ITV confirmed Phillip Schofield would continue to host the British Soap Awards next month despite stepping down from his role on This Morning after 21 years.
Since the announcement, there have been fears Phillip's presence at the awards ceremony will be a distracting one and move focus away from those actors looking to be recognised for their hard work.
British soap star Debbie Arnold, who is best known for her portrayal of April Branning in EastEnders but has also starred in Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks and Doctors, was asked in a recent interview if she "didn't like idea of tainted Phillip Schofield" hosting the awards.
