Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard Named New Hosts of 'This Morning'
The duo replaces Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, marking a new chapter for the iconic ITV daytime show.
- Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard are announced as the permanent replacements for former hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, who left the show amid controversy.
- Shephard and Deeley, both celebrated for their previous television work, will begin hosting 'This Morning' next month, covering the Monday to Thursday slots.
- The show has faced challenges, including allegations of a toxic work environment and a major scandal involving Schofield's affair, leading to a crisis for the program.
- ITV's chief executive denies claims of a toxic culture on 'This Morning', which currently attracts about 800,000 viewers per day.
- Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary will continue to present the show on Fridays, maintaining some continuity for viewers.