It's one of the biggest nights in the UK showbiz calendar - The British Soap Awards. The annual event is set to take place this weekend, with viewers to see new host Jane McDonald take the reigns following Philip Schofield's sensational departure from ITV.
The prestigious show's arrival comes in the middle of a chaotic time for ITV and This Morning amid a frenzy of press attention following the 61-year-old's affair confession.
On May 26 - six days after he announced he would be stepping down as host from the daytime programme - Philip admitted having a romantic relationship with a younger colleague.
Initially, despite his exit, Philip was still set to host the awards ceremny this weekend. But following his most recent admission, ITV bosses decided to make a U-turn.
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