Kate Garraway explains Richard Madeley absence on GMB As Good Morning Britain began on Monday, Susanna Reid took the opportunity to welcome her co-host back to the fold. After a brief overview of the day's upcoming features, she greeted Richard Madeley with a warm: "Welcome back." Richard gratefully accepted the sentiment, replying: "It's good to be back.
" In recent weeks, viewers had grown accustomed to seeing Ed Balls lead the show while Richard took some time away from his on-screen responsibilities. The reaction to Richard's comeback sent viewers on Twitter into a frenzy as many voiced their delight, reports the Mirror . Richard Madeley was back on the show on Monday morning (Image: ITV) READ MORE Olly Murs leaves ITV viewers divided over NTAs medley ITV viewers issue complaint minutes into NTAs over 'most painful intro' One individual remarked: "Yeah it's been so long so lovely to see Richard back with Susanna.
First time presenting together in months." Another viewer expressed enthusiasm saying: "Great to see Richard Madeley back today with Susanna." Someone else wrote:: "Great to see Richard and Suzanna back they put a spring in my step for the day.
" A satisfied fan added: "So good to see Richard back #gmb" GMB viewers were thrilled to see Richard back on the programme (Image: ITV) A tweet followed from another viewer who said: "Welcome back Richard @richardm56 [sic]" While one fan added: "YAYYYYYYY! My favourite TV presenter couple are back! Waited long enough." Previ.