Stephen Mulhern could have his sights set on Phillip Schofield's job after talking about the fan reaction to him stepping in for the presenter.
The 45-year-old magician, who covered Phil's gig on Strictly Come Dancing in February, said he was "overwhelmed" by the support.
It was the first time that he was beside his pal Holly Willoughby on screen for the first time in 16 years.