Josie Gibson and Holly Willoughby made 'secret pact' after growing close on This Morning
01.08.2023 - 11:17
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
Holly Willoughby and Josie Gibson have made a 'secret pact' to 'always look out for one another' after growing close on This Morning.
Josie, 38, has become ITV's golden girl in recent months as she reportedly signed up for I'm A Celebrity for an eye-watering six-figure contract following a bidding war with the BBC, who wanted her for Strictly Come Dancing. The former Big Brother winner has grown close with co-star Holly, 41, in the wake of the Phillip Schofield scandal.
When Holly came back to This Morning following her extended half-term break, Josie was present as she delivered her speech addressing the Phil Schofield scandal. Josie held Holly's hand while she delivered the emotional speech before the pair hugged and carried on with the show as normal.
It's been reported that Bristol-born Josie has felt 'out of her depth' and turned to Holly for support as they made a pact to look out for one another.
A source told Closer Magazine: “Although it’s been a stressful time for everyone on This Morning, Josie feels really glad to have had the opportunity to get closer to Holly both personally and professionally.
“Josie is naturally warm and kind, and she’s been a rock for Holly – constantly offering her a shoulder to cry on over the past few months since the Phillip Schofield scandal emerged, and Holly is giving Josie the same type of support."
They added: “Josie has found herself as a real breakout star on the show and being in a bidding war between ITV and the BBC has been exciting, but also overwhelming. She’s really been leaning on Holly throughout it all, who has been giving her some sage advice.”
Holly has been more than happy to return the favour to Josie and offering her career guidance and support while she navigates