NEWS… BUT NOT AS YOU KNOW IT
Phillip Schofield has refused to apologise for the furore that arose around ‘queuegate’, agreeing that he believes he and Holly Willoughby were ‘unfairly targeted’.
Following the Queen’s death, people across the nation rushed to Westminster Hall to queue for hours – some overnight – so they could pay their respects as the late monarch lay in state.
While celebrities including David Beckham, Susanna Reid and Tilda Swinton were spotted joining the masses, This Morning stars Phillip and Holly sparked controversy when they didn’t join the public line, having paid a visit in a work capacity.
Phillip and Holly previously addressed the backlash they received, with the latter saying in a pre-recorded statement: ‘Like hundreds of accredited broadcasters and journalists we were given official permission to access the hall. […] We realise that it may have looked like something else, and therefore totally understand the reaction. Please know that we would never jump a queue.’