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She continued: \u201dRichard and Judy said ‘we only look after this show, it will always belong to the viewers’. It’s been an honour to just be part of its story and I know this story has many chapters left to go.<\/p>\n
\u201cSadly, however, I now feel I have to make this decision for me and my family. I will miss you all so much.\u201d<\/p>\n
Her exit comes after a difficult year which has seen Holly have to deal with the backlash following the queue drama at the Queen\u2019s lying-in-state, Phillip Schofield\u2019s exit from the show and more recently, an alleged kidnap plot against her.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n Alison Hammond, 48, was one of the first stars to pay tribute to Holly, commenting on her statement: \u201cThis is a very sad day! Love you.”<\/p>\n Regular presenter Dermot O\u2019Leary also added: \u201cNothing but love and respect for you and yours. X\u201d<\/p>\n Josie Gibson also paid tribute: \u201cYou’ve made me laugh until my cheeks ache sharing the sofa with you. We are sending you so much love HW.\u201d<\/p>\n Craig Doyle also joined in writing: \u201cWe are so supportive of you and we love you to bits, we just wish it didn\u2019t end this way. It’s a sad day for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n Highlighting the tough time she\u2019s gone through, Carol Vorderman also left a comment which read: \u201cWishing you and your family peace and strength in what must be a very difficult time after the news of last week Holly x from my time on TM, I know that the team will miss you very much. Take care.\u201d<\/p>\n And chef Clodagh McKenna wrote: \u201cYour star will continue to shine everywhere you go. You have given us all so much love and light, in front and behind the cameras. I am so grateful for everything you have given me\u2026 I love you so much darling beautiful Holly, the sunshine of our days \u201d<\/p>\n
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