15 July 2009
IT’S HOLLY!
HOLLY WILLOUGHBY IS THE NEW THIS MORNING CO-PRESENTER
Holly Willoughby is today unveiled as the new co-presenter of ITV1’s flagship daytime show, This Morning.
And she is already looking forward to joining co-host Phillip Schofield on TV’s most famous sofa after a brief visit to the studio today.
Holly said: “This Morning has always been the ultimate dream job for me. To spend my days sat next to Phil on the sofa just makes it that bit extra special. Now I just can’t wait for it all to start.”
Phillip said: “”Holly is a massive fan of the show, a brilliant broadcaster, a fun person to be with and she proved on the morning she spent here filling in for Fern that as presenter, she completely understands the programme. I’m really excited and can’t wait to come back with her after the summer.”
New mum Holly brings with her a decade of experience presenting on some of television’s most popular shows, from her BAFTA-awarding winning work in children’s TV, during which she hosted ITV’s Ministry of Mayhem, to her recent success fronting Dancing On Ice, where she first forged a partnership with Phillip, which proved a hit with viewers.
Fiona Keenaghan, ITV Studios Controller of Daytime and Lifestyle, said: “I am absolutely delighted that Holly is joining This Morning and look forward to working with her for a long time to come. I am in no doubt that she and Phillip will make a formidable daytime partnership - perfect for the show’s next exciting chapter.”
Alison Sharman, ITV Director of Factual and Daytime, said: “A big warm welcome to Holly who joins This Morning at an exciting time as it heads towards its 21st birthday. Everyone’s excited at the prospect of her new partnership with Phillip.”
Holly will join executive producer Sue Walton and the rest of the This Morning team to begin her new presenting role in September. Her appointment follows current host Fern Britton’s decision to leave the show after 10 years.
Phillip also paid tribute to Fern ahead of her departure on Friday: “This Morning is a very close knit family and I’ve had the most fun of my whole television career with Fern. Friday is a huge day for her, the team and audience when Fern moves from the sofa back to her family and garden.”
Louise Hale says
Congatulation going to be on this morning.
wendy m says
congratulations holly. u must be really excited xxx
David B says
Congratulations Holly! I think you and Phil will be a good team, though obviously it might take a while to get used to…Good luck
Sarah says
All the best to Holly. I cant wait. We will miss Fern but Holly is the perfect choice. The laughing is sure to continue.
Aaron says
Congratulations, you will be great
katie baker says
congratulations holly. Cant wait for September to see you.
Debbie Cosgrave says
Congratulations Holly. I can think of no one better for the job. Good Luck.xx
Stacey says
Congratulations - can’t think of a better girl for the job! All the very best!
Polly says
yay!! congratulations - will be tuning in every day!
kate says
congratulations holly! i watch most mornings and cannot think of a better person to take over from fern!
shel says
YAAAAAAAAAAY Holly! We love holly W at my house and we’re very excited to see you becoming more and more successful! congratulations!
Fatou says
Congratulations Holly!!! You are a joy to watch. The sound of your voice & your beauty is mesmerizing. Look forward to spening my week day mornings with you. Can’t wait!!! Love you xxx
colleen says
Dear Holly,
That’s fabulous news and a totally excellent new feather in your cap. Congratulations and here’s looking forward to september
x x
Sue says
CONGRATULATIONSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS HOLLY
You’ll be fabulous!!
xx
carmel slamon says
Congratulations Holly. Couldn’t think of any one better to take over from Fern. Sure you and Phil will have great fun. Roll on September.
xx
Jackie says
Fantastic news - so pleased it is you who is joining Phil. You and Phil have the perfect on screen chemistry. Good Luck - X
Nigel Deacon says
Nice one,
Karen Humphries says
Great news! I only wish I was still an “at home mum” but I will be recording every morning whilst at work!
Sune says
This is going to be something very special with you on the show! x
Seana D says
Im glad Holly got job loved DOI so im sure they will have same magic on screen, CONGRATULATIONS
Jan Underwood says
Congratulations Holly!!!! You will be perfect for the job Phil must be very excited to have you after losing Fern you are a great replacement…. I will be watching Thirsdays and Fridays on my days off!! GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!!!
Ashling says
Great news! Cant wait till September. Congratulations, you must be floating on air at the moment! New baby, new job! Congrats! xxx
Michelle Heslop says
Congratulations Holly you must be excited in joining
This Morning good luck.
Kelly says
Congratulations Holly, you were hilarious on the extra factor last year, and im sure you will be this year, looking forward to watching this morning you and Phil together are fantastic!
Caroline says
Congratulations on the birth of your son and well done you will be a formidable team. Well done to you x
Barry Ryan says
Good luck Holly, I love This Morning and everything you do. I am on Twitter too barryr57 - take care Barry
Sarah says
You are absolutely the best person for the job Holly. Fern has left big shoes to fill and you were the only choice. Me and my little Harry (2years old) will be watching in September. Very best of luckx
stuart carlyle says
hey holly
your the perfect choice.
im a big fan of urs
and congratulations on the new baby
i’ll be looking forward to seeing you on this morning in september
Robyn says
Congratulations holly. I bet you can’t wait until you get on to the show. you’ve got to be really excited and you and Phill will make a brilliant team.
Good Luck.xx
Peter says
Dear Holly,
Good luck with your new job on ‘this morning’!
your definately the right person for the job. Your such a bright spark and i can’t wait for September! Hope it goes well
From your biggest fan
Peter umerah
Belfast
Naomi says
Congratulations Holly!!!
i’ll be looking forward to seeing you on this morning, i think that you will be a great new co0presenter on the show. Good Luck!!!
hilary says
congratulations on your new job i will have to sky plus it as i will be at work.love watching you on xtra factor and celebrity juice.can’t wait for the new shows to start you were brilliant on the xtra factor especilly with jls at the judges houses doing the sit ups and you and cheryl fighting over joseph
Claire says
A huge well done Holly nobody deserves it more than you. You will be great. Looking forward to seeing you on This Morning and also X Factor. Best of Luck to yourself and Phillip. I’m sure you’ll both do a great job xxx
Grace Newton says
I would like to say that Holy Willougby is a breath of fresh air, I like the way she gets on with Philip Schofield, they have lots of fun together and she is the best person to replace Fern. A wonderful sense of humour, congratulations ITV for chosing a wonderful replacement.
Grace Newton
Kym says
Many Congratulations Holly!
I hope you have lotsa fun working with Philip, and I am sure you will do Fern proud!
All All the best for the first show in September!
Kymx
kieran says
so please for you
Graham says
Many Congratulations Holly !
Love your presentation style on Dancing on Ice and Xtra Factor, and you are sure to do well with this
All the best for this show
Val says
I, like many more people shed a tear at Fern leaving but that turned to joy when we heard you were to be her replacement. What a good choice they made, Good luck Holly I’m sure you will do a good job on This morning just like you have done where ever you have been.
David Thomas says
Good luck on This Morning, Holly. I can see a lot of laughter ahead! I know you’ll do a great job having seen both you and Phillip enjoying yourselves on Dancing On Ice! I can’t wait to see you in action!!