Ruth Langsford explains Loose Women omission as she teases 'powerhouse panellists' for special show
Ruth Langsford explains Loose Women omission as she teases 'powerhouse panellists' for special show
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Ruth Langsford has cleared up why an upcoming Loose Women episode won't touch on a sensitive topic. During Monday's (January 27) show, the panel excitedly discussed the unique over-70s special, which is set to be broadcast tomorrow at 12.30pm on ITV1 and ITVX. The episode features seasoned stars Janet Street-Porter, Prue Leith, Lesley Joseph, and Gloria Hunniford.
After teasing the special, Ruth pointed out that it was pre-recorded before Lesley Joseph was aware of her co-star Pauline Quirke's dementia diagnosis. "Well, as you can see there, an exciting show tomorrow. We've got powerhouse panellists. Gloria, that's going to be a great show. We just want to explain to people, though, that it's a pre-record, and it was pre-recorded obviously before Lesley Joseph knew about Pauline," Ruth explained.
Gloria concurred, noting that they would have mentioned Pauline if they were aware of her diagnosis at the time of recording. Pauline, famed for Birds of a Feather, has retired after a 50-year acting career following her dementia diagnosis, with her husband Steve Sheen confirming the sad news on January 21.
"It is with a heavy heart that I announce my wife Pauline's decision to step back from all professional and commercial duties due to her diagnosis of dementia in 2021," he stated. Steve expressed his heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has been there for Pauline, especially the staff at the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA). He finished with a request: "We kindly request privacy and understanding for Pauline and our family during this difficult period. Pauline just wants to spend time with her family, children and grandchildren," reports the Liverpool Echo.
