Ruth Langsford ‘upset’ at claims Eamonn break up was resulting from his well being

Ruth Langsford has reportedly been left ‘upset’ at claims the reason for her split from Eamonn Holmes was due to his health issues.

The Loose Women presenter and the broadcaster, both 64, announced their plans to divorce last week after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together. 

Eamonn has suffered various health woes in recent years including crippling back pain and a bout of shingles – with Ruth being by his side looking after him throughout.

And Ruth has been left sad that rumours have circulated that this contributed to their separation, according to The Sun.

It comes as it has been claimed a pal of Ruth’s has said she was left ‘devastated’ when she discovered ‘messages from another woman’ on Eamonn’s laptop – which was reportedly the real reason they split.

Eamonn praised Ruth for her ‘amazing’ support after he suffered a fall down stairs of their home in November 2022.

In 2016, Eamonn underwent a double-hip replacement operation lasting three-and-a-quarter hours after living with acute pain for many years.

Then in 2018 Eamonn detailed his battle with shingles and how he was struck with the virus on his son Declan’s wedding day. 

His years of chronic back pain started in spring 2021 – which came completely out of nowhere.

The pain become so severe that it left Eamonn reliant on a walking stick, but soon found out the root cause.  

He eventually discovered it was three slipped discs that affected the movement of his right leg.

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.  

Then in November 2022 Eamonn endured a horrific accident which saw him fall down a set of stairs at his home in Surrey leading him to break his shoulder weeks after his huge spinal surgery. 

Ruth recently said she ‘lives in hope’ that his mobility will improve.

Speaking to Woman’s Weekly, Ruth said: ‘I don’t know how much Eamonn’s mobility will improve. We live in hope.

‘He does the physio, but there might have to be some acceptance that this might never be 100% right. With any care situation – and there are millions of carers in this country – it isn’t always easy. It’s testing but we manage as a family.’

Ruth added: ‘I look at Eamonn, who’s had his health and back problems, and it makes you realise how important your health is.’

It comes as it has been claimed a pal of Ruth’s has said she was left ‘devastated’ when she discovered ‘messages from another woman’ on Eamonn’s laptop.

A source told The Sun: ‘Ruth was completely taken by surprise when she saw the messages.

‘She had no idea what had been going on between them. She was devastated.’

They added: ‘Not only was she very upset but she was also angry.’

The publication previously reported Eamonn had grown close to a younger female friend over the past year  – a blonde divorcée and relationship counsellor – who he has been on a ‘string of outings with’.

MailOnline has contacted Eamonn’s representative. Ruth’s representative declined to comment.

On Thursday, Ruth‘s friends reportedly insisted that there is ‘no chance’ she will reunite with Eamonn. 

She has reportedly been left hurt and is taking an extended break from Loose Women after discovering he is being consoled by woman in her forties amid their split who he’s befriended.

Eamonn and the blonde divorcee reportedly struck up a friendship over the past couple of years and the publication claims the presenter has taken her on a safari park trip, to a Manchester United game and a Beyoncé concert. 

This week, a pal of Ruth’s told The Mirror: ‘Ruth was hurt when she learned about Eamonn’s friendship with another woman but she is strong and she will be back soon with a smile on her face, putting her best foot forward, as she always does. 

‘She needs a bit of time to regroup after everything that’s gone on, which is understandable, but she plans to return to Loose Women, with renewed vigour, in July.’

The friend also insisted there was ‘no chance whatsoever’ the pair would ever get back together.

Reports claim Eamonn and the woman made contact through social media after both being involved with a mental health charity.

A spokesperson for Ruth has said: ‘Ruth had holiday time booked from Loose Women and has extended her leave. She’s looking forward to returning to the show in due course.’

Eamonn and Ruth recently revealed they are headed for divorce after work commitments ‘took their marriage in different directions’.

While Eamonn’s new friendship is not said to be a reason for the marriage breakdown it is understood that Ruth was unaware of her until recently and has decided to take time off work. 

The source said: ‘Ruth was obviously aware that her marriage was crumbling, but as details emerge, her upset has turned to anger. 

‘Eamonn’s friend is bowled over by being lavished with attention and kindness from him.’

The pair met via Twitter after the woman commented on a post and it sparked a conversation between the pair. 

Friends explained that the woman’s counselling skills include coping with ‘feeling sad’ and ‘separation and divorce’ therefore it seems fitting she will be supporting Eamonn at this time of uncertainty. 

MailOnline have contacted Eamonn’s representatives for comment. 

Friends of Eamonn’s said he was ‘angry and baffled’ at her decision to share the news they were divorcing.

He learned of her plan just hours before the statement was released via Ruth’s spokesman on Saturday afternoon, saying: ‘Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes have confirmed their marriage is over and they are in the process of divorcing.’

The announcement was described as a ‘joint statement’.

A friend of Eamonn’s told the Mail: ‘Eamonn was left blindsided, it was awful for him.

‘He literally found out about it a very short time before it was published – you’re talking hours. 

‘It all seems a little bizarre given that the statement said they were hoping to keep it amicable.

‘Eamonn wanted no part of it, he couldn’t see any reason why you would release that statement. 

‘It was wholly written and signed off by Ruth and her team. In the end he had no power over it whatsoever.’ 

The Mail also revealed that Eamonn had been confiding how ‘very bad’ things have been with his wife in recent weeks, while his colleagues at GB News said they have been concerned for him of late.

They said that he had been ‘down’ but put it down to him being in pain. 

The couple tied the knot in 2010 after dating for 13 years – and say that despite their separation, they are ‘determined to stay friends’. 

They are parents to son Jack, 22, while Eamonn also has sons Declan, 35, Niall, 31, and daughter Rebecca, 33, from his previous marriage.

Eamonn and Ruth have reportedly been holding heartbreaking talks over who will get custody of their beloved dog Maggie following their split.