PHILLIP Schofield is finally back on the big screen after a tumultuous year and the TV world is abuzz.
The former This Morning legend spent ten days alone on the island where he filmed himself talking to the camera for Channel 5’s Cast Away.
His wife Steph, and daughters Ruby and Mollie saw him off with an emotional last night, before he revealed shocking details about his departure on This Morning, his personal life and his fall out with ITV.
However, some ITV insiders accused him of lying on the show – after he blamed his brother’s arrest for his sacking from This Morning.
Here are the biggest revelations from the interview:
Drowning in guilt
Schofield admitted he was overcome with guilt after coming out on This Morning.
He admitted that the controversy surrounding his affair with a younger colleague ate him up emotionally.
“I was drowning,” Schofield revealed, noting that the backlash was far worse than he expected.
ITV relegation: No contact since he left
The presenter didn’t hold back when discussing his fallout with ITV. Schofield revealed that he has had no contact with the channel since he was fired.
Schofield blamed his brother for being fired from his lucrative This Morning and Dancing on Ice gigs.
Despite years as one of ITV’s most prominent stars, the relationship turned frosty after his scandal hit the headlines.
He said, “Man alive, people can be fake. They can be so fake.
“With you when everything is going well and suddenly complete, complete betrayal.
“When the tidal wave swept in and took everything away, those who were still standing are the ones who matter.
“And I thought, how many friends do you need?
“I don’t need 200 fake friends. I have 10, 15 friends that I would die for and they would die for me.”
His affair was not illegal
The TV veteran addressed the ongoing conversations about his affair, clarifying that while morally wrong, it was not illegal.
He said the relationship took place between “two consenting adults” and denied any misconduct while a younger colleague was working on This Morning.
Holly Willoughby silence
Surprisingly, Schofield admitted that his friendship with Holly Willoughby was effectively over since the scandal broke. Once the golden duo of daytime TV, Schofield admitted they are no longer on speaking terms and Holly has stayed away since the affair hit the headlines.
Toxic work culture? Schofield says “No”
Amid reports of a “toxic” work culture on This Morning, Schofield dismissed the allegations.
He praised the crew and behind-the-scenes staff, calling it a “wonderful place” to work.
The former host appeared confused by the toxicity claims, despite his public outing.
Struggling with mental health
Schofield also revealed the emotional toll the past year had taken on his mental health. He admitted to having dark thoughts, sharing, “I didn’t see a way forward.”
He thanked his family and close friends who were his lifeline during the whole ordeal.
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