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Daily Mail
7 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Eamonn Holmes, 65, issues heartbreaking update just days after falling off his chair live on air amid ongoing health issues
Eamonn Holmes has shared a heartbreaking update just days after he suffered an on-air tumble, amid the star's ongoing health issues. The broadcaster, 65, sparked concern last week when he fell off his chair live on air, shocking his GB News co-stars. And just a few weeks before the fall, Eamonn was rushed to hospital after collapsing at home. The star has been open about his ongoing health problems, which have left him using a wheelchair. And in a candid post on Thursday, Eamonn took to social media to share an old photo of himself broadcasting which he captioned: 'Great picture popped up from 3 years but it's made me sad - I could walk. Got to redouble my efforts.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Last week, Eamonn fell off his chair live on air, concerning viewers. As the camera focused on commentator Charlie Rowley at 6:15am, a crash could be heard off screen and the broadcaster's co-host Ellie Costello exclaimed 'oh my gosh.' Eamonn was then heard saying: 'I'm fine, fine, fine, carry on, carry on.' A stunned Charlie tried to continue but the early morning news programme cut to adverts seconds later. After an extended six minute break, Eamonn returned to screens, joking: 'I'm still alive' as he blamed the 'wonky' wheels on his chair. 'They're very wonky wheels on chairs we've got here, as a matter of fact we don't really like the chairs here,' he said to his co-host Ellie Costello. 'It was a shock for me because I had a fall two weeks ago in my bathroom that hospitalised me and that hit me right in the back.' 'And that hit me again right in the back. Really really sore, really sore' As the camera focused on commentator Charlie Rowley at 6:15am, a crash could be heard off screen and the broadcaster's co-host Ellie Costello exclaimed 'oh my gosh' Eamonn was rushed to hospital earlier this month after taking a fall at home. Alongside a picture taken in the ambulance he explained on Instagram: 'An unexpected journey this morning... bit of a fall on the bathroom floor. Gosh it hurts. Thank you Ambulance crew.' A couple of hours later, he shared a picture of himself from his hospital bed, writing: 'Not how I wanted to be spending The Holiday weekend …… but life's not easy these days . Thanks to everybody who is looking after me.' Eamonn has been plagued with health woes following surgery on his back in 2022 and has been relying on the aid of a walking frame or wheelchair since and later shared a photo from his bed and writing: 'Life's not easy these days.' In March this year, he revealed his problems are ongoing, admitting on Instagram: 'Even when The Sun shines there's pain. Sometimes I feel I'll never beat this disc immobility but I'm determined to have a life... 'So pray for me, help me or get out of the way Social Media haters.' In 2016, Eamonn underwent a double-hip replacement operation after living with acute pain for many years. Speaking about his operation at the time, Eamonn said: 'Was I nervous? No! It was just like being on television. In the build-up I was stressed — can I do this? Will I handle it? 'And it was a bit odd the night before when people started paying me tributes: 'Eamonn, you were brilliant and I'll always remember when you did this and that.' It was like dying but not dying.' He faced a completely different health ordeal two years later, as he was struck down by shingles which threatened to derail his son Declan's wedding day. In 2021, Eamonn's chronic back pain had begun and it seemingly came completely of the blue. The pain become so severe that it left Eamonn reliant on a walking stick, but he soon found out the root cause. He eventually discovered it was three slipped discs that affected the movement of his right leg. In December 2021, Eamonn told The Sun how his struggles with his 'trapped sciatic nerve' had an impact on his family who had to help him with everyday tasks. He admitted: 'It's been a difficult year. For months now I haven't been able to walk, sometimes at all, and it has really taken its toll on everyone around me too... 'I can't bend down to pick things up so [his ex-wife] Ruth [Langsford] ends up having to wait on me, and I know my sons particularly are a bit embarrassed by the way I move around.' In September 2022, Eamonn was forced to step away from his GB news show as he underwent vital back surgery to aid his chronic back pain. His battle with chronic back pain started after a dislocated pelvis led to three slipped discs. Following his surgery, he revealed that despite physiotherapy, he continues to find his lack of mobility stops him from doing simple things and is forced to rely on others, which he described as 'soul destroying'. He wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: 'Worked hard at my physio this morning, very tiring but I've now sat on my backside for 5 hours and feel bad about doing nothing. 'Lack of mobility & depending on others stops me doing really simple things. For peace of mind I feel another round of foot exercises coming on.' His spinal surgery left him with a weakened left leg, too, and just over two weeks into his recovery from the operation, Eamonn fell backwards down 18 stairs at the Weybridge home, hitting the stone floor at the bottom. The horrific accident could easily have killed him. Instead, he emerged with a broken shoulder, and his legs further weakened. The former This Morning host admitted at the time that fracturing his shoulder in a fall was a 'massive setback'. Eamonn told GB News of fracturing his shoulder during the fall: 'It was a massive setback and means I'm going to need to take some extra time off to get myself better. 