ITV Loose Women star's husband left 'blind' and 'disorientated' after stroke

Loose Women legend Carol McGiffin has spoken out on the ongoing drama at ITV - describing the atmosphere of the "ITV Daytime Family" as “dysfunctional”. The 63-year-old veteran presenter hasn’t held back in the aftermath of Philip Schofield’s resignation and subsequent admission of a relationship with a young staff member, adding to the woes of ITV bosses - who now face a grilling from MPs over claims of a coverup.

It’s the story that everyone’s talking about, and while it started with Phillip Schofield’s shock departure from This Morning, the focus has now fallen on the ITV network itself, with one disgruntled star after another stepping forward to blast the alleged “toxic” culture. “Shaken” and “worried” were the words used by Holly Willoughby to describe her feelings when she addressed the nation on This Morning last Monday.

Ex-Dancing on Ice judge Jason Gardiner is the latest star to have made claims about a "toxic" atmosphere at ITV, predicting that the broadcaster will "destroy itself". Jason, 51, was one of the original judges on Dancing on Ice when it launched in 2006 and became known as the ITV contest's Mr Nasty, but quit in 2019 after an on-air row with Gemma Collins who claimed he had been selling stories about her.The former TV judge has denied Gemma's claims and has now told The Sun on Sunday that he feels there is still a toxic culture at ITV even after the Phillip Schofield scandal.

Loose Women star Stacey Solomon has been left "so embarrassed" after a major blunder, while she was filming her BBC show Sort Your Life Out.The 33 year old thought that she was filming in Hull for the day on Saturday, but it turned out she was actually in Lincolnshire.Taking to her Instagram stories to share the blunder Stacey said that she had been telling everyone at the location that she loves Hull.The mum of five said: "Hiya, I'm so embarrassed right now. I'm just on my lunch break at Sort Your Life Out.

Loose Women panelist Sophie Morgan has revealed that British Airways has told her it will pay for damage to her wheelchair equipment, after a flight with the airline.The ITV star said her Batec, described as an attachment for a wheelchair which turns it into a mobility hand bike, was not working when she picked it up after leaving the plane. In an Instagram clip to her stories on Saturday, the presenter, 38, said: “British Airways have said they are going to pay for any repairs or replacements that I need, because there’s an electric fault that’s happened.

Former Loose Women star Saira Khan, 53, is embracing the heatwave sweeping the UK as she stripped down to a bikini. Posting a snap of her confidently posing in the blue two-piece to her Instagram, Saira made sure to share a body positive message alongside it.The TV star went makeup free in the mirror selfie, with her hand on her hip as she beamed in the blue swimwear, with her adorable dog sleeping soundly in the background. She captioned the post: "I can’t believe it - At last Bikini weather! Come on you ladies 50+ share your bikini pics with me! I don’t giving a flying monkeys a**e about stretch marks, wobbly bits or my weird skin - This Is Me and I’m enjoying the sunshine (safely).

Expectant mum Kate Ferdinand has shared the comedic "reality" behind her appearance on ITV's Loose Women. Former TOWIE star Kate Ferdinand, 32, and her former footballer husband Rio Ferdinand are expecting their second child together in just a few weeks. She appeared on Wednesday's instalment of the popular panel show where she revealed the baby's position and said "she is kicking" her in the ribs.

Kate Ferdinand insisted “not all step mums are wicked” as she released a children’s book about blended families.The 32 year old, who is expecting another child with husband Rio Ferdinand in a matter of weeks, said she wanted to “change the narrative” about stepmothers with positive stories for youngsters. The former TOWIE star is already mum to two year old son Cree with her husband - and a stepmum to Rio’s children Lorenz, 16, Tate, 14, and Tia, 12, from his marriage to Rebecca Ellison, his late wife who died of breast cancer in 2015.

Kate Ferdinand revealed that her unborn baby is in breech position as she shared a pregnancy update on ITV’s Loose Women. Pregnant Kate, 32, who will be welcoming another baby with her husband Rio Ferdinand in just a few weeks, appeared on the show on Wednesday where she revealed the baby’s position and said “she is kicking” her in the ribs. A breech position is when the baby is lying bottom or feet first instead of head first.The former TOWIE star said on Loose Women: “Can I tell the truth, the baby is breech.

