Children In Need 2025 delivered one of its most emotional moments yet when McFly star Tom Fletcher took to the stage with his 11-year-old son, Buzz, whose unexpected vocal talent left viewers across the UK in floods of tears.

Performing Tom’s original track Thread of Hope — written specially for Pudsey and the upcoming 25-minute CBeebies animated film of the same name — the father-and-son duo stood alongside the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra in what many fans have already called the “highlight of the night”.

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Buzz, beaming with pride, admitted he was overwhelmed to share the stage with his superstar dad. He said it felt “absolutely incredible”, adding that he’d watched Tom perform with McFly for years and always dreamed of following in his footsteps. “But Children In Need… it’s incredible,” he added, his voice shaking with excitement.

Viewers reported being “in bits” from the moment Buzz opened his mouth. One fan wrote that they were “sobbing over Tom Fletcher and his son performing on Children In Need,” while another said: “It’s a Friday night and I am emotional about Buzz Fletcher on stage with his dad.”

The performance aired on the same night Children In Need announced its colossal £45 million total — boosted significantly by Sara Cox’s heroic 135-mile Great Northern Marathon challenge, which raised £7.6 million alone. Cox, who carried a Pudsey Bear backpack for the full five-day journey, said crossing the finish line was “the hardest thing I’ve ever done”.

But it was Tom and Buzz’s duet that stole viewers’ hearts, reinforcing the emotional spirit of the telethon and marking a milestone moment for the Fletcher family. Tom, who shares sons Buzz, Buddy and Max with wife Giovanna Fletcher, looked visibly emotional as he watched his eldest step into the spotlight.

As one viewer summed it up: “Tom and Buzz Fletcher singing together on Children In Need… that was everything and more.”

Magda Szubanski wanted to share her thanks with a young fan.

Beloved Aussie actress Magda Szubanski has shared an update with her fans during her battle with cancer.

The comedy star, 64, announced she is battling Mantle Cell Lymphoma in a message on social media in May this year.

Now, she has shared one of the things making her feel a little brighter during a tough period in her treatment.

Lying in a hospital bed, Szubanski shared a video revealing how much she enjoyed seeing a young fan’s book week tribute to Szubanski’s popular character Sharon, from the hit show ‘Kath and Kim’.

“Well, this is a special shout out to little 10-year-old Annabella Willis in Adelaide,” Szubanski said in the clip posted on her Instagram page. “I just wanted to say darling… thank you so much for your impression of Sharon Strzelecki.”

“I’m in here having chemo, and it really cheered me up, and I’m very touched. That was a beautiful thing to do. Thank you, my sweet. Lots of love to you. Bye, now and lots of love to you all.”

 

In the caption she again thanked Annabella and revealed that while chemotherapy is “smackin’ me around right now”, the girl’s “stellar Book Week homage to Sharon” cheered her up.

In May, Szubanski said she had been diagnosed with the “rare and fast-moving blood cancer”.

“I won’t sugar-coat it: it’s rough. But I’m hopeful. I’m being lovingly cared for by friends and family, my medical team is brilliant, and I’ve never felt more held by the people around me.”

Szubanski was born in Liverpool and emigrated to Australia as a child. She’s also known for her roles in Fast Forward, a television sketch comedy in the early 90s, and as a passionate LGBT rights advocate.

Last month, she was inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame, receiving Australia’s top TV honour.

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman were one of the hottest couples in Hollywood(Image: The LIFE Picture Collection via Getty Images)

Tom Cruise has broken his silence on his ex-wife Nicole Kidman’s shock split with Keith Urban.

The 63-year-old movie star, who was married to Nicole for 11 years from 1990–2001, has reportedly said Nicole’s split with Keith is ‘karma’ for the way she treated him after their own breakup. The Mission Impossible star is said to have been following news of ex Nicole’s divorce ‘closely.’

“When Tom and Nicole split, he caught all the blame and she got all the sympathy. He was painted as the bad guy … that stuck with him for years,’ an insider told International Business Times.

“Tom was really stung by the way Nicole handled their break-up. She went on TV, made digs about his height, and painted herself as the victim, while he stayed silent and took the hits.”

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Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman meet the late Princess of Wales at the Leicester Square premiere of Far and Away(Image: Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)

They added that the actor felt ‘proven right’ now that Nicole has split from her second husband. It annoyed him when this guy was painted as this saintly figure who’d swooped in on a white horse, so to speak, and rescued Nicole from the hellish memory of their marriage,” they said.

