Phillip Schofield's 'Cast Away' Returns After 16 Months

Phillip Schofield is set to return to television with Channel 5's survival show, Cast Away, after a 16-month hiatus following the scandal of his affair with a much younger colleague. Despite being described as a 'broken man' by Jeremy Clarkson and facing significant public backlash, Schofield is using the show to reflect on his past and clarify his stance on his departure from ITV, stating he was forced out rather than resigning voluntarily. He has vowed never to work for ITV again, despite support from several former colleagues. Schofield's wife Stephanie and daughters Molly and Ruby have expressed concerns but remain supportive. Celebrity PR experts predict the show could be a PR disaster, potentially reigniting scandal discussions rather than aiding his redemption.