This Morning Fans Puzzled by Cat Deeley's Unexpected Absence
This Morning viewers have been left scratching their heads this week as Cat Deeley, one of the show's main hosts, has been notably absent for three days in a row. The daytime programme on ITV has not provided any official explanation for her disappearance, leading to a wave of speculation and concern among loyal fans.
Viewer Reactions and Social Media Buzz
Online, the response has been swift and vocal, with many taking to platforms like X to express their confusion. One viewer tweeted, 'Unsure what’s going on, but whatever reason that Cat’s not on this week has clearly caught them on the hop – made all a bit weirder when you look at her Instagram and there images of her seemingly out wining and dining the last few days.' Another chimed in with a simple, 'Cat off again?' as Alison Hammond stepped in to co-host on Thursday.
Meanwhile, Ben Shephard, who has been holding down the fort, addressed the situation briefly on Tuesday, telling viewers, 'Cat’s away, so I get a little playdate with Angela [Scanlon] for a few days.' This casual remark did little to quell the growing curiosity, especially as Deeley, 49, has been active on her Instagram account, sharing posts from a snowy location that suggest she is on a pre-planned holiday.
Insider Information and Context
Despite the lack of official word, Metro understands that Cat Deeley's absence is due to pre-arranged leave. She joined This Morning as a host alongside Ben Shephard in 2024, and sources indicate she will return to the show shortly. This development comes amid a turbulent period for the programme, which recently made headlines over Alison Hammond's 'weird comment' about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest during a broadcast.
While discussing the arrest, Hammond expressed surprise that police chose to act on Andrew's 66th birthday, saying, 'Surely, they could’ve done it yesterday, the day before his birthday.' This remark sparked further discussion among viewers, adding to the show's recent controversies.
This Morning continues to air weekdays at 10am on ITV, with fans eagerly awaiting Deeley's return to the sofa.
