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Lottie Gibbons

ITV Good Morning Britain viewers left confused by 'painful to watch' segment

Good Morning Britain viewers were left confused by a bizarre segment at the beginning of today's show, with one viewer branding it 'painful to watch'.

Regular hosts Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid are currently enjoying their Easter break , leaving Kate Garraway and Richard Madeley to fill-in.

So far, viewers have responded well to the presenters replacements , with many taking to Twitter to compliment Richard.

One wrote: "I love when Richard is on! Breath of fresh air."

Viewers couldn't grasp this segment (ITV)

Another said: "Richard Madeley should be made permanent host. He’s very good."

But today, viewers were baffled by one part of the show where Richard tried on a bubble-wrap dress.

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The hosts were discussing ASOS customers outrage over an "overpriced bubble wrap dress" for £68 online.

The all over sequin mesh is being sold as a beach cover-up and is by the Jaded London brand.

To try out the trend, Charlotte Hawkins and Kate wrapped Richard in bubble-wrap to see if they could recreate the look.

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However, Richard wasn't convinced saying: "I think it is a little bit pervy to be honest, you wouldn't go out wearing this and just your underwear."

Charlotte and Kate bubble-wrap Richard (ITV)

Kate replied: "Well I've worn worse if I'm honest, I think we know that don't we."

But viewers didn't find the segment as funny as the hosts.

One wrote: "I can not lie about #GMB it simply is just not the same without #piersmorgan on it! Still good but not quite the same . Can’t beat a bit of #gmb whilst having breakfast."

Another said: "Painful to watch but it made me leave the room and get the washing up done, so somewhat useful."

And a third wrote: "Seriously... It wasn't even funny."

However some viewers loved it.

One said: "Can @richardm56 present every day!?!? He's so cool! X"

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