Phillip Schofield, the former ITV star, was spotted at a London pub on Sunday, marking one of his few public appearances since his resignation from This Morning earlier this year following an affair scandal. The 61-year-old enjoyed a Bloody Mary cocktail and a burger at The Weir Bar in Brentford, as he navigates life post-resignation amidst growing uncertainty about his future career prospects.
Schofield’s resignation from the broadcaster came in the wake of his admission to an “unwise but not illegal” affair with a younger male colleague. The revelation was followed by a dramatic departure from This Morning, where he had co-hosted the show for many years. Since then, the former ITV personality has chosen to spend much of his time in Newquay, Cornwall, with his mother.
While Schofield’s public outing suggests a step toward normalcy, friends close to him have reported that he has been grappling with feelings of despondency and uncertainty about his career prospects. Some have even claimed that Schofield believes his working life is now “over,” expressing concerns about how he will find employment again in the entertainment industry.
One insider commented, “Phillip has been very, very down recently. He doesn’t know how he is going to work again. He is pretty sure that he is done. He keeps saying he will never work again. It’s devastating for him to realize, but he also knows that there is not a lot he can do about it.”
Schofield’s recent outing comes amidst a larger narrative about his withdrawal from public life, expressing fears of encountering verbal abuse or being spat on when stepping outside. These concerns have contributed to his reluctance to leave his home, even as he spends time in Cornwall.
There were rumours earlier in the summer that Schofield might find a career revival with TalkTV, but his lawyers quickly dismissed these claims. The uncertainty surrounding his future has led those close to him to encourage Schofield to explore a fulfilling life away from show business.
Schofield’s affair admission marked a significant chapter in his life, revealing a secret tryst that he had kept hidden for years. His subsequent departure from This Morning and his statement addressing his sexuality and fears of public encounters have kept him in the media spotlight.
As Schofield navigates this challenging period, he serves as a reminder that even public figures must grapple with the consequences of their actions and face the uncertainty of what lies ahead.
