Phillip Schofield and Ruth Langsford hug amid ‘feud’ rumours as he says he’s gay

Phillip Schofield was seen embracing Ruth Langsford on This Morning today after coming out as gay.

Phil had an emotional chat with ITV co-star Holly Willoughby today as he spoke about coming out.

He said he felt guilty about being gay, but also proud of himself.

Phillip also said he'd always be there for and a part of his family.

After chatting to Holly, she called Friday's This Morning presenter Ruth and husband Eamonn Holmes in.

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Phillip was seen embracing the pair as they supported him.

The show of emotion comes amid 'feud' rumours that have been circulating between Ruth and Phil in recent weeks.

Phil, who has been married for nearly 27 years, announced he was gay in a statement today.

He wrote: "You never know what’s going on in someone’s seemingly perfect life, what issues they are struggling with, or the state of their state of wellbeing – and so you won’t know what has been consuming me for the last few years.

"With the strength and support of my wife and my daughters, I have been coming to terms with the fact and I am gay.

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"This is something that has caused many heart-breaking conversations at home. I have been married to Steph for nearly 27 years, and we have two beautiful grown-up daughters, Molly and Ruby.

"My family have held me so close: they have tried to cheer me up, to smother me with kindness and love, despite their own confusion.

"Yet I can’t sleep and there have been sone very dark moments.

"My inner conflict contrasts with an outside world that has changed so very much for the better.

"Today, quite rightly, being gay is a reason to celebrate and be proud. Yes, I am feeling pain and confusion, but that comes only from the hurt they I am causing to my family.

"Steph has been incredible – I love her so very much. She is the kindest soul I have ever met. My girls have been astonishing in their love, hugs and encouraging words of comfort."

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