FANS claimed the hosts of This Morning “look p****d off” as tens of thousands of Brits demand they’re sacked over a queue jumping row.
ITV stars and This Morning hosts Holly Willouhby 41, and co-host Phillip Schofield, 60, were accused of seemingly jumping the queue in front of thousands of Brits waiting to see the Queen lying in state.
A change.org petition to remove the duo, titled Axe Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby from TV, has collected more than 64,000 signatures, with creator Laura Harrison saying: “ITV should be ashamed of exploiting the situation. I’d like to see This Morning axed for good as I do believe it causes more harm than good, without people noticing.”
And during Thursday’s episode, fans of the show claimed they thought the pair looked like they were “p****d off” – and that Holly looked like she “would burst into tears”.
After social media erupted in response to the footage the under fire presenters broadcast a segment in an attemot to address online claims they were “too posh to queue” in Westminster Hall last Friday.
Read our Holly & Phil live blog below for the latest updates…
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What does the petition say?
A petition to AXE Holly and Phil from TV currently has over 60,000 signatures, following accusations that the pair jumped the queue to see Her Majesty’s coffin.
Here is what the petition on Change says: “Thousands of people are lining up overnight to pay respects to the Queen, where they will likely wait up to 24 hours.
“Yet Holly Willoughby and Philip Schofield… were able to push past those thousands and get immediate access.
“I’d like to see This Morning axed for good as I do believe it causes more harm than good, without people noticing.
“If you agree please sign. If enough people sign, we can show ITV that the public do matter. And these two idiots don’t deserve our time.”
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Holly and Phil look like they ‘want to cry’ say fans
Our showbiz reporter Jamie Downham writes that This Morning fans have taken to Twitter to claim both Holly and Phil look devastated as they presented for the show yesterday.
This comes after the pair were accused of jumping the queue to see Her Majesty’s lying in state.
One This Morning viewer wrote: “Holly looks like she wants to burst into tears.”
Others agreed: “Phil and Holly look like they wanna cry” and: “Definitely no energy and don’t won’t to be there.”
A fourth wrote: “You can tell how p***ed off Phillip Schofield is can’t you?”
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Piers Morgan backs Holly and Phil
Piers Morgan has come to the defence of Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.
“All hell broke loose about this, they have been subject to, I think, a ridiculously over-the-top campaign,” he said.
“20,000 people have signed a petition to have them fired. Of course they shouldn’t be fired, it’s ridiculous.”
Piers continued: “It may have been a misjudgement. I said myself on this show, I don’t think anyone should have been jumping the queue full stop, whoever you are, unless you are a world leader and there is a time issue.”
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Holly and Phil reportedly ‘called lawyers’ over queue jumping allegations
Following accusations that Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield skipped the queue to see Her Majesty lying in state, the pair reportedly contacted lawyers.
A source told the Sun that the iconic duo sought legal advice to aid with these “damaging claims.”
Holly called in lawyers and a source said: “She’s utterly devastated. It’s been an incredibly tough few days.”
Click here to read more.
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Kim Woodburn says she is ‘appalled’ by Holly and Phil
Speaking on GB News, Mrs Woodburn hit out at the iconic duo, calling for ITV to sack them both for “lying.”
She told the broadcaster: “Their self-serving publicity stunt came back to bite them on the bum, didn’t it? I’m appalled by them.
“There were many people in that queue, people with wheelchairs and walking sticks. And Holly and Phillip think because they are on TV they can flout the rules.
“They’re telling lies and they’ve been caught. They’re cocky, they’re self-assured and they are disliked intensely.
“They should be fired and the crew would say, ‘Yippee. We’ve had enough of these two idiots. They won’t be missed.’”
Click here to read more.
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What have Holly and Phil said?
Holly and Phil have denied any wrongdoing, following allegations that they skipped the queue to see Her Majesty’s lying in state.
In her defence, Holly said: “Like hundreds of accredited broadcasters and journalists we were given official permission to access the hall.
“It was strictly for the purpose of reporting on the event for millions of people in the UK who haven’t been able to visit Westminster in person.
“The rules were that we would be quickly escorted around the edges to a platform at the back. In contrast those paying respects walked along a carpeted area beside the coffin and were given time to pause.
“None of the broadcasters and journalists took anyone’s places in the queue and no one filed past the Queen.
“We of course respected those rules however we realised that it may have looked like something else and therefore we totally understand the reaction.
“Please know that we would never jump a queue.”
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Holly showed her ‘unease’ on This Morning, says body-language expert (2/2)
A body-language expert has said Holly Willoughby’s “unease” was clear to see, as controversy continues to spread around “queue-gate.”
