Ruth Langsford has announced the death of her beloved dog Maggie, aged 16, prompting an outpouring of support from her famous friends and colleagues. The former This Morning presenter, 66, who was married to broadcaster Eamonn Holmes for more than a decade, took to social media on October 14 to confirm the heartbreaking news.
A heartfelt farewell to Maggie
In her post, Ruth shared: “It is with a heavy heart that I tell you our beautiful Maggie has gone to sleep forever. She was 16 years old and sadly this was her time. Her passing was painless and peaceful and we were with her until the very end.”
She continued: “We are so thankful to have had her in our lives for 15 years… she gave us so much joy and unconditional love. We will treasure our memories forever. Rest in peace our beautiful girl.” Ruth accompanied the message with an adorable photo of Maggie cuddling a toy Champagne bottle and smiling at the camera.
Support from friends and colleagues
Ellie Costello, who works on GB News with Ruth’s ex Eamonn, penned: “Oh no Ruth, that is heartbreaking. Sending you so much love! Maggie had the best life with you.” Lisa Armstrong added: “So so sorry Ruth, I’m sending you all the love. Run free with Hurls beautiful Maggie.”
Corrie star Jude Riordan echoed: “I’m so sorry Ruth, run free Maggie and say hi to my Ruby.” Vogue Williams wrote: “Aw Ruth I’m so sorry to hear this,” while Gemma Atkinson said: “Sending lots of love Ruth. Beautiful Maggie.”
Maggie’s place in Ruth and Eamonn’s lives
Maggie was Ruth and Eamonn’s dog before they split, and the pair continued to share the pooch after their separation. They originally adopted her from Dogs Trust in 2011. Eamonn previously praised Ruth for “doing all the hard stuff” with Maggie while he was using a wheelchair, explaining: “She’s low down on the ground, so I can’t bend down or take her for walks.”
It was Eamonn’s long-term wish to have her preserved through taxidermy, but he admitted Ruth didn’t agree. He told The Sunday Times: “I’d like to keep that connection with her – albeit in a glass case – because she’s the most special creature outside of my children that has come into my life.”
