Schofield Comes Out As Gay

[TheDevil]

A bit of a surprise but at the same time not! Lovely that he feels he can be his true self.

https://www.itv.com/news/2020-02-07/phillip-schofield-announces-he-is-gay/

[TheDevil]

"You are speculating about the amazing connection with his wife"


No i'm not, he's said as much on ThisMorning. If you're not a follower of his then you're probably not that clued up on his personal life. For example did you know he does Pilates with his wife weekly?

They have a great connection. Read what he says about her in his message.

[barry1010]

Mozz, he didn't need to get married.

[barry1010]

Of course he said nice things about his wife. He wouldn't say anything else in his position. Personalities that use social media such as Twitter only reveal what they want the public to see.

[TheDevil]

"He wouldn't say anything else in his position."

That kind of proves my point Barry. They were married, he loved her and had children with her. He cares for her and he loves her, maybe not sexually but as a partner.

As you say, why in the position he is in (her husband) would there be any ill will?

[TheDevil]

"Personalities that use social media such as Twitter only reveal what they want the public to see."

People who use a public platform only use it to show what they want the public to see?

Well I wouldn't have figured that one out on my own.

[teacake44]

10.53 your speculating that I'm not clued up. Michael Barrymore said he had an amazing relationship with his wife, she left him. :0)

[Mozz71]

//he didn't need to get married//

No Barry, he didn't, but they have been married for nearly 30 years and have two kids together. There was obviously a lot of love at some point in their marriage, and taking his statement at face value, still is.

Why are you so determined to demonize the bloke?

[TheDevil]

"10.53 your speculating that I'm not clued up."

I'm actually right, because you've said this. "Quote, he had an amazing connection with his wife. Are you sure, and how come you know that and no one else does on here."

I'm sure there are manyt people on AB who are fans of ThisMorning and know that Philip has a good connection with his wife.

[ummmm]

His wife would have known a long time ago.

Fair play to him though, and his wife for standing by him.

[TheDevil]

Also Barry he posted it on Instagram not Twitter.

[teacake44]

11.04 your getting mixed up, that's what you said, that he said. We will wait and see why now he as come out with it, my guess is, ( not speculating) guess, is that his wife as had her fill of the false life she's had.

[TheDevil]

Phillip Schofield's statement in full:

"You never know what's going on in someone's seemingly perfect life, what issues they are struggling with, or the state of their 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 that I am gay.

"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 still I can't sleep and there have been some 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 that 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. Both mine and Steph's entire families have stunned me with their love, instant acceptance and support.

"Of course they are worried about Steph, but I know they will scoop us both up. My friends are the best, especially Holly, who has been so kind and wise - and who has hugged me as I sobbed on her shoulder. At ITV, I couldn't hope to work with more wonderful, supportive teams.

"Every day on This Morning, I sit in awe of those we meet who have been brave and open in confronting their truth - so now it's my turn to share mine. This will probably all come as something of a surprise and I understand, but only by facing this, by being honest, can I hope to find peace in my mind and a way forward.

"Please be kind, especially to my family."

[ludwig]

Having kept it secret for so long, I'm not sure what the point is now. I assume someone's threatened to out him or he wants to split from his wife and start a new relationship.

[teacake44]

He will get all the sympathy, his wife will get all the misery, and will have to keep quiet.

[Ellipsis]

> Having kept it secret for so long, I'm not sure what the point is now.

Assuming he wasn't being blackmailed, I guess the point is that he doesn't want to live a lie any longer. He's only 57, no time like the present to face the truth ...

[youngmafbog]

Who cares. He is what he is.

Move on.

[barry1010]

These Instagram and Twitter accounts are often handled by the personalities publicists. Being a big fan and a follower of social media accounts does not mean that you know the person, you only know the persona.

It would have been lovely if he had been his true self all his life. Gay men marrying in the dark days when homosexuality was illegal and could have a huge negative impact on a man's personal and professional life was understandable. This did not apply to Schofield - thankfully attitudes had changed before he got married.

[Mozz71]

//Having kept it secret for so long, I'm not sure what the point is now. I assume someone's threatened to out him or he wants to split from his wife and start a new relationship//

He claims that he went public to save his mental health, and with the full understanding of his family. He also says that he is not yet ready for a same sex relationship.

[Bobbisox1]

And Mozz if he was , it’s got bu$$er all to do with anyone else :0/ has it?

[TheDevil]

Barry I don't want to be mean or clash horns. You've made your point and are now drifting. Anything else on Phillip before you depart to ventures afar?