This Morning bosses 'tail spin' over Holly Willoughby's Covid: 'Timing couldn't be worse'

Kate Garraway, 54, has revealed how her husband’s life changed after he became severely ill with Covid.The TV presenter documented her family’s ordeal in her most recent documentary, Caring for Derek.Derek was diagnosed with Covid in March 2020 and stayed hospitalised in critical condition until a year later.He even travelled to Mexico to undergo cutting-edge medical treatment at a specialist clinic.Speaking to The Sun, Kate said she sometimes feels "really lonely" while caring for her husband.She described his “heartbreak” when he wakes up every morning and thinks of his life before contracting Covid.Kate said: "It’s like there’s both grief and hope in the same moment."There are flashes of the old Derek and then he disappears again, and you’re left just feeling really lonely."Derek dreams about the ‘before’, and every morning it’s just so, so awful seeing him wake up, and the realisation of where he is."There’s a kind of heartbreak in his eyes, every single morning.

THIS Morning's Josie Gibson told viewers how she turned up at Cheltenham in posh tweeds and a hat - only to be insulted by Chris Hughes. She explained that the Love Island star, who now helps front ITV's horseracing coverage, compared her to Crocodile Dundee.

Alison Hammond got an extra day on This Morning this week as she filled in for Covid-stricken Holly Willoughby. The presenter, who usually presents the ITV daytime show on a Friday, joined Phillip Schofield on Thursday's show after Jose Gibson stepped in to Holly's shoes for the rest of the week.

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.

Ranvir Singh has shared her support as her Good Morning Britain replacement has been confirmed. It was reported last month that the 44-year-old TV presenter and journalist left her political role on the ITV news programme in December.

JOSIE Gibson was left close to tears on This Morning today as she spoke of the deaths of four friends who had taken their lives in lockdown. The presenter, who is sitting in for Holly Willoughby on the ITV show, opened up during a discussion about the struggle to access mental health services.

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.

This Morning fans were left with plenty to say after the UK's Eurovision entry for 2022 appeared on the show. It was announced last week that TikTok star Sam Ryder has been chosen to represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest which is taking place in Turin, Italy, in May.

This Morning presenter Josie Gibson fought back tears as she opened up on losing four friends who tragically took their own lives.The 37 year old TV star, who is standing in for usual host Holly Willoughby after she tested positive for Covid-19, revealed she’d lost four people she knew to suicide in a frank conversation about the public’s struggle to access mental health services. Josie and co-host Phillip Schofield were joined by Doctor Nighat Arif to discuss how people’s mental health has been impacted by the pandemic and what is out there to help those who are in need.

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

Joe Wicks is "over the moon" he and wife Rosie Jones are expecting their third child together and that he is able to "afford the big family he's dreamed of", a source says.The 35 year old announced his model wife Rosie was pregnant with their third child at the weekend. A source tells OK!: "Joe and Rosie are over the moon and just so happy.They're going to be like The Waltons but really fit, they want loads of babies. "He is so in love with Rosie and he can't believe everything has taken off the way it has and he can afford to have the big family he's dreamed of.

This Morning as she spoke about the tragedy of the national lockdowns.Doctors have been quite open about the toll the pandemic has had on the NHS and particularly the mental health sector, with a large backlog resulting in many people left without needed support.Josie joined Phillip Schofield to talk with GP Doctor Nighat Arif about mental health as they discussed the challenging circumstances and the struggle to provide help.Talking about something a little closer to home, Josie fought back tears as she said: "I personally know four men who took their life to suicide - I personally know them. The support was just not there."Dr Arif stated that there has been incredible difficulties with getting people help, particularly since the pandemic.Dr Arif said: "The difficulty is when demand is so much.

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.

Judi Love has opened up about her fears for refugees fleeing Ukraine and has said she tries not to have the news on too much in front of her children as she doesn't want to frighten them. "I don’t want them to be scared, but it is, of course, terrifying," the Loose Women star says. In her latest OK! column, the Loose Women panelist also reflects on her exciting International Women's Day project and shares her thoughts on Piers Morgan's latest TV plans.

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...

Josie Gibson hilariously told This Morning viewers she'd had one too many vodkas that had gone "straight to her head" as she made a series of blunders following a cocktail tasting session live on the ITV show. With Russian Standard vodka expected to disappear from the UK shelves in the coming weeks after becoming the subject of much higher import tariffs, Josie and co-host Phillip Schofield - along with the help of Helen McGuinness - sought to assist viewers in selecting an alternative brand.

ITV This Morning star Josie Gibson has apologised for numerous gaffes on Tuesday's show. As she stepped in to host instead of Holly Willoughby again, Josie was left saying sorry for a blunder. On Instagram, Phillip Schofield - her co host - shared a cheeky compilation of all her gaffes.

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.

PHILLIP Schofield could not contain his annoyance as he declared Tuesday's Spin To Win a "disaster". The This Morning host was joined by Josie Gibson as they tried to help one viewer bag up to £3000.