Josie Gibson, a presenter on ITV’s This Morning, recently opened up in an interview about not filling one of the vacancies left by former presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. Despite speculation that she could replace Holly, Josie remains a relief presenter on the show. She mentioned that due to living outside of London with her son, she couldn’t have taken on a full-time role in the capital. She expressed a desire to focus on being a parent to her son and mentioned that she wouldn’t get this time back.
Having always wanted to be a presenter, Josie expressed her gratitude to the producers at This Morning for recognizing her talent. She described her experience on the show as positive and praised the team for being understanding of her parental responsibilities. Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard were announced as the replacements for Holly and Phillip, and Josie continues to be a stand-in presenter on the show. Cat and Ben now host the show from Monday to Thursday, with Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary hosting on Fridays.
Josie’s journey on This Morning began in 2019 when she joined as a segment host before transitioning into a relief presenter. Despite not taking over Holly Willoughby’s role, she remains grateful for the opportunities she has had on the show. Cat Deeley, known for her work on shows like So You Think You Can Dance, and Ben Shephard, who previously hosted Good Morning Britain, expressed their excitement at joining the This Morning team. Cat mentioned missing the camaraderie of working with a team, while Ben described hosting the show as a dream come true.
In addition to discussing her role on the show, Josie also shared her love for being a presenter and the sense of fulfillment it brings her. She mentioned that living outside of London has allowed her to prioritize her family life and be present for her son. Despite not being a main presenter on This Morning, Josie’s passion for presenting remains strong. The show continues to be supportive of Josie and her responsibilities as a parent, showcasing a positive work environment for their team of presenters.
While Josie may not have filled the roles left by Holly and Phillip, she continues to be valued as a relief presenter on This Morning. Her dedication to her family and her love for presenting shine through in her interview, highlighting the importance of work-life balance. With Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard taking over the main hosting duties on the show, Josie embraces her role as a stand-in presenter and remains grateful for the opportunities and support she has received from the show’s producers.
