Former ITV Host Phillip Schofield Spotted With Male Companion After Public Scandal

Phillip Schofield, the former This Morning host, has been spotted in London appearing somewhat disheveled and relying on the support of his close friend, London nurse Joshua Luke Sharman. Schofield, who publicly came out as gay in 2020, stepped back from the spotlight after resigning from ITV in 2023 due to an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a younger colleague, which led to a very public breakdown of his marriage and his friendship with co-host Holly Willoughby. Despite the scandal, Schofield has made a TV comeback with the Channel 5 show Cast Away, though his return was met with mixed reactions. Joshua, who is well connected with celebrities, was seen closely supporting Schofield during their recent outings, sharing affectionate moments that suggest a strong friendship or companionship. Schofield's ex-wife, Stephanie Lowe, has chosen not to pursue divorce, reportedly to prevent him from falling further, and his daughter Molly has become his publicist. The once close bond between Schofield and Holly Willoughby deteriorated amid the scandal, with Schofield publicly accusing her of betrayal and Holly condemning his initial dishonesty about the affair.