Phillip Schofield

He and co-host Holly Willoughby have spent weeks off air after heading off on their annual summer holiday back in July. In their absence, the hosting duo have ...

"Here we go, back to work, summer is done and the alarms are set," he penned over a screenshot of his alarms. He was quick to tell his followers: "Firstly, no part of my treatment and surgery was gifted and I wasn’t asked to post. The dad-of-two worried fans when she shared a photo of himself with a bandaged eye to Instagram. Phillip, 60, also shared the photo of the pair with his own millions of followers but let them in on a little worry he has before he gets back to work next week. But he then added: "Let’s see how well I can read an autocue on Monday with a dilated pupil." Holly, 41, was the first to share a snap of the duo, beaming for the camera. The presenter is set to return to the ITV daytime show on Monday (September 5) following a long summer break. " the mum-of-three penned alongside the snap to her millions of followers. Can’t wait to see you all!!!!" Despite his concern, Phillip spent Sunday night (September 4) getting ready for her wake-up call. In their absence, the hosting duo have been replaced by a whole host of famous faces. She then added: "See you on Monday @schofe @thismorning …

While some fans were delighted to see Holly and Phil return, others enjoyed the guest hosts so much that they're calling on ITV producers to make a major change ...

"Can’t wait for Phil and Holly back!" While some fans called for a shake-up of the hosts, plenty were happy to see Phil and Holly back. Another viewer called for some of her favourite guest hosts to get a weekly slot on the show. One viewer tweeted: "I like Holly and Phil but I really liked the mix up of different presenters over the summer it kept it fresh, interesting and fun. [ITV ](https://www.mylondon.news/all-about/itv)producers to make a major change on the show. While the iconic duo enjoyed a much-needed break, Rylan Clarke and Ruth Langsford regularly hosted the show and viewers were also treated to other celebrity guests including Josie Gibson, Rochelle Humes, Vernon Kay, Craig Doyle, Mollie King and Andi Peters.

HOLLY Willoughby and Phillip Schofield are the faces of This Morning—but audiences have called for a big shakeup. Holly and Phillip hosted their final show on ...

I don’t care who I work for as long as I work.” Another wrote on social media: “Ruth and Rylan should do this all the time. He said: “TV companies can do whatever they want with you. Phil and Holly think it’s all about them. A source close to the show told the Daily Star: “You have to wonder what Holly and Phil got out of Ruth and Rylan’s popularity. But on weekdays, fans of the show have asked show legend Ruth Langsford and her friend Rylan Clark to take over the main presenters duties during calls for the show to be remastered.

Holly Willoughby joined co-host Phillip Schofield in the studio for the first time on Monday following the pair's summer break.

good luck to everyone going back to school this week… Alongside a snap of her before going on air, the presenter wrote:"And we’re back… [shop the shirt from And Other Stories](https://www.stories.com/en_gbp/clothing/blouses-shirts/blouses/product.shell-button-silk-blouse-red.1001320004.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwvNaYBhA3EiwACgndguNFNU8oVtBMEtwFpxF2cbLR3ApL9i_G1FeakW-_hbVtihBxORN1pRoCLm8QAvD_BwE) for £95. [Holly Willoughby](https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/20011253.holly-willoughby-confirmed-return-itvs-morning-wednesday/) has blown [This Morning](https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/19650541.see-everything-holly-willoughby-wore-morning-week---buy/) viewers away in a stunning all-red outfit as the presenter returns to the ITV show. [Mary Poppins](https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/19954973.get-mary-poppins-west-end-tickets-seen-itvs-ant-decs-saturday-takeaway/), with Holly making a classic floating entrance with an umbrella in hand. [Phillip Schofield](https://www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/19895818.mornings-philip-schofield-issues-health-update-covid/) in the studio for the first time on Monday following the pair's summer break.

Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield have returned to This Morning after a break for the summer.

"Looking forward to watching this morning see you soon loving your new hair btw," wrote one follower. The presenter looked stunning as she showed off her new hair which fell just below the shoulder. So good to be back at @thismorning with @schofe see you at 10am #hwstyle skirt by @warehouseuk shirt by @andotherstories." It's a big day for the mum-of-three as Holly also revealed it was her daughter Belle's first day at comprehensive school. The presenter took to Instagram to share her outfit of the day ahead of her comeback to the popular daytime series on Monday, September 5 and showed off longer tresses. good luck to everyone going back to school this week…

The This Morning Friday host copied Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's post and fans could not stop laughing.

