This Morning presenter, Phillip Schofield, has revealed that he’s gay.
The 57-year-old, who’s been married to his wife for 27 years made the announcement on Instagram today:
“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.”
Born in Oldham and raised in Newquay, Schofield made his first appearance on British television as a continuity presenter for Children’s BBC – best known as the “broom cupboard.” He went on to host Going Live! and has been on This Morning since 2002.
“Every day on This Morning, I sit in awe of those we meet who have been brave and open in confronting their truth – so now it’s my turn to share mine. This will probably all come as something of a surprise and I understand, but only by facing this, by being honest, can I hope to find peace in my mind and a way forward,” he wrote.
He added that his wife and family have been “incredible” and have “stunned me with their love, instant acceptance and support.”
