TWO popular This Morning stars will not return until Phillip Schofield quits
TWO popular stars of This Morning have refused to return to the programme until Phillip Schofield quits, insiders have said.
The presenter was seen returning to the sofa alongside co-star Holly Willoughby yesterday, despite rumours circling of their behind-the-scenes falling out.
The Sun first reported how the TV stars’ relationship was under strain, with Phillip 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.
And as things went from bad to worse, Phil, 61. had been fearful he could be axed from the ITV daytime show over their fallout.
Fans have since called for the star to QUIT This Morning – and it appears they aren’t the only ones waiting.
Now, sources have revealed that TWO popular stars of the show have refused to come back until Phillip has left.
In a MailOnline column, it was revealed “at least two A-list This Morning regulars” have “made it clear to bosses that they will not return to the show while Phillip remains in his job”.
A star told the publication: “It is absolutely disgusting that ITV takes the moral high ground over lots of issues, but then continues to give their major daily presenting slot to Phillip, despite the tonne of complaints that have been made against him.
“Lots of us have now told our agents that we will not be appearing on This Morning while he is still there.”
It comes after it was revealed that Phillip has been left a “shell of himself” and is becoming a recluse on set, according to insiders.
An insider told The Mirror: “He is becoming increasingly withdrawn and almost a shell of himself.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.”