Reposting a video from Alison's Instagram page showing the Friday presenter running on a treadmill, she added the caption: "There is only one @alisonhammond55… " #NTA." can't wait to see you all !!!!!. @hollywilloughby @schofe." [Alison Hammond](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/alison-hammond/) is known for her great sense of humour, and on Sunday she shared a cheeky and hilarious post poking fun at fellow [This Morning](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/this-morning/) presenter [Holly Willoughby](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/holly-willoughby/), ahead of her and [Phillip Schofield](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/phillip-schofield/)'s return to the morning show.

This Morning viewers are all saying the same thing about Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's return to the show following their summer break…

Ruth Langsford also made her return to the programme alongside Rylan Clark. They then passed the reins to Josie Gibson and Craig Doyle for a week before Vernon Kay and Rochelle Humes took over. Viewers were quick to praise the extravagant opening of the daytime programme and express their delight over Holly and Phillip's return. while another wrote: "Welcome back @Schofe @hollywills, loved the entrance." Love the show, so colourful and magical," while another added: "Ok, that was so weirdly wonderful and much needed to start the week haha. [This Morning](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/this-morning/) welcomed [Holly Willoughby](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/holly-willoughby/) and [Phillip Schofield](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/phillip-schofield/) back to the iconic blue sofa on Monday morning following the pair's extended summer break - and viewers are all saying the same thing about their return.

The ITV duo pulled out all the stops for their first show back after eight weeks off, enlisting the cast of West End show Mary Poppins.

it depends how the night goes, the dynamic and who’s there and whether or not we get led astray.' He described his joy at being able to hug guests again, and said of Covid: 'I think it all scarred us all in some way and I don't think we’ll ever forget that it happened because it was damaging on so many different levels… But admitting it's too early to tell whether another boozy night and morning is on the cards, Phillip teased: 'Our nights are always very organic! The elegant piece combines a high waist, midi length and front slit to flatter the figure. and I’m not gonna lie, This Morning is one of my support groups and that’s a lovely thing to have.' It’s available to buy online, so without further ado, click the image to snap one up.

This Morning hosts Holly Willoughby and Phllip Schofield are back on our screens today after their summer break - and lots has happened while they're been ...

"Like Phil said, firstly it's not waking up to an alarm which is the best thing! "I think the process of doing all that with the family gets my head focused and ready again as well… Phillip confessed: "The best time about summer is turning off the alarm and switching off! So having all of that gone is a nice feeling." Revealing the reason behind his funky eyewear, Phil wrote: "Sleep on your back to protect your eye' No way I can do that... I have actually learnt so much more about cooking actually since doing this show. "As Phil says, we really have so much fun on the show. Can't wait to see you all!!!!" A number of guest hosts have kept [This Morning](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/this-morning) viewers entertained for the last two months, but they are now rejoicing at the return of the much-loved presenters. but my floaters are 100% gone." Sharing a sweet snap of the pair together, Holly wrote: "Well look who came over for a play date before school starts ... But what have the pair been doing during their summer break?

Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield returned to work on This Morning in unexpected fashion on Monday.

While many viewers loved seeing the Mary Poppins opening, with Phillip asking the cast if they could stay and perform again, rather than the show being paused for the impending PM announcement, others were baffled by what they saw on screen. He then delivered a Burt-esque line to introduce Holly as she 'floated' down from the sky, with some help from CGI, in an arrival reminiscent of Julie Andrews' famous Disney character. [*Giovanni Pernice lands new BBC job after Strictly partner claims](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/giovanni-pernice-strictly-drag-race-24914551) [*Fatima Whitbread shares heartbreaking past on SAS: Who Dares Wins](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/fatima-whitbread-celebrity-sos-dares-24929179) [*Pete Wicks in tears over 'traumatic' SAS: Who Dares Win fight](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/pete-wicks-celebrity-sas-jennifer-24929296) [*Olly Murs admits audience backlash over The Voice decisions](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/olly-murs-the-voice-itv-24916360) There was some praise for the energetic opening though, with one fan, also delighted to see Phillip and Holly back in charge, writing: "Ok, that was so weirdly wonderful and much needed to start the week haha already relieved Holly and Phil are back on our screens." [Phillip](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/phillip-schofield) or [Holly](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/holly-willoughby) were on screen for at least a few minutes as the show kicked off with a performance from the hit West End musical. Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby made an unconventional return to work on This Morning on Monday, as the cast of Mary Poppins took over the show, with the two presenters nowhere to be seen in the opening moments.

