, but both stars were unhappily married at the time. Judy also had six year old twin sons, and while she said they were her "priority" 26 year old Richard knew he wanted to wed his co-worker after their third date.

TV legends Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan appeared on the White Wine Question Time Podcast yesterday, where they spoke to presenter Kate Thornton about their famous Book Club. On the show, Richard was keen to dispel any illusions that the couple did not personally select the books that made it onto their list. Richard and Judy, who are best known for their self-titled show and long presence on This Morning between 1988 and 2001, were quick to clarify that they are both keen readers. The daytime presenters launched their Richard & Judy Book Club with WHSmith in January 2004, and have continued to pick out their favourites to recommend to readers ever since. Kate told the couple that, after 12 years of their book club, they continued to “get Britain turning the page”. In response to this, Richard said: “Well, I suppose it’s because we don’t just lend our names to it.

Good Morning Britain star Richard Arnold has shared how his ITV colleagues are always “there for one another”.Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, Richard explained how his co-star Kate Garraway was “eternally grateful” for the support she has received from both her team, and the viewers watching at home.Richard, 52, opened up about his GMB colleague Kate, 54, whilst presenting at the Ideal Home Show, in partnership with NatWest. Kate is currently providing round-the-clock care for her husband Derek Draper, 54, who returned home from hospital in April 2021 after a year-long battle with Covid that almost cost him his life. When asked about what the team had been doing to support Kate over the past couple of years, Richard confirmed that the presenters and crew on Good Morning Britain are all “very close”.He said: “I think when you've been around your colleagues, as long as we have… “I mean, even Susanna (Reid) and Charlotte (Hawkins) and Laura (Tobin) and Ranvir (Singh) are rounding up 10 years or so now… Nearly a decade! “And of course, Kate, Ben (Shephard) and I have known each other for well over 20 years. “So, when one of us, one of the team, one of the family, is going through any kind of time that’s challenging, we're all there for each other, you know? “Because we do see each other every day.

ADIL Ray took over Good Morning Britain's hosting duties from Richard Madeley today and yesterday - and viewers love it. It comes after the TV presenter, 47, stepped in for his co-star yesterday to present alongside Kate Garraway.

GOOD Morning Britain viewers thanked Sean Fletcher for making them laugh on a dreary Friday morning. The news presenter was updating viewers on the winner of this year's RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch when he was challenged by host Adil Ray to make a bird pun.

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway and Adil Ray were left disappointed with their co-star Sean Fletcher's on-air joke.During a conversation about bird watching on Friday's (April 8th) show, Sean couldn't help himself from making a rather rude bird pun.Sean said: "I think we've done all the bird double entendres, haven't we?"To which Adil replied: "I think you've got another one, I can hear it twitching away."Kate then jumped in to express that she had enough of the jokes and added: "Oh, it's just petty. Go on Sean do it."Sean then took a breath and joked: "I did see pair of t*** in my garden the other day...