The presenter's exit comes following multiple claims of a rift with co-host Holly Willoughby.
In a statement, the former host said: “I have always been proud to cover fascinating stories on This Morning. But recently, This Morning itself has become the story.“Throughout my career in TV – including the very difficult last few days – I have always done my best to be honourable and kind. I understand that ITV has decided the current situation can’t go on, and I want to do what I can to protect the show that I love.
“So I have agreed to step down from This Morning with immediate effect, in the hope that the show can move forward to a bright future. I’d like to thank everyone who has supported me – especially This Morning’s amazing viewers – and I’ll see you all for the Soap Awards next month.
“This Morning is made by one of the best and most diligent teams in television, who produce over 12 hours of live television each week. “We look forward to continuing our relationship with Phillip starting with The British Soap Awards in June and a brand new peak time series to come.”Holly Willoughby will return to This Morning on Monday 5th June after an early May half term holiday and is expected to co-host with other This Morning family members.
Holly and ITV did not publicly comment on the state of the presenters’ relationship or their future on the show after previously being contacted by HuffPost UK.
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