On Friday morning, millions of viewers unknowingly watched the final moments of Rylan Clark’s journey on This Morning.
Fighting back emotion, the presenter closed the show with words that now feel like a farewell no one realised was happening in real time.
“I can finally breathe and say what I feel. I don’t regret speaking up — even if it’s cost me my career. Thank you.”
Beside him, co-host Josie Gibson looked exhausted as she quietly added:
“What a week.”
Few viewers understood the weight of that moment.
It wasn’t just the end of a difficult broadcast.
It was goodbye.
The comment that changed everything
The storm had begun earlier in the week during a live discussion about Reform UK leader Nigel Farage’s proposed mass deportation plans.
Drawing on a personal comparison, Rylan challenged the policy on air — carefully drawing a distinction that would soon divide the nation.
“This country is built on immigration,” he said.
“Legal immigration. People who work, pay tax, and contribute. But illegal routes? That’s something we can’t pretend isn’t happening.”
He spoke about the frustration many feel while struggling to make ends meet — words some praised as refreshingly honest, while others condemned as simplistic and inflammatory.
Within minutes, social media erupted.
He refused to back down
Instead of retreating, Rylan addressed the backlash directly.
On X, he wrote in a post that spread like wildfire:
“You can be pro-immigration and against illegal routes.
You can support trans rights and respect women.
You can be straight and support gay rights.
The list goes on.”
Supporters hailed him as brave.
Critics accused him of muddying complex issues.
The noise grew louder by the hour.
ITV’s ‘mutual’ decision — but few believe it
By Friday afternoon, ITV confirmed that Rylan would not be continuing in his role, describing the departure as “mutual”.
To viewers watching his emotional sign-off, it didn’t feel mutual at all.
Fans poured onto social media in disbelief:
“He was the only reason I tuned in again.”
“Rylan and Josie were the best duo in years.”
“I won’t be watching next week.”
The timing was cruel.
Just as former host Ruth Langsford hinted at a possible return to the sofa, she also spoke publicly about Rylan — calling him her “TV son”.
“I adore him,” she said.
“If ITV asked me to work with him again, I’d say yes in a heartbeat.”
Not silenced — just moved on
Whether that reunion now happens remains uncertain.
What is clear is that Rylan hasn’t walked away quietly.
He leaves daytime television bruised, but unapologetic — choosing conviction over comfort, honesty over job security.
This Morning will continue on ITV1 and ITVX.
But one of its boldest, loudest voices has gone.
Not silenced.
Just moved on.
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