SH0CK: Rumours swirl that Cat Deeley may QUIT This Morning amid div0rce PRESSURE – Olivia Attwood lined up for ITV DEAL this summer.

British television was thrown into a frenzy this week as rumours exploded that Cat Deeley, long-standing presenter of This Morning, is preparing to step away from the programme – just days after announcing her divorce from comedian Patrick Kielty after 13 years of marriage.

Reports circulating on social media and backstage whispers suggest that Cat may be considering leaving the show due to “emotional pressure following the split” and her desire to spend more time with her two sons, Milo and James. However, sources close to the production have since clarified that these rumours are unfounded, and Cat remains scheduled to continue her role as normal. Still, fans remain worried about her future on the programme amid the emotional turmoil.

The divorce announcement was made on July 29 in a respectful joint statement, denying the involvement of any third party and asking for privacy. Even so, several earlier clues have resurfaced, fuelling speculation – from Patrick once describing himself as a “junior shareholder in the marriage” to Cat’s notable absence from his mother’s funeral in March.

As Cat navigates this deeply personal chapter, Olivia Attwood, known for her breakout role on Love Island 2017, has been confirmed to co-host This Morning over the summer during Cat and Ben Shephard’s scheduled six-week break. According to industry sources, if Olivia proves popular, she may be considered for a more permanent role.

Though there is no official sign of Cat stepping down, the timing of Olivia’s arrival, combined with a divided viewer response, has sparked concerns about a “soft handover” behind the scenes. Whether these fears are valid, or simply a storm of speculation, remains to be seen.