Holly Willoughby’s YouTube Together gets negative reviews

Holly Willoughby's new YouTube lifestyle series, "Together," has launched to a wave of critical disapproval and modest initial viewership, marking a challenging start to the presenter's return to broadcasting. The show, which premiered on July 28, 2026, features the former "This Morning" host in a format blending cooking, interviews, and wellness content with celebrity guests.

The debut episode, a 50-minute session cooking pasta with actor Stanley Tucci, was widely reviewed by major publications, with many critiques focusing on its length, perceived forced edginess, and unstable camerawork. One publication awarded the show a single star, comparing it unfavorably to Meghan Markle's Netflix lifestyle series, while others described it as an "empty gush fest" and criticized its "awkward small talk" and "forced swearing." Some reviewers noted the program seemed like an attempt to rebrand Willoughby away from her polished daytime television persona.

Despite the harsh critical reception, the show has garnered a positive response from a segment of fans online. Willoughby herself engaged with supportive comments on social media, thanking viewers and expressing enthusiasm for the recipe...