The GB News presenter shared an Instagram update after being rushed to hospital on Tuesday
Television presenter Eamonn Holmes has broken his silence following a stroke that saw him hospitalised on Tuesday. The 66-year-old broadcaster, who remains in recovery, has now addressed the health emergency publicly.
Taking to Instagram, he shared a touching photograph of his granddaughters holding up a handmade card bearing the words “get well soom”.
The presenter playfully referenced the endearing spelling error in his caption, writing: “Got this first thing this morning, from my two lovely granddaughters,” and “So now doing my best to get well SOOM!!”
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Supporters flooded the comments section with messages of encouragement. One follower shared their experience, saying: “Get Well Soon…my Husband had a stroke over a year ago…he’s back to work and enjoying life again, with a few little changes, but we will take that. Speedy recovery.”
A second commented: “Eamonn … The little things like this mean the most in life .. get your self well soom as the gorgeous girls say.” While another wrote: “Eamonn, Your lovely granddaughters, with their get well messages, will give you strength to aid your recovery x”, reports the Mirror.
The post follows an earlier update from his son regarding his father’s progress. Declan Holmes, 37, issued a statement on the family’s behalf.
Expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support, he provided reassurance about his father’s medical status. The broadcaster’s son stated: “I just wanted to share a quick message to say we hugely appreciate all the messages, it means a lot to us as a family.
“What happened came as a real shock, but dad is doing OK given the circumstances and we’re taking it one step at a time. For now, we’re focused on him and keeping things steady around him.”
He continued: “We’d really value a bit of privacy as we navigate it, and what lies ahead, but thank you again for the support as it means so much to dad and the rest of the family.”
GB News confirmed on Saturday that Holmes had experienced a stroke. The network stated the presenter is receiving hospital care at present.
In an official statement, the broadcaster revealed: “Eamonn was taken ill last week and it was later confirmed he had suffered a stroke. He is currently responding well to treatment. Eamonn has asked for privacy as he focuses on getting better.”
Following the announcement, his co-presenter Ellie Costello expressed her concern: “Thinking of you Eamonn and wishing you a speedy recovery.” Meanwhile, Alex Armstrong, who will cover presenting duties during Eamonn’s absence, commented: “Thinking of you Eamonn Holmes. Such a shock to all of us. You’re sorely missed. Get better soon.”
Holmes had been scheduled to return to GB News Breakfast the following week for his programme alongside Ellie Costello. The duo normally present from Monday through Wednesday, though Alex will now deputise for the experienced broadcaster.
GB News Chief Executive Angelos Frangopoulos issued a statement after Holmes’s medical situation became public knowledge, saying: “Eamonn is a loved member of the GB News family, and we’re with him every step of the way as he recovers.” Taking to Instagram on Friday evening, Eamonn’s partner Katie Alexander shared her thoughts on the week, without referencing Eamonn’s health. In her post, she said: “What a week. Prayer, a little visit to church to have a word with the good Lord himself, prayer each day.” This was posted the day before details of Eamonn’s medical situation emerged.
Eamonn and Katie’s relationship started following his separation from his estranged wife Ruth Langsford. The couple, who had been married for 14 years, parted ways in 2024 and are now going through divorce proceedings. It’s understood that Ruth is receiving updates about her former husband’s health through their son Jack.
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