Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley were forced to apologise on Wednesday's edition of This Morning after a co-star arrived late to the studio. The incident occurred during a segment featuring travel expert Simon Calder, who discussed budget holidays in Albania.
When the cameras returned to the main desk, Ben, Cat, and panellist Alison Phillips were present, but Nick Ferrari was notably absent. Ben jokingly remarked, 'From Albania - he's here,' while Cat added, 'I didn't know you were going to be in the studio today Nick!'
The banter continued as Ben teased Alison about her punctuality. Nick eventually appeared and quipped, 'Try having a radio show that ends at 10am!' The light-hearted exchange came as Ben and Cat returned to the show a fortnight earlier after their summer break.
Cat later discussed the scrutiny she has faced since taking over from Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. She admitted, 'Yes! Everyone keeps checking in with me, 'Are you OK? Are you handling this all right?' I don't care. If it gets too much for me I'm going to quit.'
Ben expressed his gratitude for the role, saying, 'This really feels like a very special moment for Cat and I to be part of the next chapter of This Morning.' The pair now present the show from Monday to Thursday.
