Phillip Schofield

2024 - 10 - 1

Phillip Schofield: A Tale of Woe, Brothers, and Boring TV!

Cast Away - Eamonn Holmes - Family Relationships - Holly Willoughby - ITV - Madagascar - Phillip Schofield - Scandal - This Morning

From brotherly blame to boisterous backlash, join us as Phillip Schofield dives into his dramatic departure and questionable TV comeback!

Phillip Schofield, the former presenter of "This Morning," has recently opened up about his controversial exit from ITV, throwing his brother under the bus in the process. In his new Channel 5 show "Cast Away," Schofield expressed that he was essentially "fired for someone else’s crime," referencing his brother’s recent convictions for child sex offences. It's a twist that adds more drama to Schofield's already tumultuous narrative. While he attempts to find solace on a remote island near Madagascar, the public remains divided, pouring scorn on his emotional backstory.

As viewers tuned into the debut episode, many were less than impressed, labeling the experience as the "most boring hour of TV." It seems that the charm that once captivated millions might be waning as Channel 5 tries to resurrect this disgraced star's television career. Schofield's self-appointed title of a folk hero is already receiving eye rolls, especially in light of his low-key jabs at his former co-host, Holly Willoughby. Many are questioning whether his personal story can indeed keep audience ratings afloat.

The emotional rollercoaster hit a peak when Schofield broke down in tears, reminiscing about how his life had "totally unravelled" over the past 18 months. At this point, it's clear that he's not just struggling with his public image but also aiming to reconnect with a complicated family dynamic. His eldest daughter, Molly, has publicly voiced that things have gotten easier within the family post-scandal, giving a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos. However, the question lingers: can Schofield reinvent himself and generate sympathy, or will he continue to be the butt of the joke?

In a bizarre twist of fate, while Schofield attempts to gain public favor, Eamonn Holmes proudly confirmed he had "thrown him under the bus" as well, igniting a mix of camaraderie and rivalry that viewers can’t get enough of. Whether you’re a fan or a critic, one thing’s for sure: Phillip Schofield is back, and he’s making quite the splash—or should we say, flop—on our screens. In the world of television, it takes both guts and a good dispute to reignite a career, and Schofield’s attempt seems to tick both boxes, even if audiences are yawning in response!

Fun fact: Did you know that Phillip Schofield has been in the entertainment industry for over 30 years? From children's TV in the 90s to co-hosting major shows, his career has spanned a remarkable era! Another interesting tidbit is that Channel 5 reportedly expected higher viewership rates for "Cast Away," but the underwhelming reactions serve as a reminder that public sentiment can be unpredictable, especially when drama unfolds behind and in front of the camera!

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Phillip Schofield says he was fired from ITV 'for his brother's crime' (The Guardian)

On Cast Away, the former presenter says he was let go due to the bad press generated by his sibling's child sex offences.

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Phillip Schofield blames brother for ITV exit (RTE.ie)

Former This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield has blamed his brother for his departure from ITV, saying he was "fired for someone else's crime".

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Phillip Schofield: Cast Away viewers slam boring hour of TV (Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard)

Channel 5 viewers have said the first episode of Phillip Schofield: Cast Away was the 'most boring hour of TV'

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Cast Away review – Phillip Schofield is an incredibly bitter man (but ... (The Guardian)

He licks his wounds. He mocks Holly Willoughby. And he seems to view himself as a folk hero. But when the disgraced presenter actually gets down to the ...

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Phillip Schofield confesses he blames his brother for TV exit (Goss.ie)

The TV presenter announced his shock departure from This Morning in May 2023, amid reports of a “feud” between himself and his co-host Holly Willoughby. Phillip ...

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Viewers spot Phillip Schofield's 'cheeky dig' at Holly Willoughby in ... (The Independent)

Schofield is spending 10 days on a remote island off the coast of Madagascar where he will attempt to tell his side of the story on a Channel 5 show called Cast ...

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Phillip Schofield breaks down in tears as he says it's 'nice to ... (The Irish Sun)

PHILLIP Schofield broke down in tears during his TV comeback tonight.The disgraced TV star - who is appearing on Cast Away to tell his side of the sto.

