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The presenter compared Ruth to Nurse Ratchett from One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest.
"Put it this way, I’m looking forward to a move somewhere new where they’re pleased to have me," he said of his new GB News role.
The presenter was recently accused of "ableism" by some This Morning viewers after a remark about Hancock's learning difficulty.
Last year saw Eamonn's regular Friday slot on the ITV show given to Dermot O'Leary and Alison Hammond.
"It hurts because it’s so unfair and untrue, so it’s difficult sometimes."
Some viewers applauded Phil for putting the former health secretary on the spot, while others accused him of "ableism".
"I think a lot of people respected you for that. Your bravery was amazing."
This Morning bosses had to think on their feet when Holly Willoughby called in sick, and her replacement was a huge hit with viewers.
She's famous for never holding back, but she took that to a whole new level during Monday's live show.