This Morning's Dermot O'Leary apologised at the start of today's show.
The 49-year-old presenter fronted Monday's episode of the programme alongside Alison Hammond. It was the first show since former star, Phillip Schofield, announced his exit.
The hosts issued a tribute to Phil at the beginning of the show. Alison said: "Quite simply, we all know he's one of the best live television broadcasters this country has ever had. We, and all the team, wish him all the best for the future."
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Dermot added: "So, as a show, everyone on and offscreen at ITV and This Morning want to say a huge thank you to Phil for what he's done to make the show such a success over the last 21 years."
Alison checked whether Dermot was alright after he dropped his pen moments after the tribute as they took their seats on the iconic sofa. She added: "You're dropping everything today"
Dermot responded: "Sorry my lid has just fell. You never get that back as well if it hits the floor"
She said: "When we were doing the menu, you were squeaking the chair as well." Dermot shot back: "It was a squeaking chair. It was nothing else. I don't want you to think I was caught short in any way shape or form."
Viewers following the show on Twitter took to the comments and branded the opening as "awkward".
Benj said: "Well that was a terribly awkward opening to #ThisMorning"
Pickle posted: "Well that was awkward"
Stacey commented: "Well that was mega awkward"
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