Jeremy Kyle show CANCELLED permanently as ITV bosses ditch show after guest's 'suicide'

The Jeremy Kyle Show has been permanently cancelled by ITV.

The show came under fierce criticism after the shock death of one of the programme's guests.

ITV initially put the series on hold after Steve Dymond, 63, who is thought to have killed himself after appearing on the show.

Steve Dymond is thought to have killed himself after appearing on the Jeremy Kyle Show (Steve Dymond Facebook)

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In a statement, ITV chief executive Carolyn McCall said: "Given the gravity of recent events we have decided to end production of The Jeremy Kyle Show.

"The Jeremy Kyle Show has had a loyal audience and has been made by a dedicated production team for 14 years, but now is the right time for the show to end.

"Everyone at ITV's thoughts and sympathies are with the family and friends of Steve Dymond."

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The broadcaster said that it will continue to work with Kyle on other projects."

The Prime Minister's official spokesman had a say on the show yesterday.

They said: “This is a deeply concerning case. Boadcasters have a responsibility for the mental health and wellbeing of participants and viewers.”