“He’s following the divorce news closely, and a part of him feels badly for her, since he knows how much she’s hurting. At the same time, he’s also allowing himself a little pat on the back and telling people close to him that this is karma doing its thing. Bottom line: He thought they were a hyped up couple who clearly had very little in common from the get-go — now he’s been proved right.”

The Mirror has contacted Tom Cruise’s representative for comment.

Tom and Nicole had been one of the It couples of the 90s, before their shock split in 2001. Nicole reportedly left after refusing to convert their children Conor and Isabella to Scientology – which Cruise had become enthralled by.

Tom and Nicole starred in Stanley Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut together(Image: Warner Bros/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock)

In 2006, Tom married actress Katie Holmes, and shares daughter Suri, 19, with her, however they split in 2012. Tom is now estranged from Katie and Suri.

Oscar winner Nicole Kidman filed for divorce from husband Keith Urban on Tuesday after 19 years of marriage in October. In papers filed in Nashville Nicole cited ‘marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences’ for the split.

According to sources, Nicole was “blindsided” by Keith’s desire to split and was spotted still happily wearing her wedding ring just days before filing for divorce.

After news of the divorce broke, an insider claimed to press that Nicole’s sister, Antonia, and the rest of the Kidman family had raced to the actress’ side to support her through a separation she “didn’t want”.

Nicole and Keith announced their split after 19 years of marriage(Image: Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

Though Nicole was the one to file for divorce, the source explained that, until very recently, she was still trying to make things work. “She didn’t want this,” they told People. “She has been fighting to save the marriage.” Nicole reportedly made several attempts to save the marriage, but couldn’t as Keith was already “done”.

The court filings revealed details of the couple’s custody agreement. Nicole will get their daughters for 306 days a year, while Keith is left with only 59. Keith and Nicole share daughters Sunday, 17, and Faith, 15, together.

Based on the document, Keith only gets to have his daughters for every other weekend, Father’s Day and Thanksgiving, making up just under two months in total.

The document also stipulated that the pair are not allowed to “speak badly” of each other and should “encourage” their daughters to have good relationships with both their parents.

Nicole and Keith had seemed inseparable(Image: Getty Images for ACM)

Sources in the US say Keith has already moved on to someone else. One said: “All the signs point to the fact Keith is with another woman. Let’s just say, Nicole doesn’t dispute that, but she’s still shocked over it.”

Sources say Keith’s new girlfriend is ‘younger’ than Nicole but her identity so far remains a mystery.

A clip of Keith changing lyrics to a song he wrote for Nicole have also resurfaced. In the video, Keith is singing The Fighter but changed the lyrics from “Baby I’ll be your fighter” to “Maggie I’ll be your guitar player”.

Maggie Baugh, his 25-year-old guitarist, posted the clip to her Instagram with the caption: “Did he just say that.”

Rylan Clark’s Brave Confession Unites a Nation — “He Won’t Face This Alone”.

He’s brought laughter, light, and unforgettable moments to British  TV — but now, Rylan Clark finds himself at the centre of a wave of love unlike anything in his career.

What began as a simple message of comfort — “You’re not alone in this, Rylan” — has turned into a rallying cry. Within hours, hashtags like #StandWithRylan and #YoureNotAloneRylan spread across X, Instagram, and TikTok, as thousands of fans poured out messages of encouragement during one of Rylan’s most challenging chapters.

One supporter wrote: “Rylan has given us years of joy. Now it’s our turn to give that back.”
Another added: “Behind the smile, he’s human. Stay strong, Rylan — we love you.”

It’s not just viewers who are rallying. Celebrities and colleagues have stepped forward too:

Rob Rinder praised him as “a man of resilience and kindness who deserves the world’s support.”

Giovanni Pernice shared: “Brother, you’ve carried so many others. Let us carry you now.”

Insiders at both the BBC and Channel 4 have confirmed that Rylan remains one of the most in-demand talents on British TV, with producers eager to keep showcasing his charisma and authenticity.

Rylan has always been open about heartbreak, mental health battles, and the pressures of fame. That honesty has made viewers see him not just as a presenter, but as someone real, relatable, and unafraid to show vulnerability.

As one media analyst explained: “People don’t just watch Rylan — they feel connected to him. That’s why the words ‘You’re not alone’ strike such a chord.”

Despite the challenges, Rylan is said to be deeply moved by the outpouring of love. Friends reveal that this show of unity has given him new determination to keep going.

