'Holly Willoughby should leave This Morning too,' insists ex-host Eamonn Holmes

Vanessa Feltz has spoken out in Holly Willoughby's defence for the first time following the Phillip Schofield scandal that has engulfed his former co-star and friend as well as This Morning.

This Morning viewers have been chuffed to have Craig Doyle back on their screens this week as he joined Holly Willoughby on presenting duties. Away from the cameras, the Irish TV presenter — once dubbed the ‘sexiest man on the planet’ — married his long-time love Doon Doyle in 2002 and the couple live in County Wicklow with their four children.The couple are parents to Elsa, 13, Milo, 16, Muireann, 18, and Quinn, 22 . The family also have a home in Kew, West London.

Holly Willoughby appeared to be in very bright form on Thursday's show following a tough few weeks.

Holly Willoughby on Thursday's show as ITV bosses look for a permanent replacement for Phillip Schofield. Craig has been a relief presenter on the daytime show for a year but it appears many viewers weren't familar with him until now. Several This Morning fans expressed shock to learn that Craig, despite his very youthful looks, is 52.

This Morning’s fans were left floored and said they said they “can’t believe” it after Irish presenter and co-host Craig Doyle revealed that he is 52. Craig has stepped in as Phillip Schofield’s replacement and co-presented This Morning along with Holly Willoughby on Wednesday and Thursday this week. During Thursday’s show, on 8 June, it was revealed that the BT Sport presenter is 52 years old which shocked fans online, with one fan saying he “still looks 30”.

This Morning host Holly Willoughby has revealed where her stunning pink dress is from that she is wearing on Thursday's show.The designer item is from Mercy Delta, she has confirmed on her Instagram before the show. Captioning the photo of her in the £435 dress, the 42 year old said: "Morning Thursday… see you on @thismorning with the lovely @craigadoyle … @mrmartincompston talks @socceraid and @wrighty_ joins us with his whole family #hwstyle." Holly then confirmed: "Dress by @mercydelta." Fans of the show were quick to reply to the post complimenting her dress for her last show of the week.

Alison Hammond, Josie Gibson and Dermot O'Leary have all been named as potential replacements for Phillip Schofiled but has Craig Doyle overtaken all of them?Holly Willoughby will host This Morning alongside Craig Doyle today after spending two days with Josie Gibson by her side. The ITV presenter returned to the show this week and publicly addressed the Phillip Schofiled scandal in a statement whilst holding back tears.  Josie Gibson has shared a gushing Instagram post over her co-presenter Holly she said “Thank you to this legend and her infectious energy!!! @hollywilloughby you are such a fabulous broadcaster.

Holly Willoughby may have "poured petrol" on the scandal surrounding her one-time close friend and former colleague Phillip Schofield, according to an expert. The bubbly This Morning presenter, 42, disappeared from screens for an extended break after Phil, 61, exited the show after more than two decades.

Following Holly Willoughby’s emotional statement on Monday’s This Morning, MP John Nicholson has mocked the presenter during a Culture, Media and Sport Committee which took place in Parliament on June 6. Addressing the representatives from ITV, John said: “First of all, are you OK?”, mimicking what Holly said in the opening of her statement as she addressed This Morning viewers on Monday 5 June amid her return to the show.

Holly Willoughby has arrived at ITV studios ahead of her hotly-anticipated return to This Morning. Holly, 42, will be joined on the famous blue sofa by Josie Gibson on Monday, and is making her first appearance on the popular daytime programme following the controversial exit of her one-time colleague and close friend Phillip Schofield. The mum-of-three was spotted arriving in casual attire, sporting a white t-shirt and a pair of blue jeans.

K.J. Yossman “This Morning” anchor Holly Willoughby has returned to the show after a two-week absence following the resignation of her long-time co-host Phillip Schofield. She was joined by guest anchor Josie Gibson. Willoughby began the show by addressing the controversy that has been swirling over the last few weeks, ever since Schofield, who is married with two children, admitted he had had an affair with a young “This Morning” employee. “Firstly, are you OK? I hope so,” Willoughby told viewers. “It feels very strange indeed sitting here without Phil. And I imagine you might be feeling a lot like I have: shaken, troubled, let down. Worried for the wellbeing on all sides of what’s been going up. And full of questions. You, me and all of us at ‘This Morning’ gave our love and support to someone who was not telling the truth, who acted in a way that they themselves felt like they had to resign from ITV and step down from a career that they loved.”

affair confession. Alison Hammond revealed that Josie Gibson will join Holly, 42, on the sofa on Monday, when the Wylde Moon founder makes her comeback after taking an early half-term break and holidaying in Portugal. Holly has been laying low since Phillip, 62, admitted to having an ‘unwise but not illegal’ relationship with a young runner on This Morning and subsequently quit ITV with ‘immediate effect.

Craig Doyle has become the new favourite to replace Philip Schofield on This Morning following his dramatic exit after 20 years of presenting the ITV show. The 61-year-old has made headlines recently for his sensational departure from the daytime talk show amid reports of a rift between him and co-star Holly Willoughby.

Phillip Schofield stepped down from This Morning after 20 years, rumours on who will be filling his shoes as the breakfast show's new host, with Craig Doyle becoming the new favourite among bookies to take the top job. The presenter occasionally fills in on the show, but how much do you know about him? Find out all the info about Craig here…Craig, 52, grew up in Stillorgan in Dublin before moving to London to attend the London College of Printing, where he studied broadcast journalist.

Holly Willoughby is set to return to her hosting duties on This Morning next week as planned. The mum-of-three is scheduled to present the ITV daytime talk show on Monday, following her extended half-term break.

Holly Willoughby has deleted all traces of This Morning from her social media channels despite being a lead presenter.

Eamonn Holmes has become a household name across the UK over the years and is perhaps best known for his work at ITV, where he hosted the Friday edition of This Morning alongside with his wife Ruth for 15 years between 2006 and 2021. But it’s less well known that the Northern Irish presenter’s big break came as a Farming Reporter for Ulster Television, which he joined in 1979.

Holly Willoughby has been left "upset" by former co-star Phillip Schofield's lies about his affair, however, she has no plans to leave This Morning anytime soon. Following his departure from the ITV show, Phillip, 61, admitted to having had an affair with a much younger colleague and lying to numerous people, including former best friend Holly, when questioned over this.

Craig Doyle has taken to social media to mark a 'lovely few days' presenting on This Morning alongside Alison Hammond.The Irish presenter, 52, joined Alison as they took over the helm from Holly Willoughby, who is enjoying an extended half-term break from the show after the departure of co-host Philip Schofield. During Craig's stint on the daytime TV show, the host welcomed a number of guests to the famous couch, including actor Sir Lenny Henry.

This Morning fans have called on an existing member of the show to replace Phillip Schofield.