2024 was filled with so many controversial TV moments that ED! has been left with no choice but to remind everyone.
From Phillip Schofield’s unexpected return to television to Jermaine Jenas being sacked and Graziano Di Prima’s axing from Strictly Come Dancing, here are the most shocking moments from the past 12 months.
Controversial TV Moments: Phillip Schofield Cast Away
2023 was a rough year for former TV presenter Phillip Schofield, to say the least. Following months of speculation, the 62-year-old admitted that he had been lying to everyone at ITV and his family about his affair with a much younger employee.
While he confessed the relationship was “unwise,” Phillip clarified that it wasn’t “illegal”. The revelation was made just days after he had suddenly quit working for ITV, causing a huge media frenzy.
Phillip continued to receive backlash in the forthcoming months and kept a low profile from showbiz, until September this year.
Announcing his unexpected return to TV, Phillip starred in his own Channel 5 show, Cast Away, which saw him confront his personal challenges on a remote island for 10 days.
Despite not being afraid to be vulnerable on the show, Cast Away was still met with a mixed response. The Guardian gave the show two stars out of five, claiming he came across as “incredibly bitter”.
The Evening Standard gave the show the same rating, insisting it’s best to avoid watching it.
Stephen Mulhern replaces Phillip Schofield on Dancing On Ice
After Phillip walked away from ITV, many questioned who would be his replacement for Dancing On Ice in the new year.
Following months of speculation, it was eventually revealed to be Stephen Mulhern.
With a new dynamic to the show, viewers admitted they preferred watching Stephen with co-host Holly Willoughby to Phillip.
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