Phillip Schofield's father vigil

19-02-2008 13:00

Phillip Schofield has been holding a vigil by his "very ill" father's bedside.

The 'Dancing On Ice' host had been dashing from his hosting duties on the ITV ice-skating competition to be with his 72-year-old father Brian, who left London's Royal Brompton Hospital on Friday (15.02.08) after weeks of care.

While Brian was being treated for the mystery illness, father-of-two Phillip was determined to be with him as much as possible.

A hospital insider said: "It has been heart-warming to see Phillip caring for his dad. It's really an inspiration.

"One minute he'd be giving a flawless performance on 'Dancing On Ice' and 40 minutes later he'd be climbing into a put-up bed by his dad's side. It's obvious they share a deep bond."

Brian is now being cared for by his family in the Oxfordshire house he shares with his 71-year-old wife Pat.

A spokesperson for the 'This Morning' host said: "Phillip's father has been very ill. The family have been with him constantly and he is now home."

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