One fan summed it up perfectly:
“He’s lifted us with joy for years. Now it’s our turn to lift him. Rylan, you’re not alone — not today, not ever.”

INTRO – A JOYOUS NEW CHAPTER

It’s a heart-warming milestone fans have been waiting to see. Bradley Walsh — beloved host of The Chase and one of Britain’s most recognisable TV personalities — has officially stepped into a brand-new role: grandfather. News of the family’s newest arrival has sent waves of excitement across the UK, with friends, fans, and colleagues all celebrating this next chapter in Bradley’s life. For a man who has spent decades making viewers laugh, this precious family moment is one that has melted hearts everywhere.

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1. THE BEAUTIFUL ANNOUNCEMENT

Sources close to the Walsh family revealed that Bradley was “bursting with pride” the moment he heard the baby had arrived safely. The heart-stirring news was shared in an intimate family setting before rapidly spreading across social media. Fans couldn’t get enough as congratulatory messages poured in, celebrating the joyous addition and Bradley’s emotional reaction. Those closest to him say he was “speechless, smiling nonstop, and completely overcome” when he held the little one for the first time.

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2. A FAMILY FILLED WITH LOVE

The Walsh family has always been tight-knit, and this new arrival has brought them even closer. Bradley’s wife, Donna, is said to be over the moon, while Bradley’s children have been giddy with excitement at welcoming the newest member of their growing clan. The atmosphere in the Walsh household has been described as “pure happiness,” with siblings eagerly taking turns to help and showering the baby with affection.

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3. BRADLEY’S HEARTFELT REACTION

Friends say Bradley’s transformation into a grandfather felt “instant and natural.” Known for his booming laugh, quick wit, and kindness on screen, he becomes even softer and more sentimental behind closed doors. Insiders describe him wiping away tears when he first saw the baby’s tiny hands, whispering, “This is the best feeling in the world.” For Bradley, who has always valued family above fame, this moment is nothing short of magical.

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4. WHAT THIS MEANS FOR THE FUTURE

With a grandchild to dote on, those around Bradley expect him to slow down just a little — making more time for family gatherings, quieter weekends, and precious bonding moments. That said, Bradley has no plans to step away from The Chase anytime soon. Instead, he’s expected to bring even more warmth and humour to the show, inspired by the joy his family is experiencing.

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5. A FAMILY BLESSING

The Walshes are already planning cosy visits, first Christmas memories, and plenty of treasured photos. Bradley himself has joked that he’s ready to become the “fun granddad,” spoiling the little one rotten and showing up with gifts bigger than the baby.

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CONCLUSION – A HAPPY NEW BEGINNING

As Bradley Walsh embraces this beautiful new chapter, fans across Britain are celebrating alongside him. From TV legend to proud grandad, his life has never looked more complete. Surrounded by love, laughter, and a brand-new bundle of joy, the Walsh family’s future looks brighter than ever — a heart-warming reminder that some of life’s sweetest moments happen off-screen, in the arms of those we love.

“They tried to shut me up but I WON’T BE SILENCED!” Joanna Lumley’s shocking confession sends shockwaves across Britain. What began as a calm interview turned into an explosive exchange that’s now gone viral nationwide. Thousands praised her for saying what others are too afraid to admit.

Joanna Lumley has never been one to stay silent — but her latest comments have ignited one of the most explosive national debates of the year. The beloved actress and national treasure, known for her elegance and straight-talking wit, is at the center of a growing political storm after declaring that “our small nation cannot feed millions of people” during a recent interview about migration and the pressures facing modern Britain.

The remark — delivered in Lumley’s trademark calm yet cutting tone — instantly went viral. Supporters hailed her as “bravely honest” for voicing concerns many feel politicians avoid, while critics slammed her for “crossing the line” and fueling division at a time when compassion and unity are needed most.

In her full statement, Lumley expressed sympathy for migrants fleeing hardship but warned that the UK is “reaching a breaking point” in terms of housing, food prices, and healthcare capacity. “I believe in kindness and refuge,” she said, “but there must also be realism. We are a small island — we cannot take in everyone who wishes to come. That’s not cruelty; it’s common sense.”

Her words — though measured — struck a raw nerve. Within hours, hashtags like #JoannaLumley and #MigrationDebate were trending nationwide. Some praised her for saying what others “are too afraid to admit,” with one commenter writing, “She’s not being cruel — she’s being practical. We’re all feeling the strain.” Others accused her of lacking empathy, arguing that her comments “ignore the moral duty of a wealthy nation to help those in need.”

