This Morning viewers have heaped praise on “professional and dedicated” Siân Welby as she became bookmakers’ favorite to host the show permanently.
The 37-year-old Capital Breakfast presenter made her debut on the ITV show this week as the broadcaster continues to search for a replacement for Holly Willoughby.
So far, Siân has impressed fans, with many calling for her to host the show permanently.
Bookmakers have set the odds for the next host, with Coral now putting presenter odds at 1/2 to become Holly's replacement.
Coral's John Hill said: “Siân Welby has taken to The Morning's sofa like a duck to water.” “We're now giving her the chance to get the job permanently.”
This Morning viewers have heaped praise on “professional and dedicated” Siân Welby as she became bookmakers’ favorite to host the show permanently
Fans at home shared their thoughts on Twitter/X, with one person writing: “Good to see Siân on #thismorning. Very professional and committed.”
“I've only watched for a short time and I'm already thinking they should sign her as a permanent position!” another added.
A third commented: “I really like the mix of Siân and Dermot. They work well together.” “Well done Sian, it must be nerve-wracking hosting such a big morning show, she's doing great.”
Another shared: “I like Sian on #ThisMorning – very natural and professional. “A great start to a very nerve-wracking situation!”
“Come on #ThisMorning sign up for Sian.” “We've found what we're looking for now,” said one fan.
ITV bosses are said to have been impressed with Sian after several appearances on the show and paired her with Dermot as Monday to Thursday presenter.
Sources at the broadcaster say Sian is a “rising star” and wants to give her the chance to shine if she can host the daytime show.
One told Web: “Sian has many years of experience as a presenter and is considered a star of the future.”
Fans at home shared their thoughts on Twitter/X, with one person writing: “Good to see Siân on #thismorning. Very professional and committed.”
They continued: “She's already done really well on This Morning so bosses thought it was time to hand her the reins for the whole show rather than just individual parts.”
“Viewers love a new, fresh face on the show, so everyone involved is really excited.”
Sian presents Capital Breakfast alongside Roman Kemp and is also a regular reporter for This Morning.
Alison Hammond and Dermot will continue to host their Friday slot as usual.