Sam Faiers 'wants to be the next Holly Willoughby' after signing huge new deal

Strictly Come Dancing is set to return to our screens in the autumn, which might seem like forever away – but rumours are already swirling around potential contestants for the 2022 series.It has been reported that the line up has been finalised ahead of the autumn launch, which means celebrities will be busy negotiating their contracts and gearing up to ballroom dance like never before. In a matter of months we'll know for sure who is set to take part, because the summer months sees the BBC announce the new cast.The 2022 series is set to be completely different to any other series because professional dancer Oti Mabuse has quit seven years, and Anton du Beke is to take over judging from Bruno Tonioli.If you can't wait until the summer to find out which celebs will be taking part though, join us with a little bit of dreaming.. because we've compiled a list of the celebrities we'd most like to see compete who have all hinted at it before.Last year the brunette Gogglebox beauty spoke out about taking part in Strictly Come Dancing when she said: "Loads of people keep saying this.

Sam & Billie Show podcast, the Mummy Diaries star said: ‘We were on the way back from Dubai and there was a family that was sat in front of us and Arthur was kicking off a bit, as they do sometimes.‘Don’t get me wrong, this is really annoying. He was on my lap and I was trying to say “calm down” and there was a woman sat in front, a bit older, and he kicked the back of her seat.‘I was like “oh God, so sorry”.

THIS Morning has revealed there's another changing of the guard tomorrow - with Josie Gibson being replaced. The show has been fronted by the former Big Brother star and Phillip Schofield after Holly Willoughby was ruled out with Covid.

Phillip Schofield has given a fresh update on Holly Willoughby as she remains off This Morning.

Holly Willoughby has been unable to join her co-star Phillip Schofield on This Morning this week after a positive Covid-19 test. Josie Gibson has appeared on the ITV show to cover Holly after the star was forced to step away after she was left feeling unwell.Prior to Wednesday's This Morning, Lorraine welcomed Phillip and Josie on her screen via a video link as they spoke about what would be coming up on the ITV show schedule throughout the day.Lorraine had previously mentioned Holly having Covid as Phil opened up on the show and said that Holly was at home and looking after herself.Phil said: "She [Holly] is still taking care of herself, looking after herself; Josie's here," before sharing an update on what was coming up on the show.It's unclear when Holly will be back on screens, but Josie will be unable to join Phil on the sofa tomorrow as it has already been confirmed that she's covering the races with Alison Hammond.Josie, who has stepped in for Holly, often appears on the show for the segments away from the studios, but this week she's been firmly sat on the sofa.She's stepped in often over the last few months if either Phil or Holly have been off ill, with both the hosts contracting Covid-19 this year.Josie has become increasingly popular with viewers, with many fans calling for her to become a more regular fixture on the popular ITV show.Throughout the week many fans have taken to Twitter to share their love for the stand-in host.One user wrote: "Love Josie on This Morning, a breath of fresh air.

Eamonn Holmes cut a very dapper figure as he headed out to attend the Cheltenham Races on Tuesday.MORE: Eamonn Holmes shares joy at baby milestone - proud wife Ruth reactsThe GB News anchor shared a snapshot to showcase his race day outfit – and fans were certainly impressed!WATCH: Eamonn Holmes is almost unrecognisable with dark hairThe image shows 62-year-old Eamonn dressed in a smart suit with a pale blue shirt and spotty tie. He wore an overcoat to keep out the chill and accessorised with a blue flat cap.READ: Eamonn Holmes takes aim at ITV after leaving for GB News - 'it's nice to be appreciated'MORE: Eamonn Holmes returns to social media following Phillip Schofield comments"A touch of The #peakybliners at Cheltenham but no luck of The #Irish," Eamonn captioned the post.

This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield was crying with laughter as stand-in co-host Josie Gibson missed her cue and messed up her lines after a cocktail tasting session on the show.

Holly Willoughby has been forced to miss hosting duties on This Morning and Dancing on Ice after testing positive for coronavirus.Appearing on the This Morning sofa for the second day alongside Holly's temporary replacement Josie Gibson, co-host Phillip Schofield revealed he had reached out the 41-year-old star as she quarantines at home.Holly tested positive for Covid-19 over the weekend, just hours before she was gearing up to go on air to host Dancing on Ice.Phillip, 59, offered a health update to concerned ITV viewers during Tuesday's episode, revealing that Holly was doing "fine", but admitted she was "annoyed" over the situation.Phillip explained: "Holly obviously has still got rona, so sending her massive love and texting her throughout the day, checking she is okay."She's fine, just annoyed, so lots of love and get well soon."Phil addressed her absence from the show on Monday morning, telling fans: "Well we were absolutely convinced,, Holly and I, that having worked all the way through everything, that we might be immune. "And then it got me a few weeks ago, and over the weekend it's got Holly."So she's tested positive and she’s at home watching, and it's the weirdest thing in the world when you can't do it and you're watching it from homeFormer Big Brother winner Josie has previously stepped in for Willoughby at the last minute, back in November last year, when Willoughby came down with a stomach bug.Phillip said to Josie as they opened the show: "'This is a bit of a first! About an hour ago you were on your way to do our live competitions in Surrey.Gibson confessed: "I couldn't believe it...

