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Phillip Schofield discusses how sexuality announcement on This Morning was decided after fears 'publicity stunt' backlash

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direct to your inboxPhillip Schofield has discussed how the decision behind his announcement regarding his sexuality was made.

The ITV presenter revealed on Instagram in February 2020 that he had "been coming to terms with the fact that I am gay" before being interviewed by co-host Holly Willoughby on This Morning.

It was a Friday show which meant Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford were on presenting duties.But the programme started on a more sombre note as Holly introduced her friend and fellow presenter onto the sofa.

Speaking on the Life, Interrupted podcast, Phillip said: "I said to Holly 'It has to be on This Morning – I owe it to our viewers because you know it is all a family, they have to be the first to hear' "Eamonn and Ruth were.

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