Alison Hammond told 'you wore it better' by co-star as she's 'confirmed' as new This Morning host after Holly Willoughby exit

Anton Du Beke has weighed in on the latest Strictly Come Dancing drama during an appearance on This Morning as he discussed Amanda Abbington's potential 'return'. The Strictly star, who is best known for being a professional dancer and now a judge on the BBC dance contest, appeared on the ITV programme to chat to hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary about his latest novel.

Rylan Clark is said to be making a return to This Morning next week to present the show alongside Josie Gibson. ITV This Morning bosses are thought to be scrambling to find a permanent replacement for Holly Willoughby, 42, who sensationally left the show on October 10. According to MailOnline, Rylan, 35, who previously presented BBC's Strictly: It Takes Two, will be back on the famous sofa next week for holiday cover, where he will present from Sunday to Thursday.This Morning bosses are said to be 'thrilled' that Rylan is making a return to the show.

Dermot O'Leary, the host of This Morning, was told to "shut up" by viewers after he interrupted a guest's heartbreaking story about surviving a terrorist attack. The former X Factor presenter, 50, was hosting the popular ITV daytime show with Alison Hammond on Wednesday (October 25) when they interviewed Steven Gallant, one of the brave individuals who confronted a terrorist during the London Bridge stabbing incident in November 2019. Steven shared his experience of being at a networking event at Fishmonger's Hall in central London when the attack occurred.

Holly Willoughby is reportedly planning a move abroad to provide some normalcy for her family.

DJ Fat Tony has got engaged engaged to his partner, Stavros Agapiou, and shared a sweet video of his romantic New York City proposal.The 56 year old DJ, who's real name is Tony Marnach, could be seen getting down on one knee in the clip as his 30 year old boyfriend appeared shocked by the gesture.They could be seen sitting together on the edge of a fountain, before Tony made the romantic gesture and asked Stavros to be his husband. Posting the video to his Instagram page, Tony wrote: "When you find real happiness in life never let it go today I can truly say I’m the happiest I’ve ever been.

Scots TV presenter Storm Huntley is now the bookies' favourite to replace Holly Willoughby on This Morning.

Stacey Solomon has told fans she 'can't cope' after sharing a fresh family update on her Instagram. The Loose Women star, 34, left fans saying they 'can't believe it' as she shared some adorable photos to mark her daughter's first Halloween.

Former football star Peter Crouch’s wife, Abbey Clancy, has been dubbed one of the favourites to replace Holly Willoughby on This Morning, as she has an “affable nature”. The 37 year old and her husband Peter, 42, currently host their successful podcast together, The Therapy Crouch, where they chat openly about their marriage.

Double elimination week on The Great British Bake Off is never fun viewing - and even more so when it's two fan favourites that are forced to leave the tent.This week's episode (Tuesday 24) saw Nicky and Rowan depart the Channel 4 baking competition on week five, which saw the contestants challenged to put their pastry skills to the test. New host Alison Hammond was tasked with the lovely announcement of crowning star baker - who was Cristy - while comedian Noel Fielding delivered the sad news of who was leaving.

Rowan and Nicky have unfortunately left The Great British Bake Off after failing to impress judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith during pastry week.

Josie Gibson's fans have hailed her an 'inspiration' as her fans begged her to come back to This Morning, whilst she's enjoying a well-earned break from the show. The 38 year old, who has become one of the full-time presenters on This Morning over the past few years, took to Instagram to show off her new puffer coat.

Following rumours of Stacey Solomon reportedly leaving the Loose Women panel, ITV have confirmed that the "claims are not true." According to Women's Own magazine, the 33-year-old had plans to step away to focus on other endeavours, such as her own TV programme Sort Your Life Out and spending more time with her family. "She's outgrown the show.