Inbaal Honigman told The Sun the telltale signs, explaining: “Her famous smile isn’t the same, instead of a natural, broad display of joy which touches the eyes, her smile today is stiff and still.
“Her voice is cracking. She seems concerned that her appearance is scrutinised for all the wrong reasons.”
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Holly showed her ‘unease’ on This Morning, says body-language expert (1/2)
A body-language expert has said Holly Willoughby’s “unease” was clear to see, as controversy continues to spread around “queue-gate.”
Inbaal Honigman told The Sun the telltale signs, explaining: “When standing up, she’s picking at her fingertips. A very subtle gesture which shows that she is worried.
“And when sitting down, holding her tablet, her fingers are pressed tightly against it, telling us that she is unable to relax.
“Even though Holly is a pro, and has stood in that spot and presented that show for over a decade, tiny clues betray her unease today.”
Click here to read more.
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No Spin to Win once again on This Morning
This Morning once again axed the Spin to Win segment on today’s show.
The segment sees fans call in and win prizes by spinning a wheel.
One frustrated viewer said: “Still no spin to win.”
Another mocked the show and said: “can you win a place at a funeral on Spin to Win.”
A third said: “Still no Spin To Win tomorrow.”
This comes just days after Brits accused Holly and Phil of skipping the queue to see Her Majesty’s coffin.
Click here to read more.
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What have Holly and Phil said?
Holly and Phil have denied any wrongdoing, following allegations that they skipped the queue to see Her Majesty’s lying in state.
In her defence, Holly said: “Like hundreds of accredited broadcasters and journalists we were given official permission to access the hall.
“It was strictly for the purpose of reporting on the event for millions of people in the UK who haven’t been able to visit Westminster in person.
“The rules were that we would be quickly escorted around the edges to a platform at the back. In contrast those paying respects walked along a carpeted area beside the coffin and were given time to pause.
“None of the broadcasters and journalists took anyone’s places in the queue and no one filed past the Queen.
“We of course respected those rules however we realised that it may have looked like something else and therefore we totally understand the reaction.
“Please know that we would never jump a queue.”
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Holly and Phill sticking together amid queue row
Holly Willoughby and Philip Schofield look after each other as fans fume at them for “skipping” the Lying in State queue.
“They are very much in this together, and will get through it.” a source told the Mirror.
Currently, a petition to have the pair axed from This Morning has over 56,000 signatures on Change.org.
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Holly Willoughby ready to ‘burst into tears’ on This Morning
The television host was spotted looking distressed on the show this morning after controversies surrounding her jumping the queue at the Queen’s Lying in State.
One fan Tweeted: “Holly looks like she wants to burst into tears,” one viewer Tweeted.
Another said: “Holly doesn’t seem her happy bubbly self today. She seems really awkward and on edge.”
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Piers Morgan backs Holly and Phil
Piers Morgan has come to the defence of Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.
“All hell broke loose about this, they have been subject to, I think, a ridiculously over-the-top campaign,” he said.
“20,000 people have signed a petition to have them fired. Of course they shouldn’t be fired, it’s ridiculous.”
Piers continued: “It may have been a misjudgement. I said myself on this show, I don’t think anyone should have been jumping the queue full stop, whoever you are, unless you are a world leader and there is a time issue.”
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Holly and Phil ‘literally doing their job’ defends fan
The pair insist they would “never” jump the queue to see The Queen Lying in State, and that they were there for work purposes.
One Brit took to Twitter to sympathise with the presenters for “doing their job”.
“They are literally doing their job. Press and media are usually are allowed in before or via different entrance at events.
“Same way anyone working there would be,” they wrote.
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‘Serious concerns’ raised for Phil Schofield and Holly Willoughby
The pair were accused of “jumping the queue” as the public waited to see the Queen Lying in State.
“There are huge, real and serious concerns over their wellbeing and ITV is fully supporting them behind the scenes in the face of such relentless trolling,” a source told The Mirror.
“The channel backs them 110 per cent.”
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Amanda Holden takes swipe at Holly and Phil
The This Morning presenters have been hit with controversy after being accused of “jumping the queue” to see The Queen Lying in State.
Talking about David Beckham’s recent seven figure deal with Dorito’s, Amanda said: “Get in line. Well, I mean he did get in line. Good on him.”
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Holly and Phil look like they ‘want to cry’ say fans
Our showbiz reporter Jamie Downham writes that This Morning fans have taken to Twitter today to claim both Holly and Phil look devastated as they present for the show.
