Gino D’Acampo was absent (Image: Getty)
The team opted for a low-key celebration at the upscale London pub, The Fox and Pheasant, on Monday evening. The crew congregated at the gastropub, owned by James Blunt, for an intimate gathering in a tucked-away corner of west London.
Spotted making their way to the venue for a three-course festive feast of smoked salmon, turkey, and Christmas pudding were hosts and Cat Deeley. The duo, who officially took over from Holly and Phil in February, arrived separately at the pub, bundled up in cosy wool coats.
Ben, 49, looked weary as he sported rectangular glasses and white jeans. Meanwhile, Cat, 48, seemed at ease in loose denim jeans and a silk scoop-neck top, carrying a black bag on her arm.
Alison Hammond, 49, also braved the cold in a long puffer jacket, appearing cheerful as she embraced a co-star upon arrival.
Her Friday co-host Dermot O’Leary, 51, joined the party alongside regular show guest Ashley James, who sparkled in a purple sequined gown, reports .
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The This Morning stars attended their Christmas party on Monday. (Image: Getty)
Josie Gibson, 39, was spotted with a Selfridges shopping bag in hand. Her packed itinerary was evident as she hauled a suitcase along the pavement en route to the event.
Other notable attendees included Vanessa Feltz, Alice Beer and Phil Vickery. However, Gino D’Acampo’s absence was noticeable.
Over the weekend, the Italian chef faced allegations of spanning over five years. The unidentified woman, who allegedly worked with D’Acampo between 2006 and 2011, lodged a complaint with ITV bosses last week.
The woman is believed to have chosen to come forward following a series of accusations against ‘s
This development follows reports that Gino, 48, is gradually being phased out by ITV amidst allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
Furthermore, Gino has reportedly been enrolled in a language and behavioural course by executives.
A confidant of the accuser claimed to The Sun: “She worked [with Gino] for five years. She has come forward after being spurred on by the Gregg Wallace scandal and the comment he made about his accusers being middle-class women of a certain age.”
An ITV insider responded to the allegations, stating: “We can’t really comment on anything specific as we have duty of care to any complainant that comes forward”.
Representatives for Gino D’Acampo have been approached for comment.