Fern Britton 'plotting TV comeback' after hint she's returning to This Morning

This Morning bosses are reportedly "scrambling" to secure the return of one of the show's legends. Fern Britton, who presented the show alongside John Leslie and Phillip Schofield between 1999 and 2009 has seen her stock rise since starring on Celebrity Big Brother earlier this year.

This Morning's Josie Gibson has opened up about why she didn't step into Holly Willoughby's shoes on the popular ITV show.The 39 year old joined the daytime programme in 2019 as a segment host and has since become a relief presenter. When Holly, now 43, announced her departure last year, there was speculation that Josie might take over. However, Cat Deeley, 47, and Ben Shephard, 49, were later revealed as the new faces of This Morning, replacing Holly and Phillip Schofield, 62, who also left the show last year.

Former This Morning star Fern Britton has hinted she might be open to a new relationship. This comes just days after her ex-husband Phil Vickery appeared to suggest he missed her.

Four years on from her divorce from Phil Vickery, Fern Britton is finally waving goodbye to heartache as the 66 year old revealed she's ready to find love again. The Celebrity Big Brother contestant – who was married to the TV chef for over 20 years – told host Christine Lampard during a segment on Lorraine that she would like "a bit of romance". Now, according to a source, Fern is ready to hit the dating scene – but it was her recent stint on Celebrity Big Brother that restored her confidence to do so.

Fern Britton is set to make a huge comeback on television screens following her stint in Celebrity Big Brother. The 66-year-old is said to be plotting her 'ultimate revenge' against Phillip Schofield.

Phil Vickery, Fern Britton's ex-husband, has shared a mysterious message about "messing up something good" on his Instagram Story.The 62 year old chef posted the cryptic quote shortly after Fern's recent appearance on Celebrity Big Brother.The post read: "A lot of people mess up something good by looking for something better, to end up with something worse." Phil, who regularly appears on This Morning, was married to former host Fern, 66, for 20 years before they announced their split in 2020.Two years after their separation, rumours circulated that Phil had been spotted kissing Lorraine Stanton, who was known as Fern's "best friend". It was said that Fern found the situation "awkward," and was "shocked", but she later seemed to dismiss these rumours.

Fern Britton's ex-husband Phil Vickery has shared a cryptic post about "messing up something good" following his ex-wife's appearance on Celebrity Big Brother. Fern, 66, took part in the reality TV show in March and came in fifth place. TV chef Phil, 62, took to Instagram on 30 March to share a quote.

Josie Gibson has hinted at some exciting news about her future on This Morning this week as she shared some fabulous photos and videos on Instagram, including one where she's beaming and flashing a peace sign as she jumps into a helicopter. In the caption, she promised fans that she would reveal details of the mystery helicopter trip in time.

They've only been in their new roles for less than one month, but Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley will be taking a break from presenting This Morning.The duo - who made their debut on the ITV show on 11 March - will be absent from screens over the Easter period as they enjoy some time off. Cat, 47, announced that she and Ben, 49, will be taking a "holiday" during Thursday's (28 March) episode of This Morning. It has not been confirmed how long the pair will be absent from the show for.

Fern Britton was back on This Morning this week and afterwards, she had a few words to say about new hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard. Celebrity Big Brother finalist Fern fronted the show from 1999 - 2009 along with Phillip Schofield.

This Morning's famous face Fern Britton had a quick message about new co-hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard. Fern, a former host of the show herself, had something to say when she came as a guest. She made an appearance to talk about her time on Celebrity Big Brother - and as she finished talking, Fern couldn't help but comment on Cat and Ben who took over from Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

Fern Britton's feud with Celebrity Big Brother co-star Nikita Kuzmin appears to be rumbling on after the former ITV host publicly snubbed the Strictly star.

Celebrity Big Brother's Fern Britton returned to the This Morning sofa on Wednesday to reveal all about her experience on the ITV reality show - and has finally spoken out about her disagreements with Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin in the house. Whilst on the ITV reality show, Fern and Nikita found themselves clashing a number of times, with Nikita nominating Fern for eviction throughout the competition. Speaking to This Morning's Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley, Fern revealed that she and Nikita "didn't get each other" during their time in the house.

A Celebrity Big Brother row has broken out after a former housemate accused Fern Britton of staging one of the most dramatic moments on this year's series.

Since taking to the presenting helm of This Morning earlier this month, Cat Deeley has been 'relying' on Ben Shephard to lead the way during the show, body language expert Darren Stanton has revealed. Explaining that Cat, 47, has "grown in confidence" since joining the show, Darren details how Ben, 49, is the one leading the way when it comes to co-host duties. "While I do think Cat has grown in confidence, she still relies on Ben to an extent.They’re not yet on par with each other.

Cat Deeley has admitted that she and Ant Dec were "rubbish presenters" during their SM:TV Live days.The TV star recently returned to British screens as the permanent host of This Morning alongside Good Morning Britain star Ben Shephard, taking over from previous hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. Ben was forced to tell Cat to 'listen and stop talking' during one recent segment.

Celebrity Big Brother star Fern Britton has opened up about her time on the show and the moment that left her "distraught". She was eliminated in fifth place on Friday night, leaving Louis Walsh, David Potts, Colson Smith and Nikita Kuzmin to compete for the title. During the live final, hosts AJ Odudu and Will Best asked her about her experiences in the house.They quizzed her about her disagreements with co-stars Ekin-Su Culculoglu, Nikita Kuzmin and Louis Walsh.

Celebrity Big Brother Lauren Simon has accused Fern Britton of "playing a game" following her feud with Strictly Come Dancing dancer Nikita Kuzmin. Lauren appeared on Lorraine on Friday morning to speak to host Ranvir Singh alongside fellow former housemate Zeze Millz where they discussed the "strange atmosphere" between Fern and Nikita.

Celebrity Big Brother's Fern Britton became a household name after hosting This Morning, however she was nearly associated with a very different ITV show - Britain's Got Talent. Ahead of Friday's final, CBB Late & Live revealed that Fern opened up about being on the original judging panel for Britain's Got Talent, however she was eventually replaced. In a segment where presenter Jordan North and ex BB housemate Olivia Young took viewers behind the scenes, Jordan revealed the "exclusive" that Fern had spoken about being cast on Britain's Got Talent.

There was drama on Celebrity Big Brother last night after a challenge took a wrong turn and resulted in medics being called.