Here is who is in the running to replace Phillip Schofield as host of This Morning
Following Philip Schofield's departure, here is a look at the runners and riders who could replace him on the sofa
Phillip Schofield has stepped down from hosting after more than 20 years on the ITV programme.
The broadcaster has said Holly Willoughby, who Schofield has hosted alongside since 2009, will remain on the show and will “co-present with members of the family” for now.
Following his departure, here is a look at the runners and riders who could replace him on the sofa.
The 49-year-old broadcaster is a hot contender as he currently co-hosts alongside Alison Hammond on Fridays, taking over from Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford in 2021.
Before this, O’Leary also appeared on the show as a guest presenter throughout the years, and currently has been given 4/1 odds by bookmakers Ladbrokes.
During his career, he has also hosted and the film awards in 2021.
The beloved presenter, 48, is also a strong possibility due to her experience on the show, with Ladbrokes making her the favourite with 2/1 odds.
Hammond first rose to fame as a Big Brother contestant in 2002 before joining ITV’s flagship morning show in the same year.
During her time on the show over the last two decades, she has become known for her ability to reduce even the biggest A-listers into fits of laughter.
However, her schedule may be full as it was announced earlier this year that she will be joining as the show’s new co-host alongside comedian Noel Fielding from the next series.
The Saturdays singer, and former host of , is a regular guest host on
She also filled in for Willoughby on the breakfast show when the TV star flew to Australia in 2018 to stand in for Ant McPartlin on .
Humes, 34, who currently presents BBC One gameshow with her husband, JLS star Marvin, has been given 6/1 odds.
The singer, 38, has presented alongside his wife Rochelle on on a number of occasions since 2013 making him another strong option, with 8/1 odds.
However, in an interview with magazine last year he said he did not see himself returning to the show any time soon, but added “never say never”.
singer-turned-presenter, 34, used to regularly host segments on and has also stepped in to present the show on occasion.
It was also announced last month that he was quitting as a presenter of spin-off show .
Clark, who also recently provided the BBC with commentary for the Eurovision Song Contest and has a show on BBC Radio 2 show, has 3/1 odds.
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