After a brief absence, Cat Deeley made a triumphant return to This Morning, leaving fans buzzing with excitement. The 49-year-old presenter had been missing for most of last week, causing viewers to wonder about her whereabouts. But on March 2, she was back in the studio, hosting alongside co-star Ben Shephard, to deliver the day’s top news.
Fans flooded social media with joy, calling her return a “breath of fresh air.” But the moment wasn’t without its own mishap. In true Cat Deeley fashion, she broke an item on set before the show even started!
“I’m back!” she said, greeting viewers with her signature smile. But Ben quickly teased, “She’s back, and guess what? She already sat on an iPad and broke it!”
Cat laughed it off, explaining, “I was putting on my shoe and thought I needed to sit down, then boom—there goes the iPad!”
Cat Deeley confessed to a major blunder as she returned to This Morning in today’s episode (March 2) – pictured with Ben Shephard
During Cat’s absence, Ben was joined by guest co-presenters including Angela Scanlon (pictured) and Alison Hammond
Fans loved her effortless charm and humor, with one commenting on social media, “Cat’s back and she’s already making us laugh!” Others couldn’t help but note her sun-kissed tan, calling it “a solid vacation glow.”
The This Morning set had been missing Cat’s energy, but she was back in full force, keeping things lighthearted while still tackling major topics of the day. From political updates to entertainment news, Cat and Ben kept viewers engaged, providing a perfect mix of fun and facts.
A Week of Uncertainty
Cat’s sudden absence raised eyebrows last week when she was MIA for four days straight. Irish presenter Angela Scanlon filled in on Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by Alison Hammond joining Ben on Thursday. Fans, worried for Cat, shared their concern on social media and speculated about the reason for her absence.
It comes after Cat was previously left blushing when one of her This Morning co-stars complimented her bottom live on air
While Ben Shephard confirmed she was “away,” Cat’s fans weren’t left completely in the dark—she regularly kept them updated on her social media during her time off, posting glimpses of her life abroad.
Fans Celebrate Her Return
On Monday, viewers were thrilled to see Cat back in her seat on the sofa. “Cat’s back!” one fan tweeted, with another jokingly adding, “She’s got a solid tan!” Others expressed their excitement over Instagram, posting messages like, “Can’t wait to see you back on TV tomorrow morning!”
Cat confirmed her return with a simple but heartfelt “Can’t wait!”—and her fans couldn’t agree more.
As always, Cat and Ben’s chemistry was undeniable as they tackled the day’s biggest headlines. Gyles Brandreth and Camilla Tominey also joined the duo to share their insights on the latest global news, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
A Quick Setback, but She’s Back
No one expected Cat’s return to go off without a hitch, and true to form, her first day back wasn’t free of challenges. But it’s exactly this lighthearted charm that keeps fans coming back for more. Whether it’s a broken iPad or a fun-filled segment with Ben, Cat Deeley proves time and time again that she’s the perfect addition to This Morning.
For those who missed it—don’t worry. Cat’s return was just the beginning of many more unforgettable moments to come!
