One of ITV's most familiar faces has signed off for the final time. Richard Gaisford, the long-serving Chief Correspondent for Good Morning Britain, concluded his 25-year tenure with the programme on Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
A Quarter-Century of Headlines
Gaisford first joined the ITV breakfast news team on Valentine's Day in the year 2000. Over the subsequent quarter of a century, he became a cornerstone of the broadcast, reporting from the front lines of major global events and delivering trusted journalism to millions of viewers each morning. His final broadcast fittingly fell on Christmas Eve, marking the end of an era for the programme.
Tributes from the GMB Studio
During his last appearance, colleagues Charlotte Hawkins and Ed Balls led heartfelt on-air tributes. They praised Gaisford as an "exceptional journalist", acknowledging his dedication, skill, and the significant role he played in the show's success. The moment highlighted the deep respect he commands within the industry and among his peers.
Reflecting on his remarkable run, Gaisford expressed profound gratitude. He stated that he had "the best job in television news" and took a moment to thank his "incredible colleagues" for their support and camaraderie over the decades.
Pursuing New Adventures
The veteran correspondent did not simply frame his departure as a retirement. Instead, he signalled an exciting new chapter, announcing his intention to pursue "new adventures" beyond the GMB newsroom. This suggests that while his time with the breakfast show has concluded, his career in journalism and storytelling may well continue in a different form.
His exit creates a notable vacancy on one of British television's most-watched news programmes. Replacing a correspondent with such extensive institutional knowledge and viewer trust will be a significant task for the ITV production team as they look to the future.
