has hit out against bosses after he was told he would be taking on a new role on the show. Dermot, 51, returned to our screens on Friday (June 21) to host the latest edition of the flagship daytime show. He was joined by regular co-host as they guided viewers through the show for the day.
Coming back from one ad break, Alison and Dermot were chatting to Gyles Brandreth and Sonia Sodha about the latest headlines that were making the news that day. However, before getting stuck into the nitty-gritty, Dermot had to get something off his chest. Last week, the former presenter took some much needed time away from the show, as he enjoyed a little getaway with his family.
This left to fill his spot on the show - much to the delight of co-host Alison. The show fully leaned into the girl power of the duo, with a Thelma and Louise-style opening to the show where the hosting duo drove into the studio. Alison and Josie then went on to host a phone-in where they themselves were the agony aunts for people calling in.
Clearly unhappy with missing out on seeing Alison and Josie host, Dermot admitted he was "devastated" that he did not get to have the same luxury when he hosts the show. Alison, however, was quick to indulge him in the news that he could share in last Friday's fun, as Alison and Dermot themselves would be hosting the phone-in once again. This appeared to leave a bad taste in Dermot's mouth, as he visibly looked unimpressed with the idea of giving advice.
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