Phillip Schofield has been left ‘a shell of himself’ over Holly Willoughby feud and is ‘a recluse’ on This Morning set
THIS Morning presenter Phillip Schofield has been left a “shell of himself” and is becoming a recluse on set, according to insiders.
The presenter was seen returning to the sofa alongside co-star Holly Willoughby yesterday, despite rumours circling of their behind-the-scenes fallout.
Phillip, 61, who has been part of This Morning for two decades, is now said to be a shell of himself thanks to the “feud”.
The Sun first reported how the TV stars’ relationship was under strain, with the star confronting Holly, 42, in a tense phone call shortly after their rift was made public.
It’s understood Holly was left blindsided when Phil released a statement on their differences without consulting her.
Phil had been fearful he could be axed from the ITV daytime show over their fallout.
Now, insiders have revealed that he has been left a “shell” after it was revealed their relationship is nothing like it once was.
An insider told The Mirror: “He is becoming increasingly withdrawn and almost a shell of himself.
“He seems down and spends a lot of time in his dressing room. We’re worried about him.”
Holly and Phil are said to have come to a truce in order to host the show.
A source said: “Holly and Phil are professionals and they can turn it on like no one else.
“Although behind the scenes their relationship is nothing like it was, they are both dedicated to This Morning and keeping it together for viewers.”
The source added: “This Morning are aware of the issues and are doing everything they can to keep things running smoothly.”
Previously, we told how Phil has hired a lawyer after being “blindsided” by how public their fall out has become.
An insider told The Sun: “Phil has instructed a lawyer to help keep his reputation intact.
“They are overseeing stories relating to ITV and his role on This Morning and are ensuring Phil is protected.
“Phil has done absolutely nothing wrong and doesn’t have a PR team guiding him.
“He and ITV felt he needed someone, officially, in his corner to ward off stuff that isn’t true. Phil doesn’t want this to get beyond his control.”