BBC Morning Live presenter Gethin Jones has bid an emotional farewell to one of his co-stars, assistant producer Lorna Phillips. Jones, who hosts the show alongside Helen Skelton and Kym Marsh, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt goodbye message. The post included a group photo featuring show regulars Michelle Ackerley, Janette Manrara, and Matt Allwright, expressing gratitude for the enjoyable two years working together.
In a touching message, Jones remarked that they were “losing one of the very best, for now, hopefully.” Despite the emotional farewell, an unexpected mishap occurred during Tuesday’s show, where Jones had to hurriedly exit the set, leading to a slightly embarrassing moment, as reported by the Express.
The presenter’s week wasn’t without further mishaps, with an incident during a BBC crossover on Thursday with Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt. Playfully opting to present on the roof instead of the warm studio, Jones and Ackerley had to quickly retreat due to unexpectedly cold weather, leaving their co-hosts amused by the abrupt exit.
Since 2020, Jones has been a prominent figure on BBC One’s Morning Live, where he collaborates with various co-hosts on the Manchester-based programme. Despite the occasional on-air hiccups, Jones continues to entertain viewers on the morning magazine show, which airs weekdays at 9.30 am on BBC One.
It seems that even off-air antics contribute to the show’s engaging dynamics, with Jones and his colleagues adding a touch of spontaneity and humour to the daily broadcasts. The departure of a valued member, like Phillips, serves as a reminder of the close-knit nature of the show’s team, further enhancing the camaraderie witnessed on screen. Viewers can expect more lively moments and perhaps a few surprises in the future episodes of Morning Live at its Manchester studios.