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Channel 5 sparks backlash for giving Phillip Schofield platform with new TV show

Phillip will be starring on a gruelling reality TV show...

Channel 5 is facing criticism after Phillip Schofield shared he is making his TV comeback.

The star is set for a “raw” return to our screens, but some viewers aren’t impressed…

Phillip famously left This Morning last year after admitting to having an “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger colleague.

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After several months laying low, Phillip’s return has been confirmed…

Phillip Schofield sat on an island for new Channel 5 show
Phillip Schofield will be starring on Channel 5 (Credit: Channel 5)

Channel 5 slammed for Phillip Schofield comeback

In an announcement shared on Instagram on Wednesday morning (September 25), Phil shared a snap of himself on a beach – looking pretty worse for wear.

He penned in the caption: “Now you know how I spent my summer! Alone for 10 days, no food, no water, no crew. My story of survival, both on a desert island and off it.

“Cast Away starts Monday on @channel5_tv & My5 at 9pm.”

Consequently, viewers are reacting on social media and lets just say they aren’t pleased…

Phillip Schofield smiling
The star has been keeping a low profile for months (Credit: SplashNews.com)

One fumed: “No-one with a moral compass will give Phillip Schofield

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Phillip Schofield sat on a beach in Channel 5 show Cast Away

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Emily Towers
TV & Showbiz Writer
Emily loves to write about the latest trending news, whether it�s reality TV chaos or royal drama. She also has a passion for translating editorial content into share-worthy social media posts.