Martin Frizell, husband of This Morning legend Fiona Phillips, has shared a deeply emotional update on Instagram, revealing the pain of seeing his wife’s struggle with Alzheimer’s while also marking the demolition of the iconic ITV Tower—a place that holds years of precious memories.
“There’s a big hole in the sky where our ITV Tower used to stand,” Martin shared, posting a video of the once-vibrant studio space now reduced to rubble. He reminisced about the days filled with “great people and great times” at the studio, now just a memory.
For Martin, it’s a reminder of what’s slipping away, not just in the physical space, but in his own life. He continued, “Back on the Southbank for a meeting about the new digital telly world where there are fewer people, smaller studios, but thankfully still buckets full of ideas.”
An Emotional Journey: Fiona’s Struggles with Alzheimer’s
The post comes just weeks after Martin opened up about Fiona’s battle with Alzheimer’s. “It’s wretched… not just for her but for the family as well,” he said, visibly struggling to cope with the slow loss of the woman who once was “the most dynamic, bubbly” person he knew.
As Fiona, now 65, continues to slip away due to the disease, Martin has found solace in his work, but even that can’t quell the deep sadness and guilt he feels. “I feel guilty being here,” he admitted, sharing that despite returning to broadcasting, there are still days when he is overcome by the grief of what’s happening to his wife.
Fans React to His Heartbreaking Post
Martin’s followers have been quick to share their support, with many expressing their sympathy over both the loss of the iconic studio and Fiona’s condition. “It’s sad to see no more cabs and tanks driving into the studio,” one follower commented, while another wrote, “Such a sad time for you, Martin. Sending love.”
Martin’s raw honesty about Fiona’s condition and the emotional toll of seeing the ITV Tower go down has struck a chord with many fans, and his vulnerability is inspiring those going through similar struggles to keep pushing forward.
A Battle on Two Fronts
For Martin, the challenges keep mounting—between caring for Fiona, dealing with the emotional weight of Alzheimer’s, and now witnessing the physical disappearance of a landmark filled with memories. But through it all, he remains steadfast, sharing his journey with followers as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, love and resilience shine through.
