Holly Willoughby met King Charles along with Stanley Tucci (Picture: PA)
Holly Willoughby appeared to be in high spirits and brushed off any rumours of a ‘feud’ with Phillip Schofield as she beamed with King Charles.
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll be aware This Morning has been rocked with claims there has been a fallout between the Wylde Moon founder, 42, and Phil, 61.
Reports emerged last week that the Dancing On Ice presenters are ‘barely speaking’ behind the scenes of the ITV daytime show, fuelling further speculation the show could see a major shake-up.
While Phil has stressed the pair are ‘best of friends’ and the duo has continued to put on a united front presenting This Morning, Holly has yet to comment on the rumours and instead has been busying herself with other engagements.
Her latest – which saw her leave This Morning early but not before an awkward hug with Phil – was at Buckingham Palace to meet Britain’s new monarch for The Prince’s Trust Awards.
Holly had a giggle with the King and Stanley at Buckingham Palace (Picture: PA)
We wonder what the King or Stanley said to give Holly that expression (Picture: PA)
Holly, as well as the Devil Wears Prada actor, are Prince’s Trust ambassadors and presented the young change maker award to Motaz Amer at the bash.
Presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, Spice Girl Geri Horner, former Strictly Come Dancing dancer Oti Mabuse, singer Sam Ryder, musician Nile Rodgers, and magician Dynamo were among the other celebrity ambassadors who met the King at the event.
While Holly was all smiles at the annual event, which recognises young people who have succeeded against the odds, improved their chances in life and had a positive impact on their local communities, it comes after rumours she had contemplated quitting This Morning.
Fans believed the hug between Holly and Phil was awkward before she headed to the palace (Picture: ITV)
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A source claimed to The Mirror she feels ‘trapped’ because she ‘loves’ the jobs and doesn’t want to leave but believes that ‘by removing herself from the situation she could protect herself better.’
Holly and Phil have been hosting This Morning together for 14 years.
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They first fronted the popular show together in 2009 and have gone on to become one of British TV’s most loved duos.
Metro.co.uk has previously contacted Holly, Phil and ITV’s reps for comment.
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