This Morning presenter Alison Hammond had been forced to defend her outfit choice, after a viewer accused her of insensitively ‘wearing a Rolex’ during the cost of living crisis. After a fan noticed Alison sporting a flashy-looking watch on the show, they took to Twitter to say it had made them feel 'uncomfortable.' The person wrote: "I love watching @AlisonHammond, but with the cost of living affecting us all, I find it uncomfortable seeing her wearing what looks like a Rolex." But the 48-year-old TV star decided to respond to the viewer, telling them that she was actually wearing a sentimental piece of jewellery gifted to her by her late mother. Alison wrote: "I wish!! It's actually a Michael Kors Watch my late mum bought me, and it cost her £185 of her hard-earned money.

Jeremy Clarkson has hit out at the as-yet-unknown replacement for Holly Willoughby on This Morning.The former Top Gear star, 63, took the opportunity to slam the ITV daytime show as he wrote about how school doesn't prepare children for adult life. Writing in his column for The Sun, Jeremy quipped: "Ever since the beginning of civilisation, we’ve had it in our heads that school is what’s needed to prepare kids for life.

Former Big Brother star Alex Sibley has revealed exclusively to OK! how he taught his former housemate Jade Goody's son Bobby Brazier how to drive. He explained: "I gave Jade's son Bobby a driving lesson two or three years ago. "He didn’t know who I was until I told him I was with his mother in the Big Brother house." He continued: "Paul a friend of mine told Bobby that I could take him around for a driving lesson as his dad wasn’t keen to take him.

A Channel Five presenter has reportedly emerged as a front runner to take over Holly Willoughby's sought-after This Morning role. While ITV is said to be considering some of the biggest names in the industry, they are also reportedly considering up-and-coming talent. And now, Scottish TV presenter Storm Huntley, 36, is understood to be a favourite to take on the job.The TV star presents segments on Channel 5's Jeremy Vine programme and also has her own spin-off of the show called Storm Huntley.

ITV has updated it's policy on work relationships, months after Phillip Schofield admitted to having an "unwise but not illegall" affair with a younger male colleague. The 61-year-old presenter caused a media storm back in May when he stepped down from hosting daytime show This Morning and revealed details of the affair, leading to him being dropped by his talent agency and cutting ties with his former co-stars.

Stacey Solomon took to her social media and told fans she 'just wanted to apologise' as she did a weekly shop around her local supermarket. The Loose Women star was just going about her business but couldn't seem to escape herself as she was featured around the Asda store.

The staff working for UK commercial broadcaster ITV have been told they will have declare their relationships – sexual, romantic and, when appropriate, platonic – or risk losing their job.

TV presenter Ruth Langsford said she would “consider” a return to This Morning, following the abrupt exit from Holly Willoughby earlier this month. Holly took to Instagram on Tuesday, 10 October, to share a shock statement that said she was leaving after 14 years and "will not be returning." Holly's statement began: “I have let ITV know today that after 14 years, I will not be returning to This Morning.To everyone who has ever worked on the show over the years, thank you so much.This is such a difficult goodbye, you are incredible and I forever will be proud of what we’ve done together." Since Holly’s departure, a number of other This Morning hosts have stood in her place, including Alison Hammond, Josie Gibson and Rochelle Humes. Now former This Morning host Ruth Langsford has said she would “consider” returning, although she said reports that the show wants her back “aren’t true”.

Former Eastenders star Joe Swash opened up on suffering from an embarrassing X-rated wardrobe malfunction while on a family holiday with Stacey Solomon and their kids. Joe detailed his embarrassing moment to Express, which involved a pair of swim shorts while he was enjoying a day of fun at a waterpark. The former actor revealed he bought some white swimming shorts from Zara and asked his wife Stacey if she thought they were see-through.

Emmerdale legend Samantha Giles, who is famed for her role as Bernice Blackstock on the ITV soap, has confirmed she is departing the programme after 25 years although has kept the details of her exit quiet from viewers.

