In a touching display of compassion, Holly Willoughby has reportedly extended an olive branch to her former This Morning co-host Eamonn Holmes following the shocking announcement of his separation from wife Ruth Langsford.
The television presenter, who recently returned to the spotlight with her new Netflix show Bear Hunt, has privately reached out to Eamonn during what insiders describe as an "incredibly difficult" period for the veteran broadcaster.
A Friendship Tested by Time
Despite their well-documented professional tensions during their time hosting This Morning together, Holly has set aside past differences to offer support to her former colleague. Sources close to the situation reveal that Holly understands all too well the pressures of being in the public eye during personal turmoil.
"Holly has been through her own challenges in recent months and knows how tough it can be," an insider shared. "She's reached out to Eamonn to let him know she's thinking of him during this painful time."
The End of an Era
Eamonn and Ruth Langsford, who married in 2010 after 13 years together, announced their separation last month in a statement that sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. The couple, both 64, were considered one of television's most enduring partnerships.
Their professional collaborations were equally significant, with the pair presenting together on This Morning for over a decade before their departure from the show in 2021.
Holly's Own Journey
Willoughby's gesture comes after her own challenging year, which included her dramatic exit from This Morning following an alleged kidnap plot. The 43-year-old presenter has since focused on family life and her new venture with Netflix.
Those close to Holly describe her outreach as genuine and characteristic of her compassionate nature, despite any past professional friction with Holmes.
As Eamonn navigates this new chapter in his life, it appears he has at least one unexpected ally in his corner, proving that sometimes compassion transcends professional rivalries.