Sam Faiers has opened up on an incident where she felt she was treated differently at her children’s school because of her celebrity status.The former TOWIE star, 31, shared an insight into her new family life in Surrey with partner Paul and children Paul Jnr, six, and Rosie, five. Sam was speaking on the latest episode of her podcast with her sister Billie Faiers, when the pregnant reality star was asked by a listener if they ever feel like they’re treated differently due to the fact they’re in the spotlight.The star explained one “silly” incident where she felt singled out by other parents after she got out of her car to move a traffic cone at the school gate.The reality star detailed how she has made some great friends through her children’s school, but how she also feels she’s been singled out due to her celeb status.

Billie Faiers was fuming and admitted she "saw red" after a stranger smacked her five year old son Arthur during a flight back to the UK from Dubai.The child, who was a toddler at the time, had been struggling to stay calm on the plane and started having a tantrum, which the TOWIE star was doing her best to control. Arthur, who recently celebrated his fifth birthday with a lavish party, ended up kicking a woman's chair in front of him as he sat bouncing on his mum's lap, but the woman became so frustrated she took it upon herself to discipline the little boy herself, slapping him on the arm. Furious and incredibly angry as the woman had no right to behave in such a way to her son, 32 year old Billie said she "saw red".

ITV This Morning star Phillip Schofield has issued a health update on an "annoyed" Holly Willoughby. Holly, aged 41, is currently off the daytime TV favourite while she battles Covid.

ITV This Morning star Phillip Schofield issued an apology live on air on Tuesday as he hosted alongside Josie Gibson. Schofe, aged 59, welcomed Colin back onto the show with his giant potato.

Emily Atack wants Miriam Margolyes to guest star on ‘Celebrity Juice’ The former Inbetweeners’ actress - who replaced Holly Willoughby as a team captain back in 2020 -has been discussing ideas about potential guests ahead of the shows return is getting ready for its return to ITV2 next Thursday (24. 03. 22) and named the outspoken actress as a particular favourite, along with documentary star Louis Theroux.

This Morning's Phillip Schofield was forced to apologise on Tuesday's show when guest Colin Craig-Brown accidentally slipped a swear word into his interview. The New Zealander was talking to presenters Phillip and Josie Gibson about his Guinness World Record loss after realising his potato vegetable had actually turned out to be a gourd. The hopeful had been excited to get his name in the famous record bookas the 7.9kg vegetable was on track to be named the world's largest potato.

She may be suffering from Covid-19 but Holly Willoughby has still been sharing style updates with fans, posting a snap of herself looking Spring ready in a stunning floral dress. The star, who has been absent from Dancing On Ice and ITV's This Morning since testing positive for coronavirus, has shared outfit inspiration with her 7.6million followers.

Phillip Schofield and Eammon Holmes' wife Ruth Langsford on today's episode of This Morning, when the presenter failed to so much as thank her for her contribution on the show.The claims come after Ruth made a formal complaint about Phillip interrupting her back in 2019, two years before Eamonn's exit from the ITV show.Phillip was presenting alongside Josie Gibson today, after Holly Willoughby bowed out of her usual early morning slot due to contracting Covid.While Holly was away, fans wondered whether sparks would fly between Phillip and Ruth.Some believed their suspicions had been proven right after catching sight of Ruth describing what would be coming up on Loose Women.After Phillip didn't thank Ruth for her input before moving on to the next segment, Twitter fans were quick to voice their feelings."Not even a 'thank you, Ruth' from our Phil. Fancy working in that atmosphere," one follower commented.Another, however, hit back: "We all know Phil and Ruth hate each other.

JOSIE Gibson stepped in at the last minute to cover Holly Willoughby on today's This Morning - but many viewers had the same concern. The bubbly host joined Phillip Schofield for the latest edition of the daytime staple after Holly came down with Covid, but fans took to Twitter to comment on her nerves.

Billie Faiers first hit our TV screens back in 2010, when she appeared on The Only Way Is Essex at the age of 20 alongside her sister, Sam Faiers. During her time in the spotlight, Billie has got hitched, welcomed two kids, started multiple business and undergone a huge style overhaul. When she first arrived on our screens, Billie was glowing with fake tan and bronzer and loved body-con dresses teamed with sky high court heels.

She is the golden girl of ITV, fronting both This Morning and Dancing on Ice. So it's perhaps unsurprising that ITV bosses were sent into a 'tail spin' when Holly Willoughby revealed she had tested positive for Covid-19 this weekend. "ITV have been really careful to make sure their presenters are working in the most Covid safe was so it's a real blow that Holly tested positive," an ITV source told OK! They said the timing could not have been worse, coming as it did in the wake of Philip Schofield being forced to miss shows when he himself tested positive and Holly's period of absence while she filmed Wim Hof's Superstar Survival with comic Lee Mack.

THIS Morning viewers couldn't help but notice a moment of tension between Phillip Schofield and Ruth Langsford. Hosting the show alongside Josie Gibson, who stepped in to replace Holly Willoughby after she caught Covid, Phil cut to Ruth for a brief of what was coming up on Loose Women.

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