PHILLIP SCHOFIELD was left fuming while he discussed Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's latest remarks against the Royal Family.

"But then you've got to produce the content. I just didn’t want to be alive anymore." Returning to This Morning from a summer break, Phillip launched into a rant in which he said the Queen has been left "bewildered" by the comments. no," Camilla replied. "Well... [This Morning](/latest/this-morning), [Phillip](/latest/phillip-schofield) raged [Meghan Markle](/latest/meghan-markle) and [Prince Harry](/latest/prince-harry) should "just shut up" following the latest comments made in The Cut against the [Royal Family](/latest/royal-family).

PHILLIP SCHOFIELD admitted he broke down in tears after he had an operation on both of his eyes.

"Amazing," he beamed. [Phillip Schofield ](/latest/phillip-schofield)and [Holly Willoughby](/latest/holly-willoughby) were back on Monday as they made a return to [This Morning ](/latest/this-morning)after a six-week break. "Absolutely amazing. He went on to admit he broke down in tears because he was so thrilled with the results. At the beginning of the show, he told Holly he felt "amazing" after the operation. PHILLIP SCHOFIELD admitted he broke down in tears after he had an operation on both of his eyes.

Phillip Schofield has rather boldly taken aim at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, claiming that the couple should 'shut up'.

And things really shifted." And what did we have to do? The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are currently back in the UK for the first time since the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Go out and do another official engagement. On the first episode, featuring guest speaker Serena Williams, Meghan spoke out about the terrifying moment that her son Archie was involved in a fire during her and Harry's royal tour of South Africa. The royal journalist pointed out that Meghan and Harry have taken aim at the royal family in their new podcasts, which could affect their remaining ties to Harry's family.

Phillip Schofield admitted on This Morning that he 'burst into tears' after life-changing surgery on his eyes.

During his and Holly's extended break for summer, which saw them replaced by a number of different guest hosts, [Phillip](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/phillip-schofield) went into hospital for surgery on both eyes after being blighted with 'floaters' which affected his vision. [READ MORE: Holly & Phillip make 'awkward' late arrival on This Morning return](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/phillip-holly-this-morning-poppins-24930735) [Phillip had two separate operations](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/phillip-schofield-hospital-eye-surgery-24860753) on his eyes during his This Morning absence and said the difference in his vision after the surgery was so great that he was left in tears in his own back garden. [*Giovanni Pernice lands new BBC job after Strictly partner claims](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/giovanni-pernice-strictly-drag-race-24914551) [*Fatima Whitbread shares heartbreaking past on SAS: Who Dares Wins](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/fatima-whitbread-celebrity-sos-dares-24929179) [*Pete Wicks in tears over 'traumatic' SAS: Who Dares Win fight](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/pete-wicks-celebrity-sas-jennifer-24929296) [*](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/olly-murs-the-voice-itv-24916360https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/tom-jones-the-voice-wife-24931421) [Tom Jones' emotional The Voice tribute has viewers taking action](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/tom-jones-the-voice-wife-24931421) [Will Mellor's Strictly chances boosted by Craig Revel-Horwood](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/will-mellor-strictly-come-dancing-24908619.amp) [Holly](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/holly-willoughby) were joined by a medical expert in the studio, Phillip explained that the condition had caused difficulties for him when hosting Dancing on Ice, where the autocue screens are over the other side of the rink to where he and Holly stand to present the ITV show. [Phillip and Holly returned to the show](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/phillip-holly-this-morning-poppins-24930735) for the first time in close to two months on Monday, making a late arrival to proceedings after their first day back started with a performance from the cast of Mary Poppins.