Alison Hammond made a very personal sex confession on This Morning, as she admitted: “Every time I eat chocolate, I want it.” The popular TV presenter, 48, left co-host Dermot O'Leary desperately trying to suppress a laugh after her frank admission.The pair were discussing foods being aphrodisiacs with Dr Karan Raj during Friday’s show, 20 October, when Alison decided to share the sweet treat that got her hot under the collar. Alison - who was said to be the early favourite to become the main This Morning presenter after Holly Willoughby decided to quit the ITV show - asked Dr Karan: “Is chocolate an aphrodisiac?” The doctor, conscious he was on a daytime show, diplomatically answered: “So scientifically there is no evidence linking chocolate to your ability to perform horizontal bedroom wrestling to the best of your abilities.” Alison, looking deadly serious, replied: “That’s really interesting because every time I eat chocolate, I want it.” The confession left a gobsmacked Dermot stifling a snicker before Dr Karan offered: “Well, caffeine is a stimulant?” Po-faced Alison nodded before moving on and saying: ‘Well that was a great item, wasn’t it? Dermot responded: “I’ve learnt as much about you as I have about medical science.” Elsewhere on Friday’s This Morning, Alison was left crying with laughter after Dermot exposed her false claims about making a selfless donation to charity.

This Morning star Matty Lock sadly died in September and the cause of his tragic death has now been revealed. Matty reportedly hanged himself in his summer house after taking alcohol and ketamine, the Express has reported.

Gyles Brandreth has revealed he was asked to join this year's I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! cast as a last-minute addition, but would never do the show because he is terrified of it.The new series of the ITV reality hit fronted by Ant and Dec is due to launch this autumn and will see a group of celebrities sent to live in an Australian jungle camp where they will take on daring challenges. Speaking about the series on Friday's This Morning, Gyles admitted that he had been asked a number of times to take part over the years - including earlier this week.

Alison Hammond was left crying with laughter on This Morning, as her co-star Dermot O'Leary exposed her false claims about making a selfless donation to charity. On Friday's show, 20 October, the pair chatted about discovering forgotten cash in pockets and bags, leading Alison into a bogus claim about giving money to charity, that Dermot called her out on. Alison said: "I did find a note the other day.

Emmerdale favourite Samantha Giles has announced she will be leaving the ITV soap later this year. The actress, who plays Bernice Blackstock, made her first appearance in Emmerdale over 25 years ago, but has confirmed she's now departing the soap for good.

Emmerdale star Samantha Giles has officially been able to confirm she is leaving the show after 25 years. It has been rumoured for a while that the actress, known for playing Bernice Blackstock in the ITV soap, will be saying farewell to the fictional Yorkshire village this year.

Stacey Solomon has addressed the recent absence of her husband Joe Swash, as fans have been flooding the television star with concerned messages. Fans of the couple wanted to make sure everything was okay, after noticing Joe hadn't been around their family home in Pickle Cottage.

Stacey Solomon joked she was 'retiring' from mum life after her planned craft to please her kids for Halloween fell short of being completed. The Loose Women star is known for getting creative on all kinds of occasions with the latest being the upcoming spookiest day of the year.

Good Morning Britain stars Kate Garraway and Ben Shephard appeared to squirm as they tried to avoid the show getting into trouble because of a Hollywood star. The pair were back at the helm of the ITV news programme on Thursday (October 19) with Kate stepping in for Susanna Reid, who announced her two-week break at the end of Wednesday's show.

Stephen Mulhern has commented on whether he could be in line to replace Phillip Schofield on Dancing On Ice amid the uncertainty of Holly Willoughby returning to host the ITV skating show.

The Great British Bake Off was back on Wednesday night following a schedule shake-up which meant it was moved from its usual Tuesday night slot as the remaining bakers got to work in the tent for the iconic chocolate week.

The Great British Bake Off's Chocolate Week saw the bakers struggle in the tent on a hot day - but some fans complained it was "unfair". Tash was unable to continue in the technical challenge after feeling dizzy and was advised to leave.

Gemma Atkinson has been branded 'amazing' by her fans and followers as she's given a fresh look at her return to the gym. The Hits Radio host made no secret of the fact while pregnant with her second child that she was looking forward to returning to her fitness regime once her son had arrived and it was safe to do so.

A huge presenting star has confirmed he is officially 'in talks' with bosses at ITV on taking over the role of presenting Dancing On Ice following Holly Willoughby's shock exit from This Morning last week which has left her future on television unclear.