'It's been a hellish few weeks. But day by day I'm improving and I am remaining positive and trying to look on the bright side.' A year after his spinal surgery, Eamonn underwent a spine and neck stretching procedure in September 2023 after admitting he 'couldn't walk'. Eamonn admitted he 'hadn't recovered' from his back surgery, confessing: 'I can't run, I can't walk, I can't do anything except watch TV and eat.' He explained: 'I just got problems last year in my back, which I haven't recovered from. It's not good, it's not a good recipe I have to say.' Eamonn discussed his use of a wheelchair back in December while mentioning a Christmas travel warning on his Breakfast show. With the trains being pushed as an alternative for those trying to make their way home over the festive period, Eamonn made a sad admission. He said: 'The train definitely could be a dream, but I'm now sort of wheelchair laden... you rely on a lot of people to get you on and off. It's very, very difficult doing that. 'I just threw that in... it's not a concern to anybody, but there we go. Sympathising with his situation, his co-host Isabel Webster acknowledged: 'Well, it's a consideration for lots people in the same position as you, Eamonn.' Eamonn meanwhile has also been dealing with the collapse of his marriage to ex-wife Ruth Langsford, which reportedly ended after she made the 'shock' discovery that he was 'sharing intimate chats with another woman'. The former This Morning star couple shocked fans in May last year when it was revealed that they had split after 14 years of marriage and were headed for divorce. Eamonn has since moved on with new girlfriend Katie Alexander, 43, while Ruth is enjoying the single life, with the star recently enjoying a girls' getaway for her birthday. The Loose Women star also reportedly found messages on his laptop, with The Sun reporting that the discovery was a 'real kick in the teeth'. The publication said: 'Eamonn thought he was in the house alone while he was chatting on the phone. But Ruth could hear him from elsewhere in the house and was totally horrified. She confronted Eamonn. It was quite a shock - for both of them. 'Eamonn had no idea Ruth was in the house at the time. It was a huge blow to Ruth, particularly as she had been devoted to caring for Eamonn during his physical health issues. To discover he was sharing intimate chats with another woman was a real kick in the teeth for Ruth.' A source reported to The Sun that the row over the phone call occurred in April in the pair's Surrey home, however, just weeks later Ruth was said to have found messages on his laptop. The discovery was said to have triggered their split announcement, with the heartbreaking discovery said to have been 'the straw that broke the camel's back'. The insider added: 'After the phone call row the marriage limped on for a few weeks until Ruth found the laptop messages. It was another awful experience for her and the straw that broke the camel's back as far as the marriage was concerned.' A joint statement issued by the pair announcing their split simply read: 'Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes have confirmed their marriage is over and they are in the process of divorcing.'
The Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Eamonn Holmes' ‘replacement revealed' as TV bosses make plans for breakfast show host after star's nasty fall on-air
EAMONN Holmes' TV replacement has been 'revealed' as bosses at GB News make plans for the future of their breakfast show following his alarming fall on-air. Executives have reportedly been considering Good Morning Britain anchor Richard Madeley, 69, as a potential stand-in, after a string of on-set incidents raised fresh concerns about Eamonn's health. 4 Presenter Eamonn, 65, who uses a wheelchair due to chronic back problems, was heard crashing to the floor live on air yesterday during an interview with political commentator Charlie Rowley. Although the moment wasn't shown on screen, viewers heard a loud thud and co-host Ellie Costello gasping: 'Oh my gosh!' Eamonn could be heard off-camera insisting: 'I'm fine, fine, fine — carry on,' but the show swiftly cut to an ad break. When it returned six minutes later, Eamonn was back in his seat, joking: 'I'm still alive,' and blaming the fall on the dodgy studio chairs. But behind the scenes, it's believed there's far less laughter. According to the Daily Mail, it actually took the crew several minutes to get Eamonn upright again - and it's not the first time this has happened. A source said: "He fell a few weeks ago too, just not during the broadcast. "There's a pattern here, and everyone's concerned. Eamonn's still sharp as a tack and a joy to watch, but it's a serious production challenge now.' Producers are said to be drawing up contingency plans, with Richard Madeley's name 'frequently mentioned' in talks. They added: 'Nothing's confirmed, but they'd need someone with gravitas and live-TV experience if Eamonn needs to step back.' Emotional moment Eamonn Holmes fights back tears on his podcast The incident comes just weeks after Eamonn was rushed to hospital following a fall at home, and days after he disappeared from the final 40 minutes of last Tuesday's show with no explanation. Viewers continue to rally around the broadcaster, who's long been open about his health battles. He's