Eamonn Holmes’ verdict on Ruth Langsford split as she returns to work on Loose Women

Ruth Langsford will return to ITV’s Loose Women on Monday for the first time since announcing her split from Eamonn Holmes, who she was married to for 14 years

Eamonn Holmes has made some heartbreaking comments about his shock split with Ruth Langsford.

Eamonn Holmes has made some heartwrenching comments about his shock split with Ruth Langsford.

The former This Morning couple, both 64, sent shockwaves through the showbiz world when they announced they had called time on their 14 year marriage and were heading for divorce in May.

Ruth will return to Loose Women for the first time today since announcing their breakup where she’s set to lift the lid on her relationship with the dad-of-four.

However, Eamonn, who shares son, Jack, 22, with the presenter, has been speaking about their separation over the last two months, leaving some fans concerned by his comments.

So, as we wait to hear what Ruth has to say on Loose Women later, here’s Eamonn’s take on the once golden couple of telly’s shock split…

Ruth Langsford will return to ITV’s Loose Women on Monday for the first time since announcing her split from Eamonn Holmes ( 
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Eamonn opened up for the first time about the effects of his divorce from Ruth at the TRIC Awards ( 
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Thanks fans for their support

Eamonn addressed his split with Ruth on the Monday after news of their divorce was revealed on the last weekend in May. Hosting the GB News breakfast show with Isabel Webster, the star, still wearing his wedding ring, said: “Before we move on, I would just like to thank people for their support for Ruth and I over the past few days. Your support, from both of us, is very much appreciated.”

Following his announcement, Eamonn’s legion of loyal fans flocked to Twitter, telling the dad-of-four how saddened they were by the news, with many saying they thought the former couple had an ‘unbreakable bond’.

‘Blindsided’ by split

Despite being back at work the day after the breakup was announced, Eamonn was reportedly left “blindsided” and “furious” by his estranged wife’s announcement of their split back in May. As the television presenter thanked his fans for their support on GB News following the revelation they had separated after 27 years, friends of the star said he was “angry and baffled” at her Ruth’s decision to share the news.

A friend of Eamonn’s told the Mail: “Eamonn was left blindsided, it was awful for him. He literally found out about it a very short time before it was published – you’re talking hours.”

‘Not ok’

Eamonn opened up for the first time about the effects of his divorce from Ruth at the TRIC Awards in June, telling the Mirror: “I’m not OK. This is not a good time at all.”

The star spoke to us at the awards, where he was nominated in the Best News Presenter category, as well as Best News Broadcast. It was the first time solo for Eamonn at the star-studded event, with Ruth giving the bash a notably wide berth.

Living on ‘borrowed time’

Struggling with chronic back pain, which saw him require a high-tech wheelchair at the ceremony, Eamonn also admitted feeling as if he is on “borrowed time”, as his father died at the age of 65 from a fatal heart attack in 1991.

The presenter has battled multiple heath issues over the past few years, before his split with Ruth was announced. Speaking to the Mirror, he admitted he had considered pulling out of attending as he had been in so much pain. However, his new high tech equipment allowed him to be more comfortable. Admitting he was in two minds about attending the event, he said: “I wasn’t going to come, but I’ve got this new chair with all these gadgets.”

Hopes they can still be friends

Veteran TV host Eamonn, is reportedly leaning on several female friends in the wake of his split from Ruth. The Northern Irishman said he hoped to remain on good terms with his soon-to-be ex-spouse, despite the Loose Women star staying silent, up until now, about their relationship.

According to Best magazine, when asked about Ruth, Eamonn responded, “It’s too early to say, but I hope we can still be friends.” Reflecting on the end of the couple’s 14-year marriage, the star also spoke about his future with his estranged wife at the TRIC Awards, repeating: “It’s too early to say, but I hope we can still be friends.”