Phillip Schofield

2024 - 9 - 30

Phillip Schofield: From Daytime TV Icon to Desert Island Drama!

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Phillip Schofield breaks his silence on being fired, blames his brother, and tackles survival in Madagascar - is it a comeback or a calculated selfie session?

Phillip Schofield has officially taken centre stage in the latest episode of his tumultuous journey, appearing on Channel 5’s shocking new reality series, "Cast Away." In a surprising twist, the once-celebrated daytime TV presenter claims he was let go from ITV because of his brother's heinous crimes, which have overshadowed his own missteps. During the pilot episode, Schofield declared that he’d "never in a million years" return to daytime television, suggesting that his brother’s actions have cast a long shadow over his career.

The self-proclaimed local legend is now semi-exiled on a remote island off Madagascar, supposedly testing his survival skills while reflecting on a life that feels like it has unraveled in recent times. With a blended mix of bitterness and humour, he sets out for a ten-day trek, licking his wounds and taking glaring potshots at former colleagues like Holly Willoughby. Viewers are left questioning whether this is a genuine quest for redemption or merely a calculated stunt to regain public affection – after all, if you can’t beat them, why not join them on a deserted island?

In a recent episode, Schofield made waves not just for his survival antics, but also for revealing personal bombshells about his life, including the emotional toll of family health crises, which he admits have left him reeling. In one particularly chilling moment on the show, he remarked, “In the last 18 months, my life has totally unravelled.” Still, fans are divided on whether his appearance is a cry for help or a rather grandiose way to win viewers back.

As audiences tune in to watch, they are reminded that even the brightest stars can flicker out. With a mix of anticipation and trepidation, many are eagerly (or cautiously) watching Schofield’s antics unfold on-screen. Whatever happens next in this survival saga, the question remains: can Phillip Schofield turn the tide and win back his place in the hearts of his viewers?

Fun Fact: Phillip’s net worth reportedly stands at a staggering £8 million, which adds an interesting layer to his apparent desire to strip back and return to nature. Meanwhile, Joanna Lumley, a beloved figure herself, has publicly expressed her love and support for Schofield amid the scandal, which has left fans confused about the complexities of their friendship!

In a bizarre twist of fate, Schofield’s family drama almost feels like a soap opera plot, which isn’t too far from his career in broadcasting. With twists, turns, and a dash of controversy, this saga is more riveting than any scripted drama!

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'Fired for someone else's crime' – Phillip Schofield blames brother ... (Braintree and Witham Times)

He said he would 'never in a million years' return to daytime television, during the last episode of Phillip Schofield: Cast Away.

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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's TV comeback Cast Away is one of the weirdest yet (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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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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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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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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Phillip Schofield wants to be left alone - so why is he on my TV again? (iNews)

You would have to be a fool not to question how much of Cast Away is a calculated ploy to regain our affection.

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Phillip Schofield's biggest Cast Away bombshells from affair to This ... (Yahoo Finance UK)

The former This Morning star has made a surprise TV comeback on Channel 5's Cast Away. To catch you up, here are the biggest revelations from the show.

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'Fired for someone else's crime': Phillip Schofield blames brother for ... (LBC)

Axed This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield has hit out at his brother, blaming him for his departure from ITV.

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What happened between Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby ... (Heart)

Are Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby still friends? Here is everything we know about their current relationship.

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Phillip Schofield's staggering net worth as he ditches home comforts ... (WalesOnline)

Phillip Schofield is set to appear in a new Channel 5 survival show, Cast Away, which will see him spend 10 days on an uninhabited island and leave behind ...

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Phillip Schofield's 'shock' after brother and mum diagnosed with ... (Birmingham Live)

Phillip Schofield previously revealed his 'shock' after his brother and mum were diagnosed with the same serious health condition months apart. The former This ...

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Joanna Lumley's message of 'love' to Phillip Schofield divides ... (The Independent)

'I shall be thinking of you all the time Phil,' Lumley told the disgraced TV presenter.

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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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Viewers claim Phillip Schofield is 'not remorseful' after Holly dig (Daily Mail)

But mere minutes into the first episode of his Channel 5 series Cast Away, viewers were quick to accuse the presenter of being 'less remorseful than he claims,' ...

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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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Phillip Schofield had one last shot at redemption - and he blew it (Metro)

Cast Away: Phillip Schofield was the presenter's chance to try and win back This Morning fans. Instead it's just a chance to attack ITV.

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: Cast Away viewers slam boring hour of TV (Herald Series)

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 sobs over devastating loss minutes into Channel ... (Manchester Evening News)

Former This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield was reduced to tears just minutes into his new three-part Channel 5 show as he discussed his late father, ...

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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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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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Surprise, the Phillip Schofield Castaway show is being dragged by ... (The Tab)

In his farewell meal before he set off to the island, he asked his daughter in a mocking tone, “are you okay?” just like Holly Willoughby said while addressing ...

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Eamonn Holmes snaps at GB News co-star over Phillip Schofield ... (Nottinghamshire Live)

Dsgraced This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield has returned to screens and GB News host Eamonn Holmes has been left fuming.

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AMANDA PLATELL: I got it wrong about vengeful Phillip Schofield ... (Daily Mail)

Phillip gives us a very different side of himself in this show - he's ranting and vengeful, delusional and self-pitying. And, in his view, not accountable ...

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Phillip Schofield rules out TV return as he takes swipe at Holly ... (Leicestershire Live)

Phillip Schofield has dismissed the idea of returning to daytime television and has appeared to take aim at former co-host Holly Willoughby following his ...

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Eamonn Holmes hits back at Phillip Schofield as he makes his TV ... (Heart)

Relations between Eamonn Holmes and Phillip Schofield appear to be at an all time low after he made his TV return on Cast Away.

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Phillip Schofield's daughter hits back at trolls over claims she ... (Devon Live)

The 31-year-old said on Instagram she is proud to be a Schofield.

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