Political figures quickly weighed in. A government spokesperson declined to comment directly on Lumley’s statement but noted that “migration pressures remain one of the most complex issues facing the country.” Meanwhile, opposition MPs criticized the reaction online, saying, “Public figures must be careful not to reduce a humanitarian crisis to a soundbite.”

For Lumley, who has spent decades championing humanitarian causes — from Gurkha veterans’ rights to global refugee relief — the backlash may come as a shock. Yet those close to her insist her words were “taken out of context” and that she remains deeply committed to helping those in need. “Joanna’s compassion has never been in doubt,” said one longtime friend. “She’s just speaking from a place of frustration — watching Britain struggle under pressures no one seems willing to address.”

The debate shows no sign of cooling. Talk shows, social media, and political panels have all seized on Lumley’s comments as a reflection of Britain’s wider divide — between empathy and exhaustion, open arms and economic reality.

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Whether you see her as courageously candid or dangerously blunt, one thing is clear: Joanna Lumley has forced Britain to confront a question that has no easy answers.

And once again, she’s proved that even in her seventies, she’s still capable of commanding a national conversation — not with glamour or nostalgia, but with words that strike straight at the heart of who we are, and what kind of country we want to be.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has been busy getting through the BBC dance competition while pregnant

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Joe Sugg made an emotional announcement on his YouTube channel (Image: YouTube / Joe Sugg)

Strictly Come Dancing professional Dianne Buswell has plenty to contend with between making it through the BBC dance competition with her celebrity partner Stefan Dennis all while pregnant with her first child – and now she and partner Joe Sugg are making huge decisions about how their child’s nursery will look.

In Joe’s latest vlog posted to YouTube, he shared the major update that they’ve felt the baby kick for the first time, gushing: “Today was the first day, this is a monumental day. Because you’re into the next week of Strictly, but this morning was the first time ever that I felt little man kick.”

Dianne shared: “Yeah, he kicked this morning!” as an overwhelmed Joe said: “He’s properly kicking all morning.”

“He’s been giving me butterflies all morning,” Dianne said, before telling fans that Joe had been singing Rainbow Connection to their little boy so he could feel the vibrations through her tummy.

But the parents-to-be have a big decision to make when it comes to their son’s nursery, as Joe struggled to choose between wallpaper patterns. One potential design featured fishing boats and whales on a cream background, while another was a Winnie the Pooh inspired 100 Acre Wood design. Another featured classic Dumbo characters on a white background.

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Dianne Buswell is competing in Strictly despite being pregnant (Image: YouTube / Joe Sugg)

He explained that their son won’t be staying in the nursery for the first six months of his life, so they have plenty of time to prepare. He told fans: “These are the three that we both like. These are the samples they give you, but it’s not much of a sample – it’s not enough to be able to see, properly, what it looks like on the wall.”

Joe said the sailboat pattern is his favourite of the three, and told fans: “The sort of off-white texture with the boats and the little ducks! As you can see, the walls have got panelling on, so do you wallpaper just inside the panels and have the walls a different colour in between?”

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“They tried tσ shut me up but I WON’T BE SILENCED!” Jσɑnnɑ Lumley’s shσcking cσnfessiσn sends shσckwɑves ɑcrσss Britɑin. Whɑt begɑn ɑs ɑ cɑlm interview turned intσ ɑn explσsive exchɑnge thɑt’s nσw gσne virɑl nɑtiσnwide. Thσusɑnds prɑised her fσr sɑying whɑt σthers ɑre tσσ ɑfrɑid tσ ɑdmit.

Jσɑnnɑ Lumley hɑs never been σne tσ stɑy silent — but her lɑtest cσmments hɑve ignited σne σf the mσst explσsive nɑtiσnɑl debɑtes σf the yeɑr. The belσved ɑctress ɑnd nɑtiσnɑl treɑsure, knσwn fσr her elegɑnce ɑnd strɑight-tɑlking wit, is ɑt the center σf ɑ grσwing pσliticɑl stσrm ɑfter declɑring thɑt “σur smɑll nɑtiσn cɑnnσt feed milliσns σf peσple” during ɑ recent interview ɑbσut migrɑtiσn ɑnd the pressures fɑcing mσdern Britɑin.

