ITV This Morning's Craig Doyle shares heartfelt family announcement
This Morning host Craig Doyle was supported by his co-star as he shared news about his mum on Wednesday
This Morning star Craig Doyle had the support of his colleague on Wednesday (May 28) as he shared news of his mother being in hospital.
In the latest broadcast of the popular ITV show, Craig and his co-host Rochelle Humes delivered the day's updates from Britain and across the globe.
Following a discussion with Deirdre Sanders about the upcoming phone-in topic concerning issues with in-laws, Craig seized a moment to extend his best wishes to his mother.
"We're here to help with any in-law problem," stated Deirdre, prompting Craig to jest, "Don't know what she's talking about. My in-laws are perfect, morning Dorothy."
He quickly added: "Can I say hello to my mum who's in hospital. Hello mum, how are you? Have you got the sound up? Good girl," reports Wales Online.
Rochelle chimed in warmly: "Hello mum! Hope you're good. Love her."
Filling in for usual presenters Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard, who are taking a half-term break, Craig and Rochelle took the helm of today's This Morning, following Paddy McGuinness and Alison Hammond's earlier stint this week.
At the beginning of the show, Rochelle praised Craig for successfully completing the London Marathon last month.
"You're stuck with Craig and I today, sorry about that," she said, before turning to Craig: "How are you? I've not seen you for a little while and we've got a lot to catch up on.
"Since I've last seen you, you've taken on a big challenge and absolutely nailed it... The London Marathon."
A photograph of Craig proudly displaying his medal alongside EastEnders actor Adam Woodyatt and presenter Jenni Falconer was then displayed on screen.
"Ah fantastic! [Jenni] had to have her knee up because it was sweaty day, let's just say," Craig explained.
"I haven't done one in about 20 years and I thought I was the same as I was 20 years ago, I'm definitely not. It was really, really tough, so congratulations to all of you who finished the marathon... I was slow, I enjoyed it, the crowds were unbelievable."
In other segments of today's programme, Craig and Rochelle engaged in a conversation with opera singer Lesley Garrett, who candidly discussed her secret battle with cancer.
Additionally, Race Across the World contestants Fin and Sioned made an appearance in the studio ahead of the latest episode of the popular BBC travel series, while Sharon Marshall delivered all the latest soap updates live from Emmerdale.
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