ITV viewers will see the fan-favourite return to This Morning on Thursday.
This Morning fans are in for a treat as a beloved presenter is making her return following the ITV programme’s studio relocation earlier this year.
Josie Gibson, who recently provided followers with a career update, has been a fixture on the popular show since 2019, initially as one of the competition presenters.
Over time, the 40-year-old has stepped up to co-host the daytime programme alongside presenters including Craig Doyle and Dermot O’Leary.
In recent weeks, Josie has been soaking up the sun on a luxurious Thailand getaway with her loved ones. However, she’s now confirmed her return to the show this week.
The presenter posted an adorable video of herself with her son Reggie at the This Morning studio, filmed before the ITV show relocated from Television Centre at the beginning of the year, reports Wales Online.
On Wednesday evening, she wrote: “Guys, I’m still working on my Thailand travel tips for you, but just to give you the heads up, I’m on @thismorning tomorrow talking about lipedema and what I’ve done to tackle mine.
“We are at brand new premises, so it’s a brand new era, which got me reminiscing. Here’s me trying to teach Reg how to be a This Morning presenter at television studios.”
Fans were quick to respond to the announcement, with many delighted by her return to television after an extended break, particularly to discuss a condition that remains relatively unknown to many viewers.
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One person enthused: “I’ll be watching!” Another shared: “So pleased you’re talking about Lipoedema. I have just found out I have it too. I have suffered with it all my life, but just thought it was cellulite, so I am really interested to see what you have been doing to help yours.”
Another fan chimed in with: “Love that you’re using your platform/audience through This Morning to continue to raise awareness of Lipoedema for those young and old trying to get answers, support and simply people to understand more! Hopefully, the NHS will over time too.”
Lipoedema, as defined by the NHS, is an ‘abnormal build-up of fat in your legs and sometimes arms. It can be painful and affect daily life, but there are things you can do that may help.’
This week, Josie has bravely spoken out about her diagnosis with the condition last year, sharing a video of herself exercising at the gym.
Acknowledging her ongoing battle with her genetics, Josie confessed: “The fight is real as my body retains fat unlike a normal body should.
“I have not shared because I thought it looked pretty obvious anyway. I have been working out more, and here is a circuit I completed at the @anantaramaikhao gym.
“Gyms can be intimidating sometimes, but we are all there for the same reason, and I love getting stuck into my own little circuits.”
This Morning is available to watch on ITVX.