After a man was imprisoned for at least 16 years for plotting to abduct, rape, and murder her, the former This Morning presenter has revealed her time spent in isolation.
Holly Willoughby has made a heartbreaking admission after opening up on taking a step back from our screens after a sick plot to kidnap and murder her.
The former This Morning presenter left the show in October 2023 following 14 years on our screens. At the time she announced she was doing so “for me and my family”. Sharing the news online, she wrote: “It’s been an honour to just be part of its story and I know this story has many chapters left to go. Sadly, however, I now feel I have to make this decision for me and my family. I will miss you all so much.”
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In July 2024, ex security guard Gavin Plumb was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 15 years and 85 days after being found guilty of plotting to kidnap, rape and murder the star. The court heard how the sinister plan had had a ‘life-changing’ impact on Holly, who bravely waived her right to anonymity.
In a rare interview earlier this year, Holly courageously opened up on her experience stepping back from the spotlight following the ordeal. “I wouldn’t wish what happened to me on anybody at all — sometimes things go wrong, but you have to keep going for it because that’s all you can do. You have to hold on to, ultimately, [how] all this serves its purpose. A lot of the change has been really good, you know? I’ve spent a long time not being able to take my kids to school,” she told The Sunday Times Style Magazine.
Every other parent would be like, “Christ, you absolutely dodged a bullet there,” according to the school run. However, there have been so many assemblies that I haven’t been able to attend and missed. His eldest son, Harry, is currently completing his GCSEs; this is his final year of college and A-levels.
She continued, “And I’m actually appreciative of having this time.” I believe I missed that without even realizing it. It’s really lovely to receive some of that back.
The terrifying kidnap and murder plan is laid bare in new Channel 5 documentary, The Plot To Kill Holly Willoughby, which airs today (May 1). The programme looks back on the events from 2023, when Holly was quickly replaced ahead of appearing on This Morning after learning about the vile plot.
Nicola Rice, a specialist prosecutor for the Crown Prosecution Service, quoted Nicola Rice as saying: “Gavin Plumb will remain in prison where he can no longer threaten or harm women.”
There is no denying that Gavin Plumb’s plans to kidnap, rape, and murder Holly Willoughby were fabricated, and he had the intent to persuade others to do the same.
“I hope the sentence of today sends a comfort to the victim, as well as to the victims of his previous crimes,” said the judge, “and sends a clear message that the CPS will always pursue charges of violence against women.”
Meanwhile in a statement, Holly praised the Crown Prosecution Service and those involved in convicting Plumb. She said: “As women, we should not be made to feel unsafe going about our daily lives and in our own homes. I will forever be grateful to the undercover police officer who understood the imminent threat and to the Metropolitan and Essex police forces for their swift response.
Thank you to the Crown Prosecution Service, the Honorable Mr. Justice Murray, Alison Morgan KC, the jury, and everyone involved in this case for making sure justice was served and that the defendant won’t be able to harm any more women. I’d like to applaud the bravery of his former victims who spoke up at the time. This conviction might not have been possible without their bravery.
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Source: Mirror
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