This Morning fans all say the same thing as Alison Hammond, 47, returns from holiday to host the show

For 34 years, This Morning has been a staple of British daytime viewing. From hard hitting topical discussions through to culinary mishaps, it’s been a familiar friend for many viewers as they tune in every weekday to discover the latest talking points and celebrity gossip.

Alison Hammond and her new co-host Craig Doyle have been exchanging sweet messages on social media after delighting fans with their This Morning appearance. Fans of the ITV daytime show were treated to a new face on the Bank Holiday Monday show.

This Morning fans have revealed their surprise at learning Craig Doyle's real age.The Irish TV presenter replaced Dermot O'Leary on Monday's bank holiday special episode of the ITV series in a huge presenting shake-up.Appearing alongside Alison Hammond, 47, Craig's appearance on the This Morning sofa marked his first ever time hosting the series. It also caused quite a stir with the show's viewers, who couldn't quite get over Craig's real age. Craig is 51 years old but posting to Twitter, fans of the breakfast programme had quite a hard time believing that fact due to his youthful visage.

This Morning fans were treated to a new face on-screen during Monday's Bank Holiday show. Alison Hammond was joined on the ITV daytime show by Craig Doyle as he made his presenting debut on the programme.

THIS Morning fans got a look at a brand new host today as Alison Hammond's regular co-presenter got Bank Holiday Monday off. The 47-year-old former Big Brother star was hosting with Irish TV star Craig Doyle.

This Morning viewers demand ITV bosses replace Philip Schofield with Craig Doyle following his successful debut.The Irish presenter has gone down a storm following his appearance on the morning programme alongside Alison Hammond, 47, on Monday (May 2).It was announced before Monday’s episode that a newcomer would be hosting with Alison, who usually presents This Morning with Dermot O’Leary.Craig is best known for presenting BT Sport and ITV’s Rugby World Cup coverage and his warm reception had viewers wanting more.Fans have since taken to social media to share their opinions on his debut, with many insisting he returns for a regular spot and replaces the likes of Philip, 60.One fan loved the switch-up and wrote: “The show is definitely more genuine, warm & friendly when Holly & Phil aren’t on it. Alison, Josie, Dermot, Vernon & Craig are all so much more likeable and relatable.”Another said: “Craig and Josie would be a good pairing.

This Morning viewers have been left surprised for more than one reason as they tuned in to the show on Monday (May 2). The first show of the week was without usual hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield due to it being a Bank Holiday.

Craig Doyle has gone down a storm with This Morning viewers as he made his presenting debut on the popular ITV morning programme alongside Alison Hammond, 47, on Monday 2 May. It was announced prior to today’s show that a newcomer would be hosting with Alison, who usually presents This Morning with Dermot O’Leary. Craig, 51, has made appearances on the daytime talk show, but this is the first time he has been on the couch as a presenter.This Morning viewers have since taken to social media to gush over Craig, and called for him to become a permanent member of the show.

This Morning star Craig Doyle left viewers in a hot sweat as he recalled a "bad" incident with a mouse.The 51-year-old Irish presenter filled in for Dermot O'Leary and presenter the latest edition of the ITV daytime show alongside Alison Hammond.Conversation turned to the time when a mouse ran up Craig's shorts, forcing him to strip off.He explained: "I had a bad mouse incident a couple of years ago"Alison asked: What was that?"Craig said: "Do you want to know? Right so we had chickens and used to have this metal bin with chicken food."I went to feed the chickens in my shorts.A cheeky Alison added: "Shorts" sending the crew into fits of giggles.Craig continued: "Yeah they were short shorts, I don't want to talk about it."I open the thing and the mouse was there looking at me and he'd been in there a day eating.

This Morning viewers were introduced to a new brand new host during the latest instalment of the ITV daytime show.Alison Hammond and Craig Doyle were on presenting duty on Bank Holiday Monday (May 2) as Dermot O'Leary was given the day off.Kicking off the show, Craig revealed: "I feel like I've stepped into my telly. I'm delighted to be here.""Dermot is a male Paddy partner and he said I was too look out for any red flags."A giggling Alison replied: "I'm a good girl."Unsurprisingly, Craig's appearance on the show got viewers watching at home talking online.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Love Craig’s accent, his looks and everything about him."Another added: "How refreshing to see the lovely Craig Doyle presenting @thismorning today."A third person posted: "Craig taking to this like a natural."While a fourth social media user said: "Ooh hello Craig.

