Gloria Hunniford 'snapped' at Denise Welch after she attempted to cut in during her anecdote on Loose Women. The ITV panel was discussing perming techniques on Thursday's show, 30 May, when the Rip Off Britain star issued the brief outburst.
20.05.2024 - 09:37 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Loose Women, Good Morning Britain, This Morning and Lorraine are in the midst of crisis talks as they grapple with a significant drop in viewership.
The daytime TV favourites are staring down the barrel of pay freezes and potential redundancies as ITV chiefs scramble to mitigate the financial fallout from a ratings slump. The network is reportedly resorting to drastic measures to trim expenses on some of its most popular programmes.
There's chatter that shorter three-month contracts may become the norm over longer-term agreements for employees, and freelance staff might face cuts.
Even the annual ITV summer bash, a highlight where top stars mingle and unwind, is under threat of cancellation. According to reports, ITV's daytime supremo Emma Gormley has convened meetings to deliver the sobering news impacting the four mainstay shows.
Staff from Loose Women, Good Morning Britain, This Morning and Lorraine were apparently presented with a graph illustrating their sharp ratings nosedive, reports the Mirror.
In stark contrast, the graph highlighted the soaring viewership numbers enjoyed by streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime. A source told The Sun: "ITV is really tightening their belt. There have been concerns for months at the top but now that it's trickled down to the shop floor it feels very depressing. A lot of staff are being put on three-month contracts, probably so they can get rid of people easily.
"They've claimed that pay freezes are already biting and ITV is tightening the purse strings by "not trialling new talent on regular segments".
Reports suggest bosses are crossing their fingers for a ratings boost during the UK election campaign.
The source also mentioned that this news is "particularly difficult to
Gloria Hunniford 'snapped' at Denise Welch after she attempted to cut in during her anecdote on Loose Women. The ITV panel was discussing perming techniques on Thursday's show, 30 May, when the Rip Off Britain star issued the brief outburst.
One of This Morning's much-loved presenters is reportedly joining the cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2024.The legendary Bank Of Dave star Dave Fishwick, 52, a finance pioneer and telly expert, is believed to have signed up for the new series, which begins in September. It's said he "can't wait to get started" after he recently being invited to sign to confirm his appearance after being approached by BBC bosses.The self-made businessman's own bank, Burnley Savings and Loans, recently featured in two popular documentaries and his story spawned a popular film.The Netflix sensation, who despite leaving school at 16 without any qualifications loaned more than £27 million to people and businesses and is the inspiration behind the hit film Bank of Dave. According to The Sun, a source said: "Dave is a real community hero and the best of British.
This Morning star Gino D'Acampo shocked viewers as he turned up on the show sporting facial hair that was instantly branded a "1970s porn tash" by fans.The Italian chef, 47, made a typical raucous appearance on the show during which he swore in Italian, attacked Gordon Ramsay for his new pizza, and at one point stormed off the show entirely. However, many were just obsessed with the This Morning regular's new moustache, comparing him to Super Mario and Freddie Mercury.
Alison Hammond is no stranger to a bold print or two when it comes to her wardrobe, and one of her latest This Morning outfits is the perfect example of how to wear a pattern well. On Friday 24 May's episode, Alison wore a beautiful oversized navy blouse with dainty white polka dots, and we're loving how easy and effortless it is to style. Her exact shirt was the Shiloh Spot Shirt, £49 here, from Monsoon, and it's the perfect choice for this unpredictable British weather we've all been dealing with.
Following news of their 'split', it has been reported that Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford have been living separate lives for two years. According to The Sun, the presenting duo’s relationship changed when they left This Morning in 2021. Ruth had been presenting the show since 1999 before Eamonn joined her in 2006 - and they worked together for 15 years.
Ruth Langsford is taking a 'step back' from Loose Women amid her split with Eamonn Holmes after 14 years of marriage and a total of 27 years together. On Saturday, 25 May, it was announced by a representative for the pair that they were going their separate ways.They share a 22 year old son, named Jack. The statement said: “Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes have confirmed their marriage is over and they are in the process of divorcing.” The Sun reported that amid the news, Ruth will not appear on Loose Women this week, where she often anchors the show.
Pillow Queens have become the first band to boycott this year’s edition of Latitude festival over its sponsorship with Barclays and their ties to Israel.The Irish indie rock band – comprised of Pamela Connolly, Sarah Corcoran, Rachel Lyons and Cathy McGuinness – took to their social media to share a statement explaining why they have pulled out of the Suffolk music festival.“Last week it came to our attention that Latitude – a festival we were booked to play in the UK in July – lists its headline partner as Barclays. A May 2024 report by Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) details Barclays financial ties to companies producing weapons and military technology used in Israel’s attacks on Palestinians,” began their statement.“It reveals that Barclays has increased its financial ties with companies arming Israel,” it continued.
