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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Loose Women star admits 'I'm totally devastated and can't get over it at all' as she reveals 'dear friend' has been AXED from show
Loose Women star Nadia Sawalha has admitted that she's 'totally devastated' after revealing her 'dear friend' has been axed from the ITV show. The popular lunchtime programme, which premiered in 1999, has made headlines in recent weeks after a number of changes. Just last month it was revealed that Loose Women and Lorraine have been axed for half of the year, as ITV Daytime bosses announced huge cuts with job losses in excess of 220. This was then followed by the news that they are going to AXE a vital part of the programme - the live audience - and this means that one of her pals will be left jobless. Addressing the change on a recent episode of her podcast Coffee Moaning, alongside her husband Mark Adeley, Nadia said: 'From next year there will be no Loose Women audience. 'I am totally devastated by this fact, I can't get over it at all. 'Not only because the audience is so important for the show, but also my dear friend Lee who I work with every day.' Comedian, broadcaster and presenter Lee Peart has been part of the team after joining the programme as the warm-up act in 2017. The bio on his website states: 'Lee gigs at all the major comedy clubs across the UK, and has previously supported Jason Manford and Steff Todd on tour. 'As well as being the resident warm-up act for ITV's Loose Women, he has also warmed up audiences for some of the biggest shows on TV, including Strictly Come Dancing, Britain's Got Talent, Netflix's Dance Monsers and Love Island: Aftersun, and was the main stage warm-up for This Morning Live & Loose Women Late.' MailOnline revealed the series are scrapping their live studio audience when the programme airs with a reduced schedule of just 30 episodes next year. Bosses have got rid of the studio audience to save costs, with insiders revealing that it's an expensive feature due to being managed by an external company, who also provides security and a warmup person, but for the presenters, it's going to be a 'disaster.' It comes after ITV announced dramatic budget cuts to their daytime schedule from halving Lorraine to 30 minutes and only airing the show during school term times to cutting Loose Women's output to 30 weeks a year. And sources have told MailOnline how key talent on Loose Women are 'upset' to see the live studio audience go because it's what sets the season apart from Lorraine and Good Morning Britain amid fears viewers will 'switch off' altogether. A TV source told MailOnline: 'The panelists are really upset over the decision to axe the live studio audience from the show. 'It's what sets the series apart from the rest of ITV daytime and now there are massive fears that viewers will switch off completely. 'The only concern now is to cut costs and having a live studio audience can be expensive, with the added need for security and a warmup artist. 'Presenters already know how it feels to broadcast the show without an audience because that's what happened during the pandemic, and they all know it creates low mood and lack of atmosphere.' It comes after it was revealed on Monday after that the Loose Women has been cancelled in yet another ITV schedule shake-up. The programme usually airs Monday to Friday from 12:30pm to 1:30pm on the popular channel. Unfortunately though, Loose Women fans will have to wait until Monday 23 June 2025. At the end of Monday's episode, host Ruth Langsford, 65, said: 'That's it from us today, I'm afraid and actually it gets worse... 'We're not on all week!' She continued: 'ITV's coverage of Ascot will be on, but we will be next Monday, same time 12:30pm, until then, have a lovely week. 'Enjoy the sunshine if you have it. Bye! Instead, This Morning has been airing from 10am to 1pm this week.
Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Loose Women star 'devastated' as co-star is axed from show in brutal ITV cull
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Loose Women's Nadia Sawalha has expressed her sorrow after revealing she was "devastated" to learn that a co-star and friend had been let go from the show. This comes as part of ITV Daytime's cost-cutting measures following a budget cut by the channel, which has significantly impacted Loose Women, Lorraine and Good Morning Britain. Nadia, 60, discussed on her latest YouTube channel how these changes were affecting her and how one of her close friends was now out of work. READ MORE - Prince William's billionaire pal took haunting last photo moments before bee death READ MORE - Kim Woodburn's furious swipe at Aggie MacKenzie over 'haunting' remark after row In conversation with her husband Mark Adderley, she said: "From next year there will be no Loose Women audience. "I am totally devastated by this fact, I can't get over it at all. Not only because the audience is so important for the show, but also my dear friend Lee who I work with every day.", reports the Mirror. Comedian Lee Peart had been the warm-up act for the last eight years on Loose Women. The news follows last month's revelation that from January 2026, Good Morning Britain will be extended by 30 minutes to run from 6am to 9.30am daily. This change also sees Lorraine Kelly's show halved. It will now air from 9.30am until 10am, and only be on our screens for 30 weeks of the year - the same amount of weeks as Loose Women will now broadcast. It's believed up to a third of the 26-strong pool of Loose Women presenters could now face losing their job. A source previously stated: "Everyone is completely gutted and in shock. "We can't believe they would dismantle these brilliant shows. It's the death of daytime TV." Another chimed in saying, "There's no way all the Loose Women will be needed now there'll be far fewer episodes to fill." Despite trimming down the on-screen shows, the Loose Women team won't be short of work as their podcast, 'Loose Women: The Podcast', is set to continue. ITV's big shake-up was introduced by Kevin Lygo, managing director of ITV's media and entertainment division. He explained the reasoning behind the changes: "Daytime is a really important part of what we do, and these scheduling and production changes will enable us to continue to deliver a schedule providing viewers with the news, debate and discussion they love from the presenters they know and trust as well generating savings which will allow us to reinvest across the programme budget in other genres." He continued to highlight the strategic shift, noting "These changes also allow us to consolidate our news operations and expand our national, international and regional news output and to build upon our proud history of trusted journalism at a time when our viewers need accurate, unbiased news coverage more than ever." Lygo acknowledged the human cost of the restructuring by adding, "I recognise that our plans will have an impact on staff off screen in our Daytime production teams. "We will assist ITV Studios and ITN as they adapt to new production methods starting next year, ensuring all are supported throughout this change," he concluded. (Image: YouTube) (Image: Samuel Black Photography)
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Loose Women star 'devastated' as co-star axed from show in brutal ITV cull
Loose Women star Nadia Sawalha has shared her heartbreak as she revealed she was "devastated" to learn that a co-star and friend had been axed from the show. It comes as part of ITV Daytime's cost-cutting moves after the budgett was slashed by the channel, hitting Loose Women, Lorraine and Good Morning Britain particularly hard. Nadia, 60, opened up on her latest YouTube channel about how the changes were affecting her and how one of her close friends no longer had a job. Speaking with husband Mark Adderley, she said: "From next year there will be no Loose Women audience. 'I am totally devastated by this fact, I can't get over it at all. Not only because the audience is so important for the show, but also my dear friend Lee who I work with every day.' * This is a breaking showbiz news story. Join The Mirror 's WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News, Flipboard, AppleNews, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage.
