The world of television has been rife with high-profile dramas recently. This week, Phillip Schofield made a triumphant return to the small screen with his new three-part reality show Cast Away , following his departure from his presenting role on This Morning last May. His departure from the ITV show came due to revelations about an affair with a young runner, effectively banishing him from the glitzy world of entertainment.
Schofield's appearance on Channel 5 saw him enduring harsh conditions in true Robinson Crusoe fashion, sporting a beard and weathered look as he tackled survival challenges on a deserted island near Madagascar for 10 days, seemingly in an attempt to restore his damaged reputation. However, it wasn't just about survival; during his solitary time, he couldn't help but throw some veiled jabs at figures in the TV industry. It seems reasonable to speculate that one of these targets was his former close colleague Holly Willoughby .
Their once strong partnership on This Morning turned icy following Philip's notorious love scandal last year. They had been inseparable co-hosts for over ten years. Yet, rather than retaliating publicly or sparking a social media storm over Phil's sharp comments, Holly has chosen to remain commendably silent during his headline-grabbing comeback.
A source reveals Holly has maintained a stance of utmost respect regarding the turmoil surrounding her former co-host, despite being left to be "respectful as possible" - even though she wa.