The remɑrk — delivered in Lumley’s trɑdemɑrk cɑlm yet cutting tσne — instɑntly went virɑl. Suppσrters hɑiled her ɑs “brɑvely hσnest” fσr vσicing cσncerns mɑny feel pσliticiɑns ɑvσid, while critics slɑmmed her fσr “crσssing the line” ɑnd fueling divisiσn ɑt ɑ time when cσmpɑssiσn ɑnd unity ɑre needed mσst.In her full stɑtement, Lumley expressed sympɑthy fσr migrɑnts fleeing hɑrdship but wɑrned thɑt the UK is “reɑching ɑ breɑking pσint” in terms σf hσusing, fσσd prices, ɑnd heɑlthcɑre cɑpɑcity. “I believe in kindness ɑnd refuge,” she sɑid, “but there must ɑlsσ be reɑlism. We ɑre ɑ smɑll islɑnd — we cɑnnσt tɑke in everyσne whσ wishes tσ cσme. Thɑt’s nσt cruelty; it’s cσmmσn sense.”

Her wσrds — thσugh meɑsured — struck ɑ rɑw nerve. Within hσurs, hɑshtɑgs like #JσɑnnɑLumley ɑnd #MigrɑtiσnDebɑte were trending nɑtiσnwide. Sσme prɑised her fσr sɑying whɑt σthers “ɑre tσσ ɑfrɑid tσ ɑdmit,” with σne cσmmenter writing, “She’s nσt being cruel — she’s being prɑcticɑl. We’re ɑll feeling the strɑin.” Others ɑccused her σf lɑcking empɑthy, ɑrguing thɑt her cσmments “ignσre the mσrɑl duty σf ɑ weɑlthy nɑtiσn tσ help thσse in need.”

Pσliticɑl figures quickly weighed in. A gσvernment spσkespersσn declined tσ cσmment directly σn Lumley’s stɑtement but nσted thɑt “migrɑtiσn pressures remɑin σne σf the mσst cσmplex issues fɑcing the cσuntry.” Meɑnwhile, σppσsitiσn MPs criticized the reɑctiσn σnline, sɑying, “Public figures must be cɑreful nσt tσ reduce ɑ humɑnitɑriɑn crisis tσ ɑ sσundbite.”

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Fσr Lumley, whσ hɑs spent decɑdes chɑmpiσning humɑnitɑriɑn cɑuses — frσm Gurkhɑ veterɑns’ rights tσ glσbɑl refugee relief — the bɑcklɑsh mɑy cσme ɑs ɑ shσck. Yet thσse clσse tσ her insist her wσrds were “tɑken σut σf cσntext” ɑnd thɑt she remɑins deeply cσmmitted tσ helping thσse in need. “Jσɑnnɑ’s cσmpɑssiσn hɑs never been in dσubt,” sɑid σne lσngtime friend. “She’s just speɑking frσm ɑ plɑce σf frustrɑtiσn — wɑtching Britɑin struggle under pressures nσ σne seems willing tσ ɑddress.”

The debɑte shσws nσ sign σf cσσling. Tɑlk shσws, sσciɑl mediɑ, ɑnd pσliticɑl pɑnels hɑve ɑll seized σn Lumley’s cσmments ɑs ɑ reflectiσn σf Britɑin’s wider divide — between empɑthy ɑnd exhɑustiσn, σpen ɑrms ɑnd ecσnσmic reɑlity.

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Whether yσu see her ɑs cσurɑgeσusly cɑndid σr dɑngerσusly blunt, σne thing is cleɑr: Jσɑnnɑ Lumley hɑs fσrced Britɑin tσ cσnfrσnt ɑ questiσn thɑt hɑs nσ eɑsy ɑnswers.

And σnce ɑgɑin, she’s prσved thɑt even in her seventies, she’s still cɑpɑble σf cσmmɑnding ɑ nɑtiσnɑl cσnversɑtiσn — nσt with glɑmσur σr nσstɑlgiɑ, but with wσrds thɑt strike strɑight ɑt the heɑrt σf whσ we ɑre, ɑnd whɑt kind σf cσuntry we wɑnt tσ be.

A Place in the Sun’s Jasmine Harman supported by fans as she shares ‘sad news’

A Place in the Sun fans rushed to support presenter Jasmine Harman as she took to social media to share some personal news. The 49-year-old is renowned for her role as a regular presenter on the Channel 4 show.

The TV host first joined the property programme in 2004 and has since appeared in over 200 episodes. Away from the screen, Jasmine is married to Jon Boast and the couple tied the knot in 2009. They met on set of A Place in the Sun, as Jon was the director of photography.

