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    Sir Rod Stewart's wife Penny Lancaster has taken a step back from Loose Women, to focus on other family commitments.<\/p>\n

    The news comes after other now-former Loose Women stars, such as Carol McGiffin and Saira Khan, decided to exit the \u201ccut-throat\u201d daytime favourite show.<\/p>\n

    Penny\u2019s initial appearance was in 2014. She went on to maintain a regular presence on the panel until September 2022, contributing as a member of the Loose Women an impressive 105 times.<\/p>\n

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    However, the mum-of-two has been said to not be able to contribute to the show\u2019s demanding substantial time commitment, despite \u201cenjoying doing the show\u201d.<\/p>\n

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    A source toldThe Sun: \u201cShe\u2019s touring with Rod and also has family commitments both in the UK and abroad.<\/p>\n

    "She could still make a guest appearance.\u201d<\/p>\n

    An ITV spokesperson said: "Penny is a much-loved part of the award-winning Loose Women family and it is always a pleasure to have her on the show. We look forward to her joining us again soon."<\/p>\n

    While Penny is still a valued member of the team and fan of the show, Loose Women has been surrounded by controversy in recent times.<\/p>\n

    Talent agent Melanie Blake \u2013 who represented 15 of the Loose Women \u2013 criticised the show in the aftermath of the This Morning controversy.<\/p>\n

    She shared: "In my experience, it's [Loose Women] that's a cut-throat place to work and not This Morning," before revealing the only person she's stayed in contact with from the show is Saira Khan. <\/p>\n

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    Last May, outspoken Loose Women starCarol McGiffin opened up about her reasons for leaving the ITV daytime showafter announcing her official exit.<\/p>\n

    The TV star, who has appeared on the show on and off for over 20 years, reportedly fought with ITV bosses after she made comments about the Covid-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n

    Carol had reportedly engaged in a dispute with ITV bosses regarding her freedom of speech and expression.<\/p>\n

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    This issue came to light during an interview on TNT talk radio, where she disclosed that her comments about the media allegedly indoctrinating the public had caused friction.<\/p>\n

    She also accused bosses of turning the show \u201cvery, very woke\u201d.<\/p>\n

    In January, another Loose Women star left the panel, as Saira Khan announced her exit.<\/p>\n

    The 53-year-old revealed that she was giving up her seat on the showafter 2020 made her "assess her priorities" and she wants to focus on "what's really important".<\/p>\n

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