previously spoken about his double hip replacement, spinal surgery, and a lack of feeling in his lower body. Last year, he admitted he can no longer walk or manage daily tasks without support. A friend told the publication: 'He's in constant pain. It's hard to watch. He loves his job, but something seems to happen every week. The team are doing their best, but it's becoming more difficult to manage.' Speaking candidly at the end of yesterday's show, Eamonn told viewers: 'The chair gave way and I was lying flat on my back with my head hanging off the set. "The first hour or so I was OK because the adrenaline kicked in, but then as the morning went on I felt the aches and pains. "The worst thing is that two weeks ago I was hospitalised for a similar fall in the same area, back of my neck, head and shoulders and that's all come back." He added: "We're going to have to replace the chairs because I'm not the only one to have fallen." Commentator Charlie also paid tribute to the veteran host. He wrote on X: "Eamonn, you are the real hero for carrying on this morning. "A true professional and National Treasure who I learn from each and every week. It's a privilege working with you, Ellie Costello and the rest of the GB News family. Take care!" At the end of the installment, in conversation with colleagues Andrew Pierce and Bev Turner, Bev told viewers: "Now, if you weren't watching earlier this morning, you will have missed our resident stunt man, Eamonn Holmes. "Eamonn, as we know, struggles with his health at the moment. He has some good days, he has some bad days. Well this morning it turned out it was a bad day." "Unfortunately we have these chairs on wheels so we can jump in and out quickly. "We have to jump to the camera, we have to nip out to the loo sometimes, and sometimes we have 30 seconds to do that. "Eamonn pushed his chair back this morning and ended up on the floor." Andrew continued: "Eamonn was flat out, 180 degree angle, saying 'carry on'. "He shouted from under the desk, he did carry on and he got up and carried on with the show. What a trooper he is." The Sun has contacted representatives for Eamonn and GB News. 4 4
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Eamonn Holmes is 'bruised, sore and embarrassed' after falling from his chair on live TV - but GB News insist they are 'rallying round' veteran presenter after a 'horrendous couple of years'
Eamonn Holmes is 'bruised, sore and a bit embarrassed' after falling from his chair during a live TV appearance - but maintains the full support of his GB News paymasters. The Irish presenter left co-host Ellie Costello, guest commentator Charlie Rowley and viewers of his daily breakfast show stunned after tumbling to the studio floor on Wednesday morning. Holmes, 65, has battled a series of health issues that have affected his mobility over recent years, notably double hip replacement surgery, slipped discs and ongoing spinal problems. But he has the unwavering support of his GB News bosses, who remain sympathetic to the veteran presenter's off-screen struggles while holding the experience he brings to the free-to-air channel in high regard. A source told MailOnline: 'Everyone at GB News is rallying round Eamonn. He's had an horrendous couple of years, but he has the full support of the channel and all of his colleagues. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Eamonn's health problems have presented challenges for him and for the channel, but bosses are working on ways they can help him in any way they can.' The source added: 'Eamonn remains a massive part of the channel's future and is adored by viewers and his co presenters alike. 'He was obviously a bit embarrassed about what happened the other day. He's worked on TV for decades and nothing like that has ever happened to him before. 'It left him a bit bruised and sore but he's on the mend now.' Just hours after his fall, Holmes was reduced to tears during a podcast interview with former boxer Barry McGuigan. He was hosting the second instalment of his Things We Like podcast with GB News colleague Paul Coyte when an anecdote about McGuigan's own father, Pat - who passed away at the age of 52 - left him visibly moved. Discussing the former boxer's extraordinary rise to lineal heavyweight champion, Holmes - whose dad Leonard died aged 64 in 1990 - recalled how Pat would sing the anthemic Danny Boy from the ring before many of his son's fights. 'Your dad was a special man,' he said. 'I know he was very special to you. Barry used to come out to the ring to Danny Boy; it would be emotional, I'm sure Barry's the same.' Fighting back tears, he added: 'It brings tears to my eyes, because of my own dad, for reasons I won't go into.' Pat, a successful singer who represented Ireland at the 1968 Eurovision Song Contest, died in 1987 aged just 52 following a period of poor health. Holmes' father Leonard also died young after suffering a fatal heart attack while driving. Discussing his sudden death during appearance on Irish show The Meaning Of Life in 2021, he said: 'He's been gone 31 years now but I still miss him every day. 'I can't recall my late father without thinking of how he always wanted to provide… even when I had a successful career. I think like all of us he just liked to be needed.' Describing a vivid memories of his dad, while choking back tears, Holmes said: 'All he did was give us a big hug, or whatever... 'All he did was say things like: "Do you need any money?" I was on Ulster Television, earning £12,000 a year. He wasn't earning £12,000 a year or anything near it. 