This Morning star Phillip Schofield has confirmed he’s single as he bravely came out as gay today.
The ITV star gave his first interview on the ITV daytime show today being interview by co-star and “sister” Holly Willoughby.
The emotional interview began with Holly relaying Phil’s heartfelt statement to viewers on his behalf.
Phillip, who has been married to wife Stephanie Lowe for 27 years, and fought back tears as she recalled coming out to his family, including daughters Molly and Ruby.
Phil, 57, told Holly that he hadn’t been pressured to make his private life public and stressed he is not on the look out for a boyfriend just yet.
Phillip Schofield has come out as gay
He said: “I’m doing each day at a time.
“This has always been a slow process.
“I’m not rushing out to anybody.”
With a huge smile on her face, Holly demanded Phil stat beside her “where he should be”.
The ITV star shed some tears during the emotional chat with Holly
Before today’s edition of This Morning, Phillip released a statement on Instagram which read: “You never know what’s going on in someone’s seemingly perfect life, what issues they are struggling with, or the state of their wellbeing – and so you won’t know what has been consuming me for the last few years.
“With the strength and support of my wife and my daughters, I have been coming to terms with the fact that I am gay.
“This is something that has caused many heart-breaking conversations at home.
“I have been married to Steph for nearly 27 years, and we have two beautiful grown-up daughters, Molly and Ruby.
“My family have held me so close: they have tried to cheer me up, to smother me with kindness and love, despite their own confusion. Yet I still can’t sleep and there have been some very dark moments.”
Phil told Holly that he is not on the look out for a boyfriend
He continued: “My inner conflict contrasts with an outside world that has changed so very much for the better.
Today, quite rightly, being gay is a reason to celebrate and be proud.
Yes, I am feeling pain and confusion, but that only comes from the hurt I am causing for my family.
“Steph has been incredible – I love her so very much.
“She is the kindest soul that I have ever met. My girls have been astonishing in their love, hugs and encouraging and words of comfort.
“Both mine and Steph’s entire families have stunned me with their love, instant acceptance and support.
“Of course they are worried about Steph, but I know they will scoop us both up.”
Phillip’s co-stars Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford, who were on presenting duty today, were on hand to offer their pal a hug as they took over hosting the show.
This Morning airs weekdays at 10am on ITV
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
