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Phillip Schofield’s ‘future’ on TV ‘revealed’ as he turns 63: ‘There isn’t a path for comeback’

As Philip Schofield turns 63, it's 'unlikely' that he will ever work on 'mainstream' TV again. But he could make a move to podcasts.

The nature of his exit from ITV amid the high-profile scandal and intense media scrutiny has left his reputation in a difficult place, particularly with broadcasters who are highly sensitive to public perception. Now more than ever, people who have been cancelled for similarly heinous things are thriving in their careers as right-wing grifters complaining about how you can’t say or do anything anymore. “If Phillip were to make a comeback, digital platforms, podcasting or independent productions could provide a way to rebuild his image without the presence of prime-time television.

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