Eamonn Holmes, the veteran television presenter, is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. GB News, where Holmes co-hosts the breakfast show with Ellie Costello, confirmed that he fell ill last week and is responding well to treatment.
A spokesperson for GB News said: “Eamonn has asked for privacy as he focuses on getting better. His colleagues and everyone at GB News wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming him back to the people’s channel when he is ready to return.”
Holmes, 66, is best known for his long stint on ITV’s This Morning alongside his former wife Ruth Langsford, from whom he split in 2024 after 14 years of marriage. Angelos Frangopoulos, GB News chief executive, described Holmes as “a loved member of the GB News family”.
The channel has temporarily replaced Holmes with Alex Armstrong, who will present alongside Costello this week. Holmes has previously spoken about his longstanding health issues, including spinal surgery and a double hip replacement. He often uses a mobility scooter and suffered two falls last year, one of which occurred live on air.
Holmes is now in a relationship with counsellor Katie Alexander, 44. He was pictured using a wheelchair at an event last month.