This comes after the pair were accused of jumping the queue to see Her Majesty’s lying in state.
One This Morning viewer wrote: “Holly looks like she wants to burst into tears.”
Others agreed: “Phil and Holly look like they wanna cry” and: “Definitely no energy and don’t won’t to be there.”
A fourth wrote: “You can tell how p***ed off Phillip Schofield is can’t you?”
Click here to read more.
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Piers Morgan backs Holly and Phil
Piers Morgan has come to the defence of Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.
“All hell broke loose about this, they have been subject to, I think, a ridiculously over-the-top campaign,” he said.
“20,000 people have signed a petition to have them fired. Of course they shouldn’t be fired, it’s ridiculous.”
Piers continued: “It may have been a misjudgement. I said myself on this show, I don’t think anyone should have been jumping the queue full stop, whoever you are, unless you are a world leader and there is a time issue.”
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Petition hits MAJOR milestone
The Petition to have Holly and Phil AXED from ITV has hit 60,000 signatures.
This is just 15,000 away from its target of 75,000, as Brits continue to fume over what has been dubbed “queue-gate.”
Holly and Phil have stressed their innocence in this situation, and ITV is reported to be “100%” behind the iconic duo.
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Holly and Phil reportedly ‘called lawyers’ over queue jumping allegations
Following accusations that Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield skipped the queue to see Her Majesty lying in state, the pair reportedly contacted lawyers.
A source told the Sun that the iconic duo sought legal advice to aid with these “damaging claims.”
Holly called in lawyers and a source said: “She’s utterly devastated. It’s been an incredibly tough few days.”
Click here to read more.
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Kim Woodburn says she is ‘appalled’ by Holly and Phil
Speaking on GB News, Mrs Woodburn hit out at the iconic duo, calling for ITV to sack them both for “lying.”
She told the broadcaster: “Their self-serving publicity stunt came back to bite them on the bum, didn’t it? I’m appalled by them.
“There were many people in that queue, people with wheelchairs and walking sticks. And Holly and Phillip think because they are on TV they can flout the rules.
“They’re telling lies and they’ve been caught. They’re cocky, they’re self-assured and they are disliked intensely.
“They should be fired and the crew would say, ‘Yippee. We’ve had enough of these two idiots. They won’t be missed.’”
Click here to read more.
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What have Holly and Phil said?
Holly and Phil have denied any wrongdoing, following allegations that they skipped the queue to see Her Majesty’s lying in state.
In her defence, Holly said: “Like hundreds of accredited broadcasters and journalists we were given official permission to access the hall.
“It was strictly for the purpose of reporting on the event for millions of people in the UK who haven’t been able to visit Westminster in person.
“The rules were that we would be quickly escorted around the edges to a platform at the back. In contrast those paying respects walked along a carpeted area beside the coffin and were given time to pause.
“None of the broadcasters and journalists took anyone’s places in the queue and no one filed past the Queen.
“We of course respected those rules however we realised that it may have looked like something else and therefore we totally understand the reaction.
“Please know that we would never jump a queue.”
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Holly’s ‘unease’ on show today, says, body-language expert (2/2)
A body-language expert has said Holly Willoughby’s “unease” was clear to see today, as controversy continues to spread around “queue-gate.”
Inbaal Honigman told The Sun the telltale signs, explaining: “Her famous smile isn’t the same, instead of a natural, broad display of joy which touches the eyes, her smile today is stiff and still.
“Her voice is cracking. She seems concerned that her appearance is scrutinised for all the wrong reasons.”
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Holly’s ‘unease’ on show today, says, body-language expert (1/2)
A body-language expert has said Holly Willoughby’s “unease” was clear to see today, as controversy continues to spread around “queue-gate.”
Inbaal Honigman told The Sun the telltale signs, explaining: “When standing up, she’s picking at her fingertips. A very subtle gesture which shows that she is worried.
“And when sitting down, holding her tablet, her fingers are pressed tightly against it, telling us that she is unable to relax.
“Even though Holly is a pro, and has stood in that spot and presented that show for over a decade, tiny clues betray her unease today.”
Click here to read more.
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No Spin to Win once again on This Morning
This Morning once again axed the Spin to Win segment on today’s show.
The segment sees fans call in and win prizes by spinning a wheel.
One frustrated viewer said: “Still no spin to win.”
Another mocked the show and said: “can you win a place at a funeral on Spin to Win.”
A third said: “Still no Spin To Win tomorrow.”
This comes just days after Brits accused Holly and Phil of skipping the queue to see Her Majesty’s coffin.
Click here to read more.