Yahoo News This Morning star to make Loose Women presenting debut
This Morning star Craig Doyle will present his first episode of Loose Women for an upcoming special for International Men’s Day.
The star, who joined This Morning in 2022, will anchor the next episode of Loose Men, a spin-off from the original format, on Tuesday, November 19, as the chat show tackles the “taboos of men’s mental health”.
Joining Doyle on the panel will be his This Morning co-star Jeff Brazier, Jordan Banjo and Brian Conley, with the latter pair having already appeared on the panel in previous episodes.
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“It’s so important for us all to talk more - because the more we talk, the more we can look out for each other,” said Doyle of his new role. “People can be ‘boiling kettles’ and have all this steam building up inside, sometimes we just have to take the lid off and let it go.
“Often a conversation with friends is the way to do that, which is why shows like Loose Women and Loose Men are hugely important in encouraging open conversation and letting people know it’s okay to be vulnerable.
“Doing Loose Men for the first time is a really cool opportunity because when I go on television, it’s usually my job to ask other people questions and we don’t always give that much of ourselves away. I think it’s hugely important to show that we should all be more open.
“I’m sure the panel are going to get to know each other very quickly and hopefully get other people talking too and do some good. The perfect combination if we can give people a few laughs at the same time!”
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“I’m proud to be one of those occasional reminders for guys, that there is another option when it comes to how we cope with our challenges,” added Brazier, who is also making his debut on Loose Men.
“Since I learnt to approach my problems with honesty and humility, instead of refusing to feel anything negative, I’ve realised that sharing my vulnerability without worrying about appearing weak or unattractive helps us to cope far better.
“I actually like sharing my mistakes and flaws because I know it makes me more accessible to others that might think they’re the only ones experiencing whatever they’re going through. We’re all holding on to something difficult, which is one of the reasons why being on the Loose Men panel and having the chance to talk openly is a privilege that I’m very grateful for.”
Loose Men airs on November 19 at 12.30pm on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player.
If you've been affected by the issues raised in this story, organisations who can offer support include the NHS, Samaritans on 116 123 or Mind on 0300 123 3393. Readers in the US are encouraged to visit mentalhealth.gov.
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