 'I think I would probably agree,' added co-host Susanna Reid. Although she pointed out there was a 'significant difference' between a virtual and real person. 'Is it really cheating?' she marvelled. 'Is it the same as catching your partner watching pornography?' Richard responded. Richard discussed the possibility in the opening segment (Picture: Good Morning Britain) Susanna, 52, quickly shut down that line of conversation before it progressed, arguing it was too early. Elsewhere on the show, Chris Tarrant was being interviewed to promote his new book It's Not a Real Job. In order to ensure he looked smart for the morning appearance, he purchased a new suit but there was a big problem. Although the ensemble looked pristine and well-fitted, the shop had forgotten to remove the security tag – something which he failed to notice until it was too late. The plastic attachment is desig){kind=link}
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Richard Madeley found himself pondering whether he would be okay with his wife Judy Finnigan having a romantic liaison with a robot.
The joy of morning television is you never really know what’s going to be up for discussion, and mere seconds into today’s Good Morning Britain Richard, 67, made the random admission.
‘This artificial intelligence thing, every day it brings a new story. Now we’ve got people having affairs with virtual partners, with robots,’ he began.