HOLLY Willoughby will be late to This Morning today – but she has a very good reason for the delay.
The ITV host and mum-of-three is missing from the sofa as she has a prior engagement – and it’s an important one.
Why is Holly Willoughby not on This Morning?
Holly is absent from her usual position on This Morning alongside Phillip Schofield (December 1, 2022).
The presenter and her co-host will return to This Morning later, however first she will attend her son Chester’s school nativity.
Holly appeared via video link from her son’s school to explain her absence and thank her co-host and for taking the reins.
Phillip told her: “You’re doing what parents up and down the country will be doing this morning.”
Holly said it was the “perfect way to start” Christmas on December 1.
Chester has a “very important role” in the modern twist on the nativity as he plays Father Christmas.
“I’ve got a packet of tissues because I’m ready for a good cry,” said Holly.
“It’s going to be emotional.”
She then thanked her co-host and show bosses for giving her time off work.
“Thank you for letting me come here,” Holly said.
“It means the world, it really does. Thank you, thank you.”
Who is replacing Holly on This Morning?
Phillip Schofield will host the show alone this morning.
Usually when a presenter is away, another host such as Alison Hammond or Dermot O’Leary will step in.
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However, today Phillip will be solo presenting – but not for long.
When will Holly return to This Morning?
Holly is likely to return to her This Morning hosting duties later on today after watching her son’s nativity.
This Morning typically kicks off from 10am Monday to Friday.