September 3rd 2023.
It's been a turbulent year for This Morning and ITV, and the National Television Awards are only adding to the drama. It's reported that the show's staff are 'furious' after not being invited to the prestigious awards ceremony.
It's thought that ITV are only inviting on-screen talent and senior executives to the NTAs this year, due to the cost of living crisis. A source told The Sun that the show is 'slimming down' the number of attendees, adding that 'people are upset at the slimming down, as the show is such a group effort and the awards are usually a big night out for the whole team.'
There are fears that This Morning's NTA winning streak could come to an end, as the cost of living crisis is forcing budget cuts. This comes after Phillip Schofield resigned from his role as a This Morning host, earlier this year, amidst allegations of an affair with a younger male colleague.
The affair happened while Phillip was still married and before he came out as gay, and he denied any wrongdoing. An investigation is currently underway into the allegations of toxicity at ITV, with barrister Jane Mulcahy KC examining the situation and questioning staff.
It remains to be seen whether the long-running programme will take home the NTA for best daytime show for the 13th year in a row, with voting closing at midday on the day of the ceremony. The National Television Awards 2023 is set to air on Tuesday, September 5 from 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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