Fern Britton's estranged husband Phil Vickery is seen for the first time since split

Fern Britton's estranged husband Phil Vickery has appeared on TV for the first time since he and the presenter announced they had split following 20 years of marriage The chef, 58, appeared on Friday's This Morning to present a cooking segment without his wedding ring, nine days after he and Fern confirmed their separation. Fern Britton's estranged husband Phil Vickery has appeared on TV for the first time since he and the presenter announced they had split following 20 years of marriage Phil was in high spirits as he appeared on the cooking segment with his chicken know-how, but his wedding ring was noticeably absent. The food expert had last appeared on the show on 27th January, with his wedding ring firmly on Sad: Fern and Phil announced their split on Wednesday 29th January after 20 years together The split comes just one month after the passing of Fern's father, actor Tony Britton, who died, aged 95, three days before Christmas. Still friends: The television presenter and chef announced their split last week, adding 'We will always share a great friendship and our lovely children' Fern and Phil share daughter Winnie, 18, whilst the Ready Steady Cook presenter also has twins Harry and Jack, 26, and Grace, 23, with former husband Clive Jones.