Phillip Schofield Returns to TV with Cast Away

Phillip Schofield is making a television comeback with the new Channel 5 series 'Cast Away', airing on September 30, after a 16-month hiatus following his exit from 'This Morning' due to a controversial relationship with a younger colleague. During the show's filming, Schofield lost approximately 6kg (13 pounds) over ten days on a desert island, which he is now working to regain through exercise. He shared his workout efforts on Instagram, emphasizing his goal to build muscle rather than regain the weight through carbs. Schofield described the series as his personal story of survival, allowing him to express his thoughts on his past actions openly. Despite receiving numerous offers from other networks since leaving ITV, he stated that 'Cast Away' was the only project he felt compelled to pursue. The series promises an unfiltered look at his experiences, with Schofield stating, 'I can say whatever I want about whatever I want.'