Ben Shephard was slammed by a guest on This Morning in an awkward moment.The TV presenter was left perplexed after interviewee Dave King branded one of his questions "silly" on the ITV show. Ben, 49, interviewed the 'weather guru' with co-host Cat Deeley, 47, on Thursday, 23 May.They discussed the weather forecast, as well as Dave's unique methods of being able to predict the weather using nature. "UK weather is predetermined by two things, and two things only - nature and the moon," Dave claimed on the show.
Denise Welch was flooded with compliments as she was branded the 'hottest pensioner ever' as she celebrated a 'bittersweet' milestone. The Loose Women star has been enjoying a break away from the UK and has been soaking up the sun during a cruise around the Mediterranean.
This Morning's Ben Shepard was left bemused as Josie Gibson's kitchen hacks segment turned into total mayhem during Tuesday's show.The cheerful presenter, 39, was on a mission to share her clever tips and tricks using everyday household items. However, things didn't quite go according to plan when her eyelash curler beer opener failed to open the bottle, prompting host Ben, 49, to ask: "Can you [open the bottle]?" before showing off his own savvy wedding ring hack.
This Morning sparked a lively debate with the topic "separate rooms: the key to a happy marriage" during the episode today, Tuesday 21 May.The show featured Emma Parsons-Reid and her 'soulmate' partner Kevin, who despite being happily married, sleep in separate beds after exhausting all options to improve their shared sleeping situation. Linda Lusardi also joined the conversation, advocating for the importance of sharing a bedroom for maintaining a strong connection in a relationship.
Camila Cabello has candidly discussed her "beatiful" time losing her virginity to a This Morning star who "expanded her world." The Havana singer, who is now 27, revealed that she was single and hadn't had any sexual partners until she met dating expert Matthew Hussey on the set of The Today Show. Matthew, now 36, has made a career sharing his Do's and Don'ts of dating - including via regular appearances on ITV's This Morning. Reflecting on her past, Camila told Dax Shephard on his Armchair Expert podcast that despite entering her first relationship quite "late", it all turned out "beautiful" in the end.
Good Morning Britain fans will know by now that host Richard Madeley isn't afraid to be blunt - something which competitions presenter Jake Quickenden learnt first-hand during Monday morning's show.The former X Factor star received a jokey telling-off from Richard whilst presenting a segment from south west London. Jake, 35, spent Monday morning telling GMB viewers about the show's latest competition which offers the chance to win £50,000 in cash and a BMW. However, in an eco-twist, the competition segment involved Jake riding a stationary bicycle which powered a smoothie maker, with the presenter offering to make all members of the crew a smoothie.
Loose Women, Good Morning Britain, This Morning and Lorraine are reportedly in the midst of urgent discussions as they grapple with a significant drop in viewership.The popular daytime programmes are staring down the barrel of salary freezes and potential redundancies as ITV chiefs scramble to mitigate the financial fallout from a decline in ratings. The network is reportedly resorting to severe cost-cutting measures across some of its most beloved shows. Rumours are swirling that staff may be offered shorter three-month contracts over longer-term agreements, and freelance workers could face cuts.
Former This Morning star Dr Ranj Singh has shared an exciting career announcement, revealing that his next role is an “absolute dream come true”. Dr Ranj, 44, who looked sensational at the Gaydio Pride Awards earlier this year, has revealed that he is set to take to the stage in the musical & Juliet as part of its upcoming UK and Ireland tour, where he will play the role of Lance.
Loose Women star Sophie Morgan has announced she’s ‘parting ways’ with the ITV programme, as she shared a huge life update with her fans, along with some exciting career news. The 39 year old disability rights advocate revealed that she is moving to the US – something she called a ‘dream’ – and she will be working between LA and the UK.
Cat Deeley, the host of This Morning, is making waves by showcasing British brands during her stint on the show. She's been spotted in chic outfits from Reiss and River Island, and now she's flaunting a shirt from Victoria Beckham's latest high-street collaboration with Mango.
Ben Shephard has finally spoken out about the recent dip in This Morning's ratings since he and Cat Deeley took over as hosts. The 49-year-old, who previously presented Good Morning Britain, joined forces with So You Think You Can Dance host Cat, 47, to give the ITV daytime show a fresh look.
Gok Wan has been flooded with support after he confirmed the death of his best friend. The This Morning star said he couldn't prepare for the 'overwhelming pain' he now feels following his friend Ali's death from cancer.
Piers Morgan returned to ITV breakfast this morning to chat with Lorraine Kelly about his recent episode of Uncensored where he interviewed the ‘real life’ Martha from Netflix series Baby Reindeer. However, as Piers sat down with Lorraine, he made a dig about his old co-stars as he returned to the studio where he worked for six years on Good Morning Britain.