This Morning viewers may be wondering who they are seeing on-screen during the first show of the week as Alison Hammond is joined by a new co-host.

Kate Garraway made a return to Good Morning Britain on Monday after being forced off the show last week. Viewers are used to seeing the presenter host the Thursday and Friday editions of the ITV news programme alongside Ben Shephard.

Alison Hammond is set to present Bank Holiday's instalment of This Morning alongside an unexpected guest.The show's usual hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield are set to take the day off, and Dermot O'Leary, who usually presents she show on Fridays and holidays, will not be presenting the ITV daytime show either. Instead, Alison, who recently enjoyed a sun-drenched Dubai getaway, will be joined by the show's roving reporter, Craig Doyle.

THIS Morning has brought in another changing of the guard with Dermot O'Leary being given a day off tomorrow. Instead the show will be fronted by Alison Hammond and a new anchor as Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield take the May bank holiday off.

Alison Hammond has delighted viewers after showcasing her shrinking frame in an array of snaps shared on her Instagram profile.The This Morning presenter, 47, slipped into a floor-length, long-sleeved wrap-around jumpsuit that tied in a bow at the side in a cool slate grey colour. Mum-of-one Alison completed her look with a pair of black stiletto court heels.To top off the look, it was accessorised with a pair of mid-sized gold hoops.Alison’s hair was tied up in a very sleek high ponytail, which flowed over her shoulder.

ALISON Hammond showed off her slimmer than ever body in a figure-hugging blue wrap dress. The 47-year-old This Morning presenter wowed her fans with her stunning look on Instagram.

This Morning viewers were full of compliments as Alison Hammond showed off a new look on Friday's show. The presenter was back fronting the ITV daytime show alongside co-host Dermot O'Leary after jetting back from Dubai.

This Morning fans were left quite amused as Dermot O’Leary was pied live on air during Friday’s episode. The 48 year old was in the middle of an interview with presenter Chris Tarrant at around 10:47am when he was slammed in the face with a pie by a masked Phantom Flan Flinger who had crept into the ITV studios before running back off set. Guest Chris appeared unfazed after the pie smash and kept on talking while Dermot’s co-host Alison Hammond burst out laughing immediately afterwards in reaction.The hilarious pie smash was in joking reference to Chris' children’s TV show Tiswas, which he presented in the 1970s during which time he was often seen having a pie slammed in his face live on air.

This Morning viewers don't think Dermot O'Leary was very impressed after he was pied live on the show. The presenter was back at the helm of the ITV daytime show on Friday alongside co-host Alison Hammond.

This Morning fans were left saying they 'couldn't be bothered' with the last show of the week due to its unusual start. Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary were back for Friday's show as they wrapped up the ITV daytime show before the bank holiday weekend.

This Morning viewers have called out ITV for their "overkill" promotion of the new Downton Abbey film on their daytime television shows.Downton Abbey: A New Era is set to be released on 29 April but due to the constant talk about the film from ITV, some viewers have been put off entirely.Most notably, This Morning opened with a complete orchestra as they played the Downton Abbey theme tune, while just five minutes prior Lorraine had concluded with a segment on Downton Abbey inspired outfits.As the orchestra completed their rendition, the camera cut to the studio where hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary could be seen, ready to welcome viewers.Alison said that the orchestra was "lovely" and welcomed fans to a "very classy Friday morning," while Dermot said he was "transfixed" by the music.Dermot then questioned Alison as to whether any of the cast will be joining them on the show, but a disappointed O'Leary was told that they wouldn't be making an appearance.Alison tried to cheer him up by talking about the orchestra and told him it was a "lovely way to start their Friday".Much to viewer's dismay, Dermot then addressed the camera and told fans that This Morning will be "celebrating all things Downton throughout the show," and that the "orchestra will be back later".Fans were less than impressed with the stream of Downton Abbey content and took to Twitter to voice their outrage.A disgruntled viewer tweeted: "Its way too early for this s***".One fan wrote: "Give it a rest with the Downton overkill!"Another said: "The Downton Abbey film is out today.