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Phillip Schofield Cast Away on Channel 5 review: eminently queasy ... (Evening Standard)

“In the last 18 months my life has totally unravelled,” says Phillip Schofield at the start of his new TV series, as his boat touches down on a pristine ...

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Cast Away: Phillip Schofield returns to TV screens for first time since ... (ITV News)

Watch the latest from ITV News - Phillip Schofield has returned to screens for what he says will be his last TV appearance in the new show Cast Away.

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Former This Morning host Phillip Schofield blames his BROTHER for ... (The Irish Sun)

Former This Morning host Phillip Schofield says he was sacked by ITV because of the bad publicity caused by his paedophile brother's crimes.That con.

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Eamonn Holmes 'proud' he threw Phillip Schofield 'under the bus' (The Irish News)

Schofield is set to return to television screens tonight to tell his 'story of survival'

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Phillip Schofield: Cast Away viewers slam boring hour of TV (Richmond and Twickenham Times)

Channel 5 viewers have said the first episode of Phillip Schofield: Cast Away was the 'most boring hour of TV'

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Viewers react to Phillip Schofield's TV return after scandal (EVOKE)

Phillip Schofield is back on our screens but in a very different capacity and not everyone is happy to see him make a return.

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Phillip Schofield and wife Stephanie are still best friends as family ... (RSVP Live)

Phillip's eldest daughter Molly has opened up about his affair scandal in his new Channel 5 show Cast Away and says things have gotten easier for the family ...

Phillip Schofield: Cast Away viewers slam boring hour of TV (Braintree and Witham Times)

Channel 5 viewers have said the first episode of Phillip Schofield: Cast Away was the 'most boring hour of TV'

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Phillip Schofield's Cast Away review: Ex-This Morning presenter's ... (The Independent)

The disgraced presenter seeks to salvage his reputation by jetting off to Madagascar for a one-man survival challenge. It's a pretty dismal endeavour for ...

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Phillip Schofield: Cast Away – cancelled presenter's self-absorption ... (The Irish Times)

Television: Former ITV frontman clearly feels betrayed but viewers will need to decide whether sympathy is merited or not.

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Inside Phillip Schofield's family life with estranged wife Steph (EVOKE)

Phillip Schofield has been married to his wife Stephanie Lowe for over 30 years, though they're no longer romantically involved with one another.

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Phillip Schofield's rarely seen daughter Molly hits out at cruel trolls ... (The Irish Sun)

PHILLIP Schofield's rarely-seen daughter Molly has hit back at cruel trolls after he made his TV return in Cast Away.The shamed TV presenter, 62, ma.

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Holly Willoughby skips Phillip Schofield's TV return for a night out as ... (The Irish Sun)

HOLLY Willoughby snubbed former This Morning co-star Phillip Schofield's telly comeback for a night out in London.The ITV darling, 43, skipped his Cha.

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Eamonn Holmes tears into GB News star live on air over Phillip ... (Irish Mirror)

GB News took an awkward turn on Tuesday when Eamonn Holmes lashed out at his co-star Isabel Webster over Phillip Scofield.

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Phillip Schofield in explosive Cast Away rant as he fumes 'I quit' on ... (WalesOnline)

Phillip Schofield was left fuming just 30 minutes into the second episode of his Channel 5 series, Castaway, as he declared he was 'quitting' showbiz.

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Phillip Schofield dealt major blow over Channel 5 Cast Away show ... (RSVP Live)

Former This Morning host Phillip Schofield made his heavily advertised return to screens on Monday night after left broadcasting after his affair was ...

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Phillip Schofield vows to NEVER work in daytime television again ... (The Irish Sun)

The 62-year-old talked openly about being 'thrown under a bus' by former colleagues at ITV. Advertisement. Sign up for The Irish Sun

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Phillip Schofield threatens to expose former co-workers after ... (The Irish Sun)

PHILLIP Schofield has threatened to expose his former co-workers after saying he was 'thrown under the bus'.The TV star has returned to television aft.

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Why Phillip Schofield's Cast Away redemption won't work (New Statesman)

This transparent attempt to absolve the TV presenter in the eyes of the public is doomed to fail.

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The hole at the heart of Phillip Schofield (Spectator.co.uk)

Phillip Schofield will be appearing on the Channel 5 reality show, Cast Away, living alone on an island off Madagascar for ten days.

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