This Morning Cat Deeley: Angela Scanlon Steps In as Viewers Wonder Where the 49-Year-Old Presenter Is

Minutes into Tuesday's live programme Ben Shepherd announced that this morning cat deeley would be absent, welcoming Angela Scanlon as a stand-in without offering further detail on the missing presenter. The unexpected change prompted viewer speculation while the show continued with a lighter studio mood and scheduled guests.

This Morning Cat Deeley: Where the presenter was not explained on air

Ben Shepherd opened the programme by greeting viewers and introducing Angela Scanlon. He simply explained that "Cat is away, " offering no further explanation for Cat Deeley's absence. The presenter who usually fronts the show alongside Ben was not on screen as the titles rolled, and viewers quickly noticed the change.

Angela Scanlon slips into hosting role and shares family anecdotes

Angela Scanlon accepted the on-screen welcome, describing it as "lovely to be here" and joining Ben in light-hearted conversation. She joked that half-term at home had felt like "a boxing match"—a "lovely, cuddly boxing match"—while referencing her family: a four-year-old and a daughter who is "soon-to-be eight" and who "turns eight tomorrow. " Scanlon said they had celebrated with a haircut and "birthday bangs, " noting an eight-year-old gets what she wants. She also signed off a family exchange with an affectionate "Thank you. Goodbye. Love you. "

Ben Shepherd and Ben Shephard naming in coverage; recent hosting duties and pairing

Coverage of the broadcast used two spellings of Ben's name: Ben Shepherd and Ben Shephard. The programme had been hosted by Ben together with Cat Deeley as recently as Monday, and the pair normally host the show together throughout the week. In Cat's absence, Ben described Angela's presence as "a little play date, " and said that while the children were back at school they could "play here in the studio. "

Showline and guests mentioned during the episode

Angela outlined the forthcoming show segments, noting there would be guests to discuss a recent legal development and other headlines. She said: the programme would feature discussion about someone who has been released on bail after Peter Mandelson's arrest last night on suspicion of misconduct in public office, and named commentators expected to join the debate. Ben added a lighter preview, referencing the 1990s era that brought the Spice Girls, Friends and Snake while noting the era's impact on fashion.

Viewer reaction, previous cover appearances and wider context

Viewers took to social media to ask where Cat was, with messages such as "No Cat today?" and observations that a continuity announcer had not been updated about the change. Other comments praised Angela's presenting, calling her a breath of fresh air and welcoming her return. This was not Angela Scanlon's first time covering on the programme: she previously stepped in just before Christmas alongside Dermot O'Leary, who normally provides cover alongside Alison Hammond. Angela also hosts a podcast with close friend Vicky Pattison and is known for hosting other television shows.

Requests for comment and scheduling note

Representatives for Cat Deeley were contacted for comment. Viewers should note that the programme airs from 10am on weekdays; schedule details are subject to change and further updates may follow as more information becomes available.

Summary: this morning cat deeley was absent from the live broadcast minutes after it began, Angela Scanlon stepped in and shared family anecdotes while the show proceeded with scheduled guests and viewer questions about the missing presenter.