what i dont understand is why dident kerry enlighten philip ad fern before the interview that she was on medication for bipola and that she may seem slurred in her speech etc,she must know what side effects you get from the medication and realise that fern and phillip would be concerned for her slurred speech etc,i do realise that bipola must be an awful illness to have to live with and the side effects from the medication cannot be very nice,but unless you enlighten people of this how is anybody going to know,so my advice would be before you do an interview make sure you inform people before hand,as i myself thought she was drunk ,and i think phillip and fern was genuinly concerned.

I watched Kerry K’s interview with philip and Fern and knew by her eyes and facial expressions that something was not quite right with her, then when she started to talk I was horrified, how could her husband have allowed her to go on the show in that state! She appeared totally drunk. I felt philip and fern were very sensitive and only asked what all the This Morning viewers must have been thinking and shouting at the TV. Hopefully one day she will watch that interview back and see it for what it was - a very embarrassing interview with a (recovering) drug addict!

Having just seen a more recent interview on GMTV she was equally as odd. Word of advice for Kerry to avoid any more negative press attention, make sure you are totally detoxed before appearing on tv again.

I cant believe people think phillip and fern were rude to kk, in all their interviews they have always had the utmost respect for their guests. She really needs help and after watching her on gmtv it really showed.

Appearing AGAIN????? but WHYYYYY!? What does this talentless useless person REALLY have to offer us,the general public?

l know MANY people with bi-polar disorder [being a nurse] and IF they acted like KK l would seriously think their medication wasnt workingor needed changing!

She’s clearly confusing the two conditions, alcoholism AND bi-polar, and, quite frankly MASKING up something here! PLEASE Phil, SPARE us yet another rambling “interview” with this goon!

well done Philip - you and Fern did a great job last year anyway and she is just showing what a mess she still is in. You two are great on TM.

I’ve just watched the kerry katona interview on This Morning again, and I would say without a doubt that philip was in no way at fault. His job is to ask the questions that the public would expect an interviewer to ask, if certain celebrities don’t want to talk about their lives in the public eye, and their difficulties, then they should refrain from appearing on tv when they are so obviously unfit to do so!! Philip was a gentleman, as always, and I think kerry should just get over herself and move on!!!!

Kerry obviously has issues, but she’s merely stirring all this up again because she has a new TV programme to promote. She’s either exploiting the situation to he full advantage, or someone is exploiting her to their full advantage.

She’s not the first and alas she won’t be the last. “News” such as this, is merely advertising, under a different guise.

And it’s working - look we’re all talking about it. She’s achieved what she set out to do.

Kerry, stop looking for attention! You acted a complete idiot and embarrased yourself. Your a relic of the first wave of talentless z-listers destined to blight womans magasines and forever sell your life for another minute in the back pages.

Please get a life (and keep it to yourself!)

kerry has alot of things going on in her head at the moment bless.The interview was handled very carefully ,you showed concern and compassion towards kerry as a friend you certainly were not rude or arrogant,in hindsight I think kerry will one day see that for herself.

She obviously didn’t hesitate to take her ‘fee’ for appearing on the show and making an idiot of herself, then continues making money out of the situation by keep talking about it - if I was kerry I would be ashamed and would be keeping quiet - plenty of people unfortunalty have mental health problems but don’t make pots of money doing interviews about them!
We should all ignor her and she might go away

I have just watched the video of Kerry talking about the interview, and it appears that she may have been drinking prior to this interview too, she is slurring slightly, although nothing like she was on ‘This Morning’
Phil & Fern, hold your head up!!! you treated her with respect, concern and compassion, what more could anyone ask for??

I saw the interview, she looked like she was on another planet. Don’t know what she is up to but the way she has re-acted to this is just stupid, what would she do if she had been the one doing the interview and how she would have re-acted to someone doing what she was doing. Like I always say, if you can’t stand the heat keep out of the kitchen, maybe one day she will grow up and not feel like she needs pity.

