Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley shocked viewers with a candid revelation about his television career while live on ITV.
While presenting alongside co-host Charlotte Hawkins this Tuesday (August 27), the pair conversed with Olympic icon Max Whitlock, who has a tally of six medals from his illustrious time competing.
Contemplating Max's decision to end his gymnastics journey at just 31, Richard mused over the notion of a "hard stop". In an unexpected turn, Richard began to introspect regarding his own trajectory in broadcasting, acknowledging that he too is "slowly coming to a stop" with his current role on GMB, hinting at a gradual step back from his television duties.
The moment did not go unnoticed; eager fans took to social media to share their thoughts, with one astute viewer questioning on Twitter: "Did Richard say he's retiring in that #Olympics segment?