Ruth Langsford has hit back at claims she is 'feuding' with her Loose Women co-star Coleen Nolan.The 63 year old presenter has already found herself embroiled in the drama surrounding This Morning - after her husband Eamonn Holmes publicly criticised Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield following the latter’s departure from the show. And earlier this week, ITV viewers accused Ruth of snubbing Holly during a live link between This Morning and Loose Women. Now, during an episode of Loose Women, Ruth addressed claims of tensions with fellow panellist Coleen, 58.

Denise Welch has shared her support for her son Matty Healy after his apparent split from superstar American singer Taylor Swift. Denise, who shares her The 1975 singer son with actor ex Tim Healy, took to Twitter to show her pride. Matty, 34, is currently touring with his band to perform concerts all around the world, which comes only days after the musician was spotted joining Folklore hitmaker Taylor, 33, on her own tour in the US.

Zara Tindall and husband Mike Tindall were all smiles as they posed with Love Island star Amy Hart at the Derby Festival. Zara - Queen Elizabeth II 's granddaughter - is known for her love of horse-racing, and has firmly established herself on the British equestrian scene. The 42 year old was spotted enjoying herself alongside husband Mike, 44, at Epsom Downs Racecourse, which hosts the popular and prestigious annual event.

Former Loose Women panellist Carol McGiffin has claimed that none of the show's panel ever liked former This Morning host Phillip Schofield. Carol, 63, made the claims during an interview with Dan Wootton on GB News, shortly after 61 year old Phillip broke his silence in his own bombshell interview with The Sun and the BBC. She claimed nobody on the ITV show has said "a good word" about the TV presenter, who revealed he had "lost everything" after the affair came to light.

Following Phillip Schofield's axe from ITV, soap fans were left wondering who will be hosting the British Soap Awards. It has now been revealed that TV presenter and singer Jane McDonald will be stepping into the former This Morning presenter's shoes, to host the awards ceremony, according to The Sun.

Rumours of a feud between Phillip Schofield and Ruth Langsford first emerged back in 2019 after claims she was "cut off" during a live segment on Loose Women. However, things between the two presenters appeared to improve when Ruth, 63, publicly supported Phil, 61, when he came out as gay on an episode of This Morning the following year. Ruth's husband Eamonn Holmes has now addressed the relationship between the pair, saying he felt "sorry" for how his wife was treated by Phil.

Britain’s Got Talent viewers were surprised on Tuesday night when they spotted a Loose Woman star performing on stage and labelled her "outstanding".The live semi-final shows for this year's BGT returned this week with acts performing in front of the judges and audience for a second time in the hope of securing a place in the final at the weekend. As each show begins with a show-stopping special performance, Monday night saw Diversity take the stage while Tuesday welcomed the cast of We Will Rock You who sang the hit Queen ballad Don't Stop Me Now.

Alan Carr has said his husband's alcohol addiction was "too much" as he opened up about their divorce. Alan, 46, and Paul Drayton had been together for 13 years before the pair announced their decision to call time on their relationship at the beginning of 2022.The TV presenter also revealed that he previously questioned whether he was an alcoholic himself after experiencing some incredibly messy nights out.

A number of panellists on ITV's Loose Women are reportedly furious after being dragged into the fallout of Phillip Schofield's affair with a young former colleague. Phillip, 61, was still married when he was involved with the unnamed staff member, confirming the affair in a statement on Friday just a week after stepping back from ITV's flagship breakfast show, This Morning.The presenter has been dropped by his talent agency, YMU, following his admission, and has stepped down from working with ITV altogether - meaning he will no longer host the British Soap Awards next week.The statement, shared on Friday evening, said: "I did have a consensual on-off relationship with a younger male colleague at This Morning.

Loose Women's Linda Robson has opened up about the TV show she was warned not to do over fears it would ruin her career. Linda, who has worked in showbiz for 50 years, says she was told by her agent that after the controversial show would be 'probably never work again.' The 65-year-old, who became well known for playing Tracey Stubbs in the sitcom Birds of a Feather, now appears as a weekly pannist on the ITV daytime show alongside other TV favourites including Stacey Solomon, Ruth Langsford, Coleen Nolan and Denise Welch. Opening up to The Sun on one of her lesser known TV ventures she filmed in 2018, Gone to Pot, Linda said she was told: "You'll probably never work again".

Gloria Hunniford has revealed the terrifying moment her husband was rushed to hospital and left partially blind after suffering a stroke.