I remember that interview well as I had had to record the program and ended up watching the interview 3 times as my friends had missed it and wanted to know what all the fuss was about. I think that both Phil and Fern handled the interview professionally and fairly. They had to ask her what was wrong as it was obvious there was something wrong. At no time was Kerry accused of being drunk. My opinion of Kerry has changed, she needs to look within herself for answers not blame innocent people

If Kerry was so concerned over the way she was dealt with,which i think you & fern were amazing,why only just bring it up…it was last year! Bit of a coincedence that her new show is being advertised as well at the minute!!!!
I used to actually like kerry but shes just made a show of herself over the past few years,is anybody actually interested in her new show - thers much better things on the tele than watching somebody grasping at the last wiff of fame! Concentrate on getting yourself better Kerry!

All Kerry has to do, is what a play back of that morning. It is quite clear that both you and Fern handled a very uncomfortable situtation very respectfully. Its not your fault that she is as mad as a hatter… and yet very entertaining for all the wrong reasons!

I am sorry but this girl has had the opportunity to sober up, to come off drugs herself, yet she seems to have the cheek to blame all but herself. I watched that interview and I saw Kerry was the train wreck who didn’t sound like she had full facilties. She sounded drunk and high.

this Morning treated Kerry with the upmost respect and if Kerry cannot take the heat when she is in the wrong, she should come out of the public limelight and off our screens.

I think Kerry has major issues, it wasn’t so long ago she admitted she had a serious drink problem and that she HAD been drunk on TM, I watched the interview when it was live, she was quite clearly out of it, and I think the way Phil n Fern handled the situation was excellent, and from what I saw it was concern they showed…the girl needs help!

That girl is a liability! Hats off to you Phil for behaving so magnanimously!

She just a weirdo even if it was the medication there is no getting away from the fact that she is low life anyway and I still reckon she taking drugs and alcohol anyway. She just out for publicity. I would not have her back on This Morning as I dread to think what she will take before coming on for an interview with fern and phil she will make herself look even more ridiculous.

Good luck to you and Fern - You handled the whole situation profesionally. Sometimes we are a little too generous in dealing with people that desire publicity against all advice - bad publicity is still publicity for Kerry - and she needs to take responsibility for actions and control of her illness - or is it simply her husband needs another car!

After watching This Morning for well over 15 years I can say without a single doubt in my head that the way Phil and Fern handled the interview with Kerry (Who is she what has she done except mine and insult people)Was with great consideration and respect and for her to come out and say that she wants to come back on the show surely if she comes on it will be the perfect opportunity for her to make a fool of Phil and Fern.

I have just found the interview on you tube

I have just watched it and Philip only asks her if she is all right.

I still love you and have no doubt that u had her best interests at heart xxxxxxx

Philip,
Unfortunately there are those in life who tread lightly and move on and others who storm down routes regardless to be seen and heard. You would not be doing your job or public following justice if you didn’t interview in a frank and honest way. Having watched your technique many a time I find you up front, very honest and frank but equally caring, sensitive and aware of the after effects that can be caused when ‘nails are hit on the head’ during such interviews. The truth that all is not as it seems is hard to hear and from that comes recoil and defense!
I’m sure that at some point Kerry will be able to face her demons but denial needs to be overcome first, and as you, I wish her well and a speedy recovery.

I notice how Kerry has never come up with a Health Professional who can verify that her Bi-Polar medication causes slurred speech. I have looked up the brand of medication she says she takes and there is no mention of it being a side effect.

I suffer from depression and I understand how she could have taken things the wrong way and felt like she was being attacked but come on, Kerry! Most people are seeing through you!

Philip and Fern did the best they could in what was a horribly awkward situation and maybe now this non-personality will stop being invited onto chat shows!

I had nothing but admiration for yourself and Fern that morning, for the way you handled the situation with concern for Kerry’s wellbeing rather than exploiting it. I can think of some presenters who would have done.
It is a shame that because of the Bi-Polar and her low intelligence her paranoia would have made her think that the world was against her.
I think that the reality programme is a huge mistake as it will show more of the Kerry we saw that morning rather than the Mum we see on the Iceland ads. I hope I am wrong.
I like you wish her well and urge you to keep your head held high and continue to be the gentleman you are.

