This Morning has released a statement after Holly Wolloughby and Phil Schofield were condemned for seemingly skipping ahead of the queue to see Queen Elizabeth II lying in state. Thousands have been braving the cold and 24-hour waits along the River Thames to pay their respects to the Queen following her death at 96.
Even celebrity footballer David Beckham had been spotted conversing with those waiting in line, after he joined the queue for a lengthy 12-hour wait. However, Holly and Phil had supposedly jumped the queue, prompting outrage.
But now This Morning bosses have released a statement. They said: "Hello everyone, we would like to clarify something. We asked Phillip and Holly to be part of a film for this Tuesday's programme.
