Phillip Schofield confesses he will ‘never work for ITV again’ despite I’m A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his ‘best friends’ following This Morning exit

Phillip Schofield confesses he will 'never work for ITV again' despite I'm A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his 'best friends' following This Morning exit

As a dedicated follower of the dramatic world of entertainment, I must say that Phillip Schofield‘s journey is nothing short of intriguing. His life experiences, particularly his recent stint on Channel 5’s survival show Cast Away, have undeniably been a rollercoaster ride.


Philip Schofield has openly stated that he won’t return to ITV after announcing his decision not to work there anymore, even though Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly continue to host their popular program.

Previously known for hosting “This Morning,” now aged 62, made a firm promise to abstain from rejoining the broadcaster. During his time on Channel 5’s survival program, “Cast Away,” he demonstrated an impressive use of his instincts to endure while isolated on a remote island.

Over the course of three straight weeks starting on Monday, the series featured Philip swearing vehemently that he would not reappear. This followed allegations that he had to quit his position due to a romantic relationship with a junior producer.

In the TV program, he declined the opportunity to be a guest on its popular fall edition, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! contrary to speculations about his potential appearance and the fact that his friends serve as hosts for the show.

The former host, who has fallen from grace, mentioned that he is likely to have a 4-to-1 chance of appearing on another jungle-themed show, specifically ITV’s I’m A Celebrity.

Phillip Schofield confesses he will 'never work for ITV again' despite I'm A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his 'best friends' following This Morning exit

Phillip Schofield confesses he will 'never work for ITV again' despite I'm A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his 'best friends' following This Morning exit
Phillip Schofield confesses he will 'never work for ITV again' despite I'm A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his 'best friends' following This Morning exit

‘Although my best mates host it, there are some channels you just won’t work for.

‘There are just some people you won’t work for.’

To start off, in the initial installment of Cast Away, Philip – sporting his wedding band – is depicted sharing a backyard grill session with his spouse, Stephanie, alongside their grown daughters, Molly aged 31 and Ruby at 28.

Afterward, Philip sets sail for an isolated island near Madagascar’s shore, where he finds himself in a situation that necessitates the use of his innate survival skills to endure.

He’s often spotted testing the boundaries, gathering and hunting sustenance and hydration, all while finding refuge in a fragile dwelling.

Throughout the broadcast, Philip made it clear that he hadn’t voluntarily left his role after 22 years, but instead, was terminated from the morning show by the higher-ups at ITV.

When asked about potentially leaving the island, he responded: ‘I find it hard to imagine myself doing so.’

‘I don’t quit. I’m fired. But I never quit.’

Phillip Schofield confesses he will 'never work for ITV again' despite I'm A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his 'best friends' following This Morning exit
Phillip Schofield confesses he will 'never work for ITV again' despite I'm A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his 'best friends' following This Morning exit

Philip can be spotted with tears in his eyes as he talks about leaving “This Morning,” expressing this sentiment during the debut trailer for “Castaway”: “I’ve found myself stranded alone on an isolated island.

‘All I have is camera gear and I can say whatever I want about whatever I want.

‘It’s my chance to tell my side of my story.’

‘I know what I did was unwise. But is it enough to absolutely destroy someone?’

Spectators can expect the former host to ponder over the emotional consequences he faced due to being ousted from prime-time television following the public revelation about his romantic involvement with a 20-year-old athlete, which was exposed during their broadcast on ‘This Morning’.

It is clear that Schofield received a handheld camera, body cameras, and an audio equipment set prior to embarking on his emotionally charged 10-day adventure, during which he was tasked with recording his experience.

The return of the TV show has sparked a wave of criticism from the public, as one person put it: “If the intention is to evoke sympathy for him, it’s likely to blow up in their faces. People were gradually moving on, and now they are digging up everything all over again.

One said: ‘There’s shameless. Totally shameless,’ while another added: ‘How tke [sic] f*** is Phillip Schofield getting a tv show? This is a disgrace.’

Scott Bryan commented, “I was quite surprised by the Phillip Schofield show, but then I recalled that it’s Channel 5, so it’s not really unexpected.

As an ardent admirer, let me rephrase that statement from Renée Hoenderkamp: “Frankly, I find this celebrity to be self-centered. I believe he’s had enough limelight and screen presence. I exclaim, ‘Isn’t this an opportunity for a narcissist to bask in more solo screen time?’ Frankly, I couldn’t care less about his personal narrative; it holds no appeal for me.

In an announcement about the series, Philip expressed that it was something entirely new for him, and he couldn’t help but take part.

As I’ve pondered over my life’s journey, I’ve found myself drawn to so many aspects of it. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the highs and lows, what worked and what didn’t. Yet, through every twist and turn, I’ve felt securely enveloped by the loving embrace of my friends and family.

Phillip Schofield confesses he will 'never work for ITV again' despite I'm A Celebrity rumours as he calls Ant and Dec his 'best friends' following This Morning exit

This time, I’ll be going solo, leaving behind my phone, comforts, and companions (crew). All I have is a tube of lip balm as a luxury item. I’m excited to discover the island, learn how to tie knots for shelter, gather food from nature, and survive on my own… without any assistance.

‘Maybe I’ll be Robinson Crusoe, or maybe I’ll just be Tom Hank’s Wilson and quietly drift off into the wild blue yonder!!’

For a span of ten days, Philip found himself isolated on the island, with the production crew situated 30 minutes away at sea. They were instructed to step in solely if a severe emergency occurred.

Phillip’s mental health and physical safety were monitored as the experience progressed.

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2024-09-28 00:20

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