She regularly keeps fans updated on her life away from the camera to her 227,000 followers on Instagram. From adorable selfies with her husband, to heartwarming tributes to the late Jonnie Irwin, Jasmine’s profile is filled with different insights into her day-to-day life.

Jasmine suffered a tragic loss when her co-star Jonnie Irwin died after being diagnosed with terminal lung cancer in 2022. Jonnie died in February 2024 at the age of 50.

More recently, Jasmine took to Instagram to share a heartwarming message to her followers. She told them to “live for each and every day” after experiencing another devastating loss in her personal life.

She shared a video of herself talking to the camera. She captioned the video: “Tragically another beautiful soul has departed this earth. A reminder to live for each and every day x.”

In the powerful post, she said: “I’ve just been for a lovely swim in the sea after my class and I’m feeling very reflective today, I’m feeling very grateful because life throws things at you sometimes and we all get stressed.

“But actually, what we should be thinking is how lucky are we to have the problems that we have because most of them are small problems.

“I had some sad news yesterday, a friend of mine’s husband passed away. He’d been battling cancer for a few years. He was a young dad, you know there aren’t really words to comfort someone in that situation or to say how awful that must be.

“But it really made me put things into perspective and think to myself that we have to be grateful for everyday, for every moment. We have to cherish the time we have with the people that we love and do the things that we enjoy. So just for you, if you needed to hear that today. Sending lots of love.”

Jasmine’s followers rushed to the comments to send their love and support. One user called Mitch wrote: “Much love and although it doesn’t feel right, we get these reminders along the way of just how precious this life is.”

Laura added: “What sad news, I’m so sorry” with a red love heart emoji and Sonia said: “Sending love xx.”

Rylan Clark has confirmed that his time at This Morning is over—this time for good. After a whirlwind week of controversy, the TV star revealed that his contract with ITV has officially been terminated following the backlash to his explosive remarks on immigration.

In an emotional sign-off, Rylan, 36, told viewers on Friday: “At last, I can finally breathe easy and speak out about those disgusting truths. I have no regrets for speaking up, even if it cost me my career. Thank you, everyone…”

The announcement marks a dramatic end to his stint as stand-in host alongside Josie Gibson, who had been covering for Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard during their summer break. Josie responded on-air with: “What a week!”—but fans had no idea that it would also be Rylan’s last.

The storm began earlier in the week when Rylan clashed with viewers over his take on Reform UK leader Nigel Farage’s mass deportation plans. Speaking live on air, he questioned:

“How come if I turn up at Heathrow Airport as a British citizen and I’ve left my passport in Spain, I won’t be let in? But if I arrive on a boat from Calais, I get taken to a four-star hotel?”

Rylan insisted that he was not against immigration, adding: “This country is built on immigration—legal immigration. They pay tax, they help our country thrive. But illegal routes? That’s something we can’t ignore.”

He also highlighted what he saw as a growing injustice: “You’ve got people who have lived here all their lives struggling, while others are handed hotels, phones, even iPads. Something major has to change.”

The remarks instantly divided audiences, with critics accusing him of spreading misinformation about asylum seekers in the UK. Social media erupted, and within hours, calls were mounting for ITV to act.

On X, Rylan fought back, declaring: “You can be pro-immigration and against illegal routes. You can support trans rights and respect women. You can be straight and support gay rights. The list goes on.”

But by Friday, the damage was done. ITV confirmed behind the scenes that his role would not continue, with insiders revealing that the network and Rylan had “mutually agreed” to terminate his contract.

Fans reacted with heartbreak. One wrote: “Please keep Rylan and Josie on! They’re the best duo in years.” Another added: “I won’t be watching come next week—he was the only reason I tuned in again.”

The news came just as former host Ruth Langsford teased her own return to the iconic sofa. Speaking to The Mirror, she hinted she’d happily reunite with her “TV son” Rylan:

“I love Rylan. He’s like my son. We’ve worked together before, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat. If ITV asked, I’d be there.”

However, with Rylan’s future at ITV officially closed, fans are now left wondering: could the duo reunite on an entirely new project away from This Morning? Ruth teased that something might already be in the works.

For now, one thing is clear: Rylan Clark is stepping away from daytime TV on his own terms—louder, prouder, and with no regrets.

This Morning continues weekdays on ITV1 and ITVX—without one of its most outspoken stars.