Holly Willoughby to take break from This Morning

Kevin Lygo, ITV’s managing director, media and entertainment, paid tribute to the host in a stament, writing: “Phillip is hands down one of the best broadcasters of his generation and we thank him for his two decades worth of absolutely terrific television on the This Morning sofa. This Morning is made by one of the best and most diligent teams in television, who produce over 12 hours of live television each week.

“We look forward to continuing our relationship with Phillip starting with The British Soap Awards in June and a brand new peak time series to come.”

Even though Phillip’s leave from the show is permanent, Holly will return to her hosting duties.

Here is everything you need to know. Including the reason why Holly Willoughby is taking a break from This Morning and when she is expected to return.

Bringing an end to his 20-year-long run as host of This Morning, Phillip Schofield wrote on Instagram: “I have always been proud to cover fascinating stories on This Morning. But recently, This Morning itself has become the story. Throughout my career in TV – including the very difficult last few days – I have always done my best to be honourable and kind.

“I understand that ITV has decided the current situation can’t go on, and I want to do what I can to protect the show that I love. So I have agreed to step down from This Morning with immediate effect, in the hope that the show can move forward to a bright future. I’d like to thank everyone who has supported me – especially This Morning’s amazing viewers – and I’ll see you all for the Soap Awards next month.”

Holly also took time off in April to recover from shingles. All of this followed heaps of criticism from the public and media over claims the duo had skipped the queue to see the late Queen Elizabeth II lying in state back in September.

Reacting to the news that her co-host of over a dozen years had left the programme, Holly Willoughby issued the following statement: “It’s been over 13 great years presenting This Morning with Phil and I want to take this opportunity to thank him for all of his knowledge, his experience and his humour. The sofa won’t feel the same without him.”

In the wake of Schofield’s decision, Holly Willoughby will not be appearing on This Morning as she has decided to take a break from the show. ITV has confirmed that the host will not appear on its flagship daytime show on Monday (22 May).

Holly has decided to take her half-term break early. It has been confirmed that this is not the end of her run on the programme and she will indeed return to front This Morning soon.

According to reports, Holly Willoughby will return to her normal duties as host of This Morning from Monday, 5 June.