Friday, 29 August 2008

Fiona Phillips quits GMTV

Presenter to leave the show after 12 years

Fiona Phillips started on GMTV as an entertainment reporter in 1993

Fiona Phillips has quit ITV breakfast news programme GMTV.

The presenter, 47, who has been a host for over 12 years, wants to spend more time with her family.

‘I love the job but I’ve got other responsibilities - the children, a home life and an elderly dad who needs me,’ she said in a statement.

'And I’ve recognised that I can’t have it all.’

Fiona, who is only halfway through her £1.5million three-year-contract, joined the show in 1993 as an entertainment reporter.

‘After all those years of getting up at 4am we can understand why she wants a change,’ said GMTV boss Peter McHugh.

‘Her honesty and openness have helped make GMTV the success it is. She is a tough act to follow.’