This Morning’s Phillip Schofield forced to apologise after sweary outburst by owner of ‘world’s largest potato’

This Morning tried something slightly new today but it's fair to say it left some viewers completely baffled. Friday's show saw Alison Hammond return to hosting duties alongside Dermot O'Leary after presenting Thursday's edition of the ITV daytime show alongside Phillip Schofield while Holly Willoughby was off due to Covid.

This Morning host Alison Hammond apologised to her co-stars and viewers after her phone rang live on air.The blunder came during a viewer call in with the ITV show’s resident agony aunt Deirdre Sanders. As Deirdre was giving a female viewer advice on feeling low after giving birth to a baby girl, a loud ringtone cut through the studio. Viewers then saw 47 year old Alison scrambling to turn it off, as she said: “I'm so sorry everyone, I'm so sorry.” Deirdre glanced over at Alison, before smiling and continuing to help the caller by telling her to confide in her mum about what she was experiencing.

Dancing on Ice have called for Phillip Schofield to be replaced by Catchphrase star Stephen Mulhern.The long-running host who has presented the popular show alongside Holly Willoughby since its inception in 2006 recently took a break from the programme when he tested positive for covid-19 last month.Throwing the normal schedule into calamity, ITV had no other choice than to let Stephen take the reins on February, 6- something that has never taken place on the show before.But now in a recent online discussion on a Digital Spy forum fans have shared their thoughts on the changes they would like to see with the show going forward.One social media user asked: "I know the series isn't quite over yet but who do you want to take part in the next series of Dancing on Ice and what would you like to see kept or changed in terms of the format, judges etc?"Flooding the comment section, fans shared their thoughts on what the show should do next.One person wrote: "Have Stephen Mulhern present instead of Philip Schofield," one said while another wrote, "Stephen Mulhern please."A third viewer said: "Phil and Holly are not really adding anything substantial to the show other than moving from one cue prompt to the next. "The week Stephen stood in for Holly you got a glimpse of how much improvement there would be with just a fresh, more energetic presenting team.

HOLLY Willoughby has broken her silence after being forced off air with Covid. The ITV host, 40, usually presents This Morning alongside Phillip Schofield, but has had to isolate after testing positive to the virus over the weekend.

Martin Lewis has donated thousands of his own many after what he described as a 'depressing' appearance on This Morning. The MoneySavingExpert founder appeared on the ITV daytime show on Thursday (March 17) to take viewers' calls alongside hosts Alison Hammond and Phillip Schofield ahead of the energy-price rise next month and amid the current Cost of Living crisis.

This Morning stars Phillip Schofield and Alison Hammond decided to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with cheeky pints on their ITV set.The bubbly TV co-stars were seen smiling with two pints of Guinness in their hands on Thursday (March 17) to honour the annual Irish event of St Patrick's Day.Taking to Instagram, Alison shared a sweet snap of her standing next to Phil, who looked smart for the screen with a white collar shirt.Alison, 47, glammed up the room in a plunging leopard print top which she revealed was from ASOS, topping off the look with a pair of shoes from Yours Clothing.The presenting pair were standing just in front of an Irish flag and some white, green and orange bunting to match the national flag colours.Enjoying the festivities, Alison said: "Happy St Patrick’s Day" as she thanked her stylists for the look.Crediting the brands and beauty gurus, she added: "@thismorning dress from @asos_loves_curve shoes @yoursclothing@davidobrien75@makeupbymikey @hairbymichellesultan"Alison's adoring fans loved the stout-related snap, and many flattered the star in the comments as they wished her a happy St.

Alison Hammond was forced to wear glasses on This Morning after suffering an awkward blunder with the autocue.The TV presenter was filling in for regular presenter Holly Willoughby as she continues to recover from Covid, and was hosting alongside Phillip Schofield. But as the show started on Thursday morning, Alison, 47, felt the need to explain to viewers why she looked different to normal. Wearing a pair of black-framed glasses, the Birmingham-born star joked to the audience that they weren't "seeing double".

Clairvoyant to the stars Tyler Henry revealed on This Morning that he has had some very “unexpected” readings with a few of his A-List clients. Phillip Schofield, 59, and his co-host Alison Hammond asked the star of Netflix’s smash hit Life After Death if there had “ever been a shocking revelation” come out of the celebrity readings he's done for VIPs including Kardashians or Rebel Wilson.

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.

This Morning star Alison Hammond was forced to put her glasses on during the ITV show after she stumbled over her words. Co-host Phillip Schofield asked crew members to bring the autocue closer to them so that Alison could read it, but he was left laughing after she struggled again.

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.

Comic Relief. The Masked Singer host revealed has has caught Covid.

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.

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.