was missing from his usual presenting slot this morning.
He was replaced by Ben Leo, who stepped in to host alongside Ellie Costello. Eamonn usually hosts every week from Monday to Wednesday.
Following his scathing comments on and ‘s intimate display at the Invictus Games.
Meghan and Harry attended the opening ceremony in Vancouver on Friday. During the first event of the games, they were seen kissing and holding hands.
Reacting to the appearance on GB News, Breakfast host Eamonn Holmes scolded the couple’s “nonsense” displays of affection, accusing the Duchess of an “acted-out” performance.
Eamonn told the panel, “All this nonsense is in the papers today. If you just look at these pictures, all this is so acted out.
Eamonn was mysteriously missing from his GB News slot today. (Image: GB NEWS)
Eamonn, while holding a palpable sincerity in his voice, described ‘s overt displays of affection—holding hands, embracing, and exuding devotion—as something that felt insincere, exclaiming, “Oh, gosh.”
When co-host Ellie Costello pressed him on whether he believed these gestures were genuine or merely an act, he firmly asserted, “It’s totally fake.”
Commentator Dawn Neesom then chimed in with her perspective during the discussion on GB News. She pointed out that Meghan’s behavior seemed to be a reaction to recent comments made by , who suggested that was facing challenges in his marriage.
Neesom elaborated, stating, “Both Harry and Meghan were present, and I have to say, I find it hard to disagree. Meghan was engaged in an unusually public display of affection, reminiscent of a couple on a romantic first date.”
Eamonn expressed his thoughts on the current public sentiment regarding and his recent actions, suggesting that Harry’s speech in support of disabled athletes may have been a response to ‘s remarks.
He commended the Duke for this admirable gesture, noting it as a significant positive contribution. Eamonn shared his personal affinity for , indicating that he believes the British public might be open to “reconditioning” their perceptions of him and, ultimately, welcoming him back into the Royal Family.
However, Eamonn was more skeptical when it came to . He asserted that while there may be a path for Harry’s reintegration into royal life, the same could not be said for Meghan.
His sentiments were clear as he remarked: “I like the lad, I think the country would recondition themselves back towards him. I think he’d be welcomed back eventually. But her? No, no, no.”
In a recent analysis, commentator Neesom referenced ‘s impactful address during the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games. Neesom suggested that the Duke of Sussex’s remarks could be interpreted as a subtle jab at former President , particularly in light of their ongoing public clash.
During his speech, addressed the assembled veterans, encouraging them to embody qualities such as “courage, values, and humanity,” especially in a world rife with crises and uncertainty, where weak moral character seems increasingly prevalent.
Neesom emphasised that the timing and tone of Harry’s words seemed to carry a deeper significance, identifying it as a potential indirect critique of Trump, especially considering the controversial statements Trump made regarding Meghan.
Neesom concluded that Duke’s comments indicate broader integrity and character issues in today’s society, potentially targeting the former president’s recent behavior.