Eamonn Holmes has spoken out from his hospital bed after suffering a stroke, sharing a heartfelt message with his followers. The 66-year-old GB News presenter was hospitalised on Tuesday after falling unwell, with his team later confirming he is “recovering well”.
In an Instagram post, Holmes broke his silence on the health scare, posting a photo of his two granddaughters holding handmade “get well soon” signs. He wrote: “As my beautiful Granddaughters put it so well - I will do my best to get well SOOM. Thank you for all of your many many good wishes, they give me strength.”
Holmes’ son Declan described the stroke as a “real shock” in a separate post, adding: “Dad is doing okay given the circumstances and we're taking it one step at a time.” Holmes had been due to co-host GB News Breakfast with Ellie Costello this week, but Alex Armstrong is filling in while he recovers.
A GB News spokesperson said Holmes is “responding well to treatment” and has asked for privacy. Chief executive Angelos Frangopoulos added: “Eamonn is a loved member of the GB News family, and we’re with him every step of the way as he recovers.” Holmes recently described the past two years dealing with illness and mobility problems as “horrendous”, revealing he uses a wheelchair and requires carers throughout the day.
