Eagle-eyed fans have taken to Twitter as they uncovered the moment Ruth Langford and Phillip Schofield 's on air spat happened live on air back in April.
The resurfaced clip shows the pair awkwardly clashing as Ruth, 59, throws a pen on the table in fury on Loose Women after Phillip, 57, abruptly cuts her off.
The on-screen spat happened during a chat between the two studios, in a This Morning segment live connection which briefly discussed what was happening later on Loose Women.
The uncomfortable moment was uncovered by a fan on Twitter , who shared the mysterious clip alongside a funny caption.
They wrote: "According to tomorrow's papers Ruth Langsford has lodged an official complaint against Phillip Schofield over this...
"Look at her slamming the pend down in fury," followed by several laughing face emojis.
As Ruth explained what viewers could expect to see on the daily talk show, Phil cut her off, saying: "Guys, we are going to have to jump in there and stop you I’m afraid.
"We are a bit tight for time on this end, thank you, Ruth. We will catch you guys a little bit later."
Ruth appeared to be instantly angered as she is seen throwing her pen across the desk with a massive sigh, before subtly slamming the presenter.
She quietly argued: "Well I only had about two more words to say… don’t worry."
The encounter allegedly led Ruth to file a complaint against Phillip, while others have suggested he has a strained relationship with co-star Holly Willoughby.
Phil has been at the centre of rumours about his workplace conduct for months, although ITV has continued to deny any issues between the talent.
But these have been dismissed as "malicious gossip" by the broadcaster.
ITV also refuted any unrest, saying in a full statement: "It’s deeply disappointing and unfair for Phillip to be the target of this sort of malicious gossip."
Amanda Holden hasn't been shy about making her feelings towards Phil clear after confirming in June this year that the two had been feuding for months.
this week when she was quizzed on Heart Breakfast about Ruth's reported official complaint against Schofe.
"Listen, I've drawn a line under all those issues with Phillip," Amanda said guardedly.
"Well I'm just gonna say that I really admire anyone that sticks up for themselves because it is not an easy thing to do," Amanda said.
*This Morning airs weekdays from 10.30am
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