Does she not realise that at least half the UK saw that interview and none of them think the same as her? Both you and Fern were very considerate and delicate, as always.
I think it is safe to say that you have the support of the British public.

She arrived late if I recall and neither Philip or Fern would have picked up on the state she was in. I watched it from behind a cushion it was so embarrassing and had friends texting me to see if I was watching it throughout!!
She showed herself up but Philip & Fern handled a difficult & delicate interview with sensitivity & professionalism,

i watched the interview and i agree with most of people who watched it you and fearn handled it brilliantly and no mallice was involved great work ….

Though now back in Germany, I do remember the team of This Morning always being fair and friendly. May be, if ever I am a star…..”dreaming” I will be a guest, too.
Keep up the good work!

the interview was handled with care and consideration, as always. she needs to get out of the spotlight for a while and face her demons and spend time with her gorgeous children.

You showed Kerry nothing but manners and concern, she was clearly paranoid and imeediately jumped on the defensive.

Don’t feel too sorry for her - Phil & Fern were doing their job in a very professional capacity. She knows the score, she knows the rules, and so do her back up team. It must be time for a bit of publicity me thinks - is there another book, show or divorce in the making?!

You were never rude to her Phillip, I thought both you and Fern handled the whole situation very well.

I saw the interview live on TV I have to say that for a young vulnerable woman who has publicist, manager, husband to be allowed to go on in this state by them was despicable. Phillip and Fern handle it with sensitivity and dignity and were trying to perhaps guide her in way that didnt embarrass her. I believe she may have had medication but I feel it was mixed with alcohol. Her so called advisor’s should have stopped her going on she was obviously slurring before why let her go on if it was just medication then a quick ‘ohhh sorry Kerry has had some prescribed medication for her Bi Polar condition and isn’t in tip top condition’ would have been all it took. Sorry Kerry you live in the media this happens whether you like it or not and to blame others doesn’t help you to face up to your troubles

Personally I thought Fern & Phillip handled the whole situation very professionally, I’m surprised that Kerry Katona is still working in television, she blamed her condition on medication for her bipolar disorder. Can’t imagine who allowed her to appear, she needs to learn that she can only cry wolf so many times.

Once more holding the gentlemens banner up high, you have our thanks.You and Fern conducted the interview with nothing but compassion. We were all concerned about Kerrys state of health and you did your best to get the facts for us in a fair manner.

I dont believe Miss Katona actually believes what she has said, it sounds more like a publicity stunt concocted by a heartless PR team. It is just a shame she has to resort to insulting two well respected and loved members of society.

Here is hoping she can put her daemons to rest and return to her old bubbly self

If Kerry wants to blame someone she needs to look at herself and her husband. Why Mark did not do something to protect his wife I just cannot understand. As for Kerry she needs to take responsibility for her actions and not try and blame everyone else.
Kerry is famous for what exactly?
Well done Philip for dealing with this woman in such a dignified manner. You are a gent.

As a legal professional who works with those of a diminished/affected mental capacity I am not surprised by the comments she has made.

Although they are quite unkind and confrontational, she is making these comments while apparently subject to a mental health condition, therefore she cannot be held entirely responsible for what she is saying.

The mere fact that after being diagnosed with a condition and embarrassing herself on your programme she continues to be mercilessly exploited by the press.

This itself I find deplorable as all that is happening is money is being made from the misery of anothers human condition.

I thought we stopped poking fun at the weirdos years ago when the elephant man stopped being funny…..The press who exploit her so readily should be reminded of the human rights act.

The most perfect and humble reaction one could hope for Phil, very delicately handled.

Hi Philip,

just to say that Kerry’s reached an all time low I’m afraid.

