There was a time when Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield leaving This Morning felt unimaginable. But their grip on the ITV daytime show looks ever looser following ongoing controversy – and now a reported falling out between the once bosom buddies.
As the saying goes, no one is indispensable – here are 10 other presenters who could slip into the This Morning role very nicely.
![Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16105203/phil-holly-tension-1-400x209.jpg)
Who could replace Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield on This Morning?
Each of them is already popular and well-respected in the UK, and they have the experience and charisma to be successful anchoring a big live show.
They are also all known for their ability to connect with viewers, which is essential for a show such as This Morning.
![Alison Hammond on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16105431/alison-400x209.jpg)
Alison Hammond
She’s known for her bubbly personality and her sense of humour. She has been a regular on This Morning since 2011, and she is a favourite with viewers.
![Dermot O'Leary on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16105603/dermiot-400x209.jpg)
Dermot O’Leary
He’s hosted a variety of shows, including The X Factor and The Xtra Factor. Dermot‘s winning points are his friendly personality and ability to connect with viewers.
![Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16105735/ruth-eamonn-400x209.jpg)
Ruth Langsford & Eamonn Holmes
Ruth and Eamonn are of course a husband and wife team who presented This Morning together from 2006 to 2021. Their obvious chemistry puts viewers at ease and their married couple banter makes everyone laugh.
![Josie Gibson on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16110137/Josie-Gibson-1-400x209.jpg)
Josie Gibson
The one-time Big Brother winner who has gone on to become a popular presenter on This Morning. Her down-to-earth personality and willingness to talk about her own experiences make her very relatable for This Morning viewers.
![Craig Doyle on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16110242/Craigg-1-400x209.jpg)
Craig Doyle
Craig has made viewers feel at home when he’s guest-hosted the show, thanks to his energy, infectious smile and Irish charm.
![Rochelle Humes on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16110350/Rochelle-400x209.webp)
Rochelle Humes
The star brings style to the show whenever she appears. She’s busy juggling a busy career and three young kids, something many This Morning viewers can relate to.
![Amanda Holden on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16110458/Amanda-Holden3-1-400x209.jpg)
Amanda Holden
Amanda was of course a one-time stand-in host on This Morning but famously fell out with Phillip Schofield. As a judge on Britain’s Got Talent for many years, she is used to the pressure and chaos of live TV. Her cheeky sense of humour would bring a fun energy to the show.
![Rylan Clark on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16110653/rylan-c-1-400x209.webp)
Rylan Clark
The star is often described as an over-the-top personality but he’s also extremely funny and quick-witted, obviously intelligent and real – something viewers can connect with.
![Alan Carr on This Morning](https://cdn.entertainmentdaily.com/2023/05/16110831/alan-carr-400x209.jpg)
Alan Carr
Alan is just hilarious (and could get away with murder interviewing guests). Who wouldn’t want to knock back that tonic several days a week?
Of course, there’s no hint from ITV that Holly and Phil will be replaced on This Morning any time soon. But the network could do a lot worse than consider this lot when mapping out the future of the show.
Read more: Fears for Phillip Schofield as pals claim he’s ‘a shell of himself’ amid This Morning drama
This Morning airs on weekdays from 10am on ITV1 and ITVX.
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