'One day my mum said: "Let him give you some money". I did. I was like "yeah dad" and he'd give me twenty quid.' Holmes also admitted the hardest part about losing his dad so suddenly was being unable to say goodbye. Ahead of the show airing on RTÉ One, he tweeted a video clip except and wrote: 'He's been gone 31 years now but I still miss him every day. 'I can't recall my late father without thinking of how he always wanted to provide, even when I had a successful career. I think like all of us he just liked to be needed.' The podcast was released shortly after Holmes' admitted he was feeling 'really sore following a fall on live TV. The Northern Irish broadcaster added that it was 'a bit of a shock' considering he had been taken to hospital earlier in the month after he had a fall at his home. During Wednesday's instalment of the GB News show he co-hosts with Ellie Costello, a crash could be heard while the camera was focused on their guest, commentator Charlie Rowley. Costello could be heard saying 'oh my gosh' off-screen, and Holmes pleaded with Rowley to 'carry on' before the presenter returned to the show following a break. Holmes said: 'Welcome back. Good to see you again. Especially good for me to see you again. I am still alive, yes. 'And they're very wonky wheels on chairs that we've got here, and matter of fact, we don't really like the chairs full stop, do we? They're a bit slippy and slidey and I've slipped and slid off mine there.' Ahead of the show airing on RTÉ One, he tweeted a video clip except and wrote: 'He's been gone 31 years now but I still miss him every day' He continued: 'Not the first guest to have done so, we've had a few, they have to remain nameless because they're well known people, but they've hit the floor really badly, quite frightening. 'And it was a bit of a shock for me because I've had a fall in my bathroom two weeks ago, which hospitalised me, and that hit me again right in the back. (I'm) really, really sore. Really sore.' He later said the chair 'gave way' which meant he was lying flat on his back. He added: 'As the morning goes on, you feel aches and pains. The worst thing about this, of course, this was at a time when I was hospitalised two weeks ago for a very similar fall in the same area, back of the head, my neck, my shoulders. So it all came back, as it were.'
The Independent
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Eamonn Holmes ‘falls off chair' live on GB News as co-stars panic
Eamonn Holmes appeared to fall off his chair live on GB News on Wednesday morning (21 May). The 65-year-old broadcaster was presenting Breakfast With Eamonn and Ellie when a loud crashing sound rang out as he was out of shot. Holmes said: Eamonn was heard saying: "I'm fine, fine, fine, carry on, carry on," as Ellie Costello and Charlie Rowley continued the programme just before 6:15am. The broadcast then cut to advertisements. After the break, Holmes joked: "I'm alive," and blamed the wonky wheels on his chair. "It was a bit of a shock for me because I had a fall two weeks ago in my bathroom that hospitalised me."
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Brave Eamonn Holmes tells of injuries from horror fall on live TV and admits adrenaline got him through the show
EAMONN Holmes stunned GB News viewers by bravely carrying on his live breakfast show despite a dramatic fall on air. The presenter, 65, ended up on his back on set just two weeks after he was rushed to hospital in another fall. 3 3 He was hailed as a "trooper" by his colleagues - who praised him for keeping calm and carrying on. Speaking at the end of the show, Eamonn told viewers: "The chair gave way and I was lying flat on my back with my head hanging off the set. "The first hour or so I was OK because the adrenaline kicked in, but then as the morning went on I felt the aches and pains. "The worst thing is that two weeks ago I was hospitalised for a similar fall in the same area, back of my neck, head and shoulders and that's all come back." He added: "We're going to have to replace the chairs because I'm not the only one to have fallen." Commentator Charlie Rowley, who was on-screen when Eamonn fell this morning, also paid tribute to the veteran host. He wrote on X: "Eamonn, you are the real hero for carrying on this morning. "A true professional and National Treasure who I learn from each and every week. It's a privilege working with you, Ellie Costello and the rest of the GB News family. Take care!" Fans were left concerned when a thud was heard as Eamonn fell from his chair during a morning debate. He was no on-screen at the time. At the end of the show, in conversation with colleagues Andrew Pierce and Bev Turner, Bev told viewers: "Now, if you weren't watching earlier this morning, you will have missed our resident stunt man, Eamonn Holmes. Moment Eamonn Holmes 'falls off his chair' live on air with viewers left concerned as star urges 'just carry on' "Eamonn, as we know, struggles with his health at the moment. He has some good days, he has some bad days. Well this morning it turned out it was a bad day." "Unfortunately we have these chairs on wheels so we can jump in and out quickly. "We have to jump to the camera, we have to nip out to the loo sometimes, and sometimes we have 30 seconds to do that. "Eamonn pushed his chair back this morning and ended up on the floor." Andrew continued: "Eamonn was flat out, 180 degree angle, saying 'carry on'. "He shouted from under the desk, he did carry on and he got up and carried on with the show. What a trooper he is." Bev added: "Don't you think he's amazing? That's the British spirit here at GB News." 3
