Presenter of ITV's This Morning Holly Willoughby has confirmed that she will be quitting the show.
Willoughby starred on the daytime chat show for 14 years, many of which she presented alongside ex-host Phillip Schofield.
Taking to social media to confirm the news, the ITV presenter said: "I have let ITV know today that after 14 years, I will not be returning to This Morning.
"To everyone who has ever worked on the show over the years, thank you so so much.
'She will forever be one of us.'
— This Morning (@thismorning) October 11, 2023
It's the end of an era but we want to thank Holly for the last 14 years on This Morning. #ThisMorning pic.twitter.com/WPnCrY1U0i
"This is such a difficult goodbye, you are incredible and I forever will be proud of what we've done together."
The former This Morning host also thanked viewers, sharing: "Most of all, thank you to the wonderful viewers. You've been so loyal, so supportive and the very best company every day."
Adding: "Richard and Judy said 'we only look after this show, it will always belong to the viewers'.
"It's been an honour to just be part of it's story and I know this story has many chapters left to go.
"Sadly, however, I now feel I have to make this decision for me and me and my family.
"I will miss you all so much."
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