Scottish Sun
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary pay emotional tribute to This Morning star feared dead in Air India plane crash
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN emotional tribute was paid to a This Morning star on the show today as he is feared dead in the Air India plane crash. The Air India flight crash killed at least 265 people, including those on board and locals on the ground, with This Morning star Fiongal Greenlaw, 39, one of the passengers feared dead. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary paid tribute to a This Morning star who is feared dead 4 Fiongal Greenlaw and his husband Jamie Meek are feared dead after holidaying in India and boarding the Air India flight that crashed soon after take off 4 Fiongal appeared on This Morning back in January Fiongal and his husband Jamie Meek, 45, are understood to have been onboard the flight which was due to land at London's Gatwick Airport. The aircraft went down shortly after take off, with one known survivor walking away from the crash. Fiongal and Jamie, who are known for being wellness gurus, were enjoying a holiday together in India. The pair founded wellness branded together, which had previously been promoted on This Morning. Fiongal appeared on the show earlier this year. On today's show, at the top of the episode, Dermot O'Leary and Alison Hammond paid tribute. Dermot explained that Fiongal "appeared on This Morning twice this year" adding: "We loved his energy that he brought to the studio. "Fiongal was on board the plane with his husband." Dermot then spoke about how the couple shared videos online before they boarded plane. "Our thoughts and our prayers go to their loved ones and all those affected by this terrible tragedy." Brit survivor WALKS AWAY unscathed from Air India plane crash after jumping from flaming jet He made an appearance on the ITV Daytime show back in January. During the episode, he gave hosts Ben and Cat a reading on their auras. This comes after former This Morning editor Martin Frizell shared a moving tribute. Sharing a snap of Fiongal posing with Ben and Cat from the show, Martin penned: "So so sad to hear that Fiongal Greenlaw Meek and his partner are reported to be among the passengers and crew killed today on board the Air India flight bound for Gatwick. "I remember his visit to the studio in January, he was passionate about auras and although I'm a sceptical sort his vibrancy and sheer enthusiasm won folk over." He continued: "And I know for a fact that he hoped to use his appearance on This Morning to build his Wellness brand, he had a great future ahead of him. "Thoughts are with his family and friends and those of his partner Jamie." Back in January after Fiongal appeared on the show, he took to social media to share his excitement. Sharing the post on his wellness brand's Instagram, Wellness Foundry, the caption of the post read: "So this happened ... "The biggest gig so far! "Fiongal on This Morning - it was very nerve-wracking but he was honoured to chat about one of his favourite topics to such a big audience."
The Irish Sun
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary pay emotional tribute to This Morning star feared dead in Air India plane crash
AN emotional tribute was paid to a This Morning star on the show today as he is feared dead in the Air India plane crash. Advertisement 4 Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary paid tribute to a This Morning star who is feared dead 4 Fiongal Greenlaw and his husband Jamie Meek are feared dead after holidaying in India and boarding the Air India flight that crashed soon after take off 4 Fiongal appeared on This Morning back in January Fiongal and his husband Jamie Meek, 45, are understood to have been onboard the flight which was due to land at London's Gatwick Airport. The aircraft went down shortly after take off, with one known survivor walking away from the crash. Fiongal and Jamie, who are known for being wellness gurus, were enjoying a holiday together in India. The pair founded wellness branded together, which had previously been promoted on This Morning. Advertisement Read More about This Morning Fiongal appeared on the show earlier this year. On today's show, at the top of the episode, Dermot O'Leary and Dermot explained that Fiongal "appeared on This Morning twice this year" adding: "We loved his energy that he brought to the studio. "Fiongal was on board the plane with his husband." Advertisement Most read in TV Dermot then spoke about how the couple shared videos online before they boarded plane. "Our thoughts and our prayers go to their loved ones and all those affected by this terrible tragedy." Brit survivor WALKS AWAY unscathed from Air India plane crash after jumping from flaming jet He made an appearance on the ITV Daytime show back in January. During the episode, he gave hosts Ben and Cat a reading on their auras. Advertisement This comes after former This Morning editor Martin Frizell shared a moving tribute. Sharing a snap of Fiongal posing with Ben and Cat from the show, Martin penned: "So so sad to hear that Fiongal Greenlaw Meek and his partner are reported to be among the passengers and crew killed today on board the Air India flight bound for Gatwick. "I remember his visit to the studio in January, he was passionate about auras and although I'm a sceptical sort his vibrancy and sheer enthusiasm won folk over." He continued: "And I know for a fact that he hoped to use his appearance on This Morning to build his Wellness brand, he had a great future ahead of him. Advertisement "Thoughts are with his family and friends and those of his partner Jamie." Back in January after Fiongal appeared on the show, he took to social media to share his excitement. Sharing the post on his wellness brand's Instagram, Wellness Foundry, the caption of the post read: "So this happened ... "The biggest gig so far! Advertisement "Fiongal on This Morning - it was very nerve-wracking but he was honoured to chat about one of his favourite topics to such a big audience." 4 Alison and Dermot spoke about the horror crash on This Morning today
