Holly Willoughby and stars prepares for King Charles' Coronation

Holly Willioubgy appears to have broken with tradition as she takes an extended break from This Morning. The presenter hasn't been seen on the ITV daytime programme since it was announced that Phillip Schofield was 'stepping back' from his role on the show.

Holly Willoughby was nowhere to be seen as This Morning returned to screens. The ITV daytime show was back on Monday (May 22) for the first time since it was announced that Phillip had sensationally quit This Morning after 20 years.

Phillip Schofield announced he is stepping down from hosting ITV's This Morning this weekend. It comes after recent reports that a rift has formed between him and his long-time co-host Holly Willoughby.

Holly Willoughby has shared her own statement after it was confirmed that Phillip Schofield has left This Morning. It was announced on Saturday (May 20) that the 61-year-old presenter has decided to 'step back' from the ITV daytime show after 20 years on the famous sofa.

Alison Hammond was heard joking about being 'replaced' on This Morning amid the ongoing claims of a 'rift' behind the scenes between Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. The presenter was back at the helm of the programme on Friday (May 19) alongside Dermot O'Leary.

This Morning viewers wondered what was going on as they tuned into the latest episode to find that Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield had been 'replaced'. All eyes have been on the duo this week as they put on a united front on-screen despite claims of a 'rift' when the cameras stop rolling.

Holly Willoughby appears to have found a new partner as she gushed over a 'special moment' on social media after 'leaving' Phillip Scofield on This Morning. The presenting duo were back at the helm of the ITV daytime show on Wednesday (May 17) amid claims of a 'rift' behind the scenes.

Holly Willoughby was pictured beaming after leaving This Morning early today (May 17) to meet King Charles III. The TV host, 42, made a quick dash from the ITV studios to head to an event at Buckingham Palace, as her co-host Phillip Schofield was left to present the remainder of the programme alone.

A recent episode of Gogglebox has been littered with complaints after remarks from one of its stars made during a segment on the Coronation. Earlier this month, King Charles was officially crowned alongside his wife, Queen Camilla, in a historic ceremony at Westminster Abbey.

Phillip Schofield was left cutting a lonely figure as he was left to 'hold the fort' on This Morning. Before the ITV daytime show was back on air on Wednesday (May 17), Holly Willoughby confirmed that she would be taking early leave from the show.

Fans of This Morning were left cringing after an ironic moment on the show.

Holly Willoughby has been flooded with support from her loyal fans as she sparks 'concern' on This Morning. The TV presenter is putting on a united front with Phillip Schofield on the ITV daytime show despite claims of a 'rift' behind-the-scenes.

Lorraine Kelly has broken her silence in 'rift' claims between Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby. The presenter crossed over the pair live in the This Morning studio on Monday (May 15) as they appeared on screen for the first time since reports suggested the daytime show's hosts are 'barely speaking' behind the scenes.

Holly Willoughby has opened up about her future as she shared some words of advice with her Wylde Moon subscribers.

Holly Willoughby has addressed her future as she shared some words of advice she received from a friend. The This Morning presenter is currently hitting the headlines as her relationship with co-host Phillip Schofield is reportedly under strain.

This Morning viewers were left using the same one word to describe Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's first appearance on TV since the latter issued a statement on their relationship following 'rift' claims.

A body language expert has kept a close eye on Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield as they made their first appearance together on TV since claims of a 'rift'. The presenting duo were back fronting This Morning as normal on Monday (May 15) despite claims the pair are not getting on behind the scenes.

Holly Willoughby returned to social media on Monday morning (May 15) ahead of her planned appearance on This Morning. ITV confirmed that she and Phillip Schofield will kick off the week on the daytime show despite the pair reportedly being in crisis behind the scenes.

Holly Willoughby has celebrated her older sister Kelly's birthday by sharing a rare picture of the pair together. This Morning presenter Holly, 42, posted a photo of the look-alike siblings smiling side-by-side.

Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield have 'vanished' from their usual appearance in a This Morning promo after a statement was issued addressing their 'feud'. Claims have been made that the pair are 'barely speaking' behind the scenes of the ITV daytime show.