We’d all agree that this situation has come to pass merely to garner a headline for her new TV show and unfortunately she’s using you as the soap box - as someone who witnessed the events at the time and via the news coverage afterward it was obvious that you and all around showed tact and I believe genuine concern.

With this form of response it clearly indicates the morals and mindset of her entourage; firstly that they showed so much respect for Kerry that they allowed her to go on national TV in that condition (whatever ‘that’ was) and secondly they then try to convince her in someway it was the fault of This Morning.

I don’t believe you need to hear comfort in our agreement that you handled the situation admirably it’s obvious to all how the matter was handled so I’m surprised at how deluded Kerry must be - this isn’t hear say, the proof is there for us all to see… herself included.

So how do you respond to such an attack? Well I admire that you’ve obviously bitten your lip as this must be a slap in the face given the situation you were put in, but then again any response placid or otherwise is publicity for Kerry so her team are doing what she wants and doing it well from their point of view.

Perhaps the response is to do nothing, and by that I mean the team at This Morning stand firm and say NO MORE… No more to Kerry!

Remove her from future shows!

At somepoint she and her entourage will want the publicity of This Morning and she’ll learn the hard way that you can’t slap with one hand and hold out the other for cash.

Sure the show will become slightly less chavvy in her abscence, but we can all go forward knowing that it’s in her best interest and it’ll be a lesson for others.

don’t take this all to heart, she’s been given a scrap of paper to read from by the same people who shoved her in front of the camera to embarass herself and rather than accept things for what they are she’s diverting from the truth and pointing fingers, which to be fair is the cry of every celebrity whose image dries up and suddenly everything that was an invasion of privacy is now open season for the highest bidder…

I have watched Phillip interview many people during the course of This Morning, and he has dealt with many situations with care, concern and kindness. In my opinion he has never been judgemental or caused anyone to think “I cant believe he has just said that,” and I cant believe he would treat Kerry Katona any different. Although I wish Kerry well and I know that bipolar is a serious condition and makes people see things in a different light, Kerry should have taken a step back and looked again at the interview and the context of the questions before using the show as a springboard to gain recognition for the condition by accusing its host of insensitivity.
If people had had a problem with Phillips interview techniques, he would have been hauled over the coals over them long ago.

I totally agree with what Andrea says. She wants the limelight and doesnt have a career, so she needs to get what she can and i guess this gives her what she needs even if Philip and Fern have always been nice to her! She needs to keep her friends, she’l find she will need Philip’s help before he ever needs hers!!

i found the interview disturbing u and fern were brill showing great concern 4 kerry but why would mark the husband let kerry do the interwiew when she was clearly not herself my view is he wanted 2 embarras her.

I agree with you Phil. I have watched it many a time on youtube and both you a Fern handled it fairly and profesionally. Not in any way that she has made out at all.

I saw the interview with Kerry and thought you and Fern came across as being genuinely concerned for her welfare, my first thought as a viewer was “oh my god she is drunk” but it became apparent it was more serious than this. Surely her husband would have noticed she was slurring and advised her not to go on air. I fel sorry for her, and I hope she sorts her issues out, there was no need to be so defensive towards this morning as you merely voiced concerns that everyone watching had !
She looked terrified everytime she looked across at her husband like she was scared of what she should say and it was really sad to watch such a bubbly young woman struggling in the interview situation but it was live TV and I think you made the best of a difficult situation .

I saw that interview that was conducted and Kerry was incoherent, slurring her words and rambling.It would have been inconceivable to ignore the state she was in and her ” people ” should not have let her on television if they didn’t want her demeanour questioned.
Why anyone wants to know about her I have no idea. She is a disgrace. She should think of her own actions before condemning others.

I felt you and the team dealt with everything in a very sympathetic and caring manner. If people claim your treatment was harsh, maybe they should see what would happen had Humphreys or Paxman been conducting the interview.

What a shame she is still living on last years press! You embarressed yourself and will remain to do so unless you drop it….get over yourself love!

You could learn some decency and humility of Philip Schofield.