Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford are reportedly seeking a swift divorce in the new year, (Image: Getty Images)
and are eyeing a quick divorce in the upcoming year, following the bombshell news of their marriage breakdown after 14 years together.
The former presenters caught their fans off guard with the reveal of their separation back in May. A source told The Sun: “The aim is for Eamonn and Ruth to resolve their divorce as quickly as possible in the New Year. Ruth is keen to stay in their marital home as it is where she is settled. Eamonn on the other hand wants to get out and make a fresh start.They aren’t dragging their heels and want this settled and done as quickly as possible.”
GB News anchor Eamonn has been seen in public with his new love interest Katie Alexander and is openly looking forward to putting his “tough year” behind him. The Belfast-born presenter, who has faced numerous health battles as of late, disclosed: “It’s been a tough year and I’ll be glad to see the back of it.”
He also shared his optimism for better times ahead: “But there are lots of things to be grateful for and I hope that my health improves next year.”
The beloved TV presenter has been battling a series of health issues, leading to fears he may never walk unaided again. After three decades of refusal, Eamonn finally had hip replacement surgery in 2016 to address the severe pain that plagued his sleep and mobility.
Ruth Langsford is preparing for a fresh start (Image: Instagram)
Eamonn and his partner Katie were recently spotted enjoying a romantic winter getaway in Paris, with photos capturing them outside the iconic Louvre.
The broadcaster navigated the city in a mobility chair while Katie turned heads in a chic faux leather coat.
Speculation about their relationship intensified when Katie was seen with a dazzling ring on her engagement finger, fuelling rumours of an impending wedding.
“Eamonn has been talking openly about his plans to marry Katie and has made it clear he wants to spend the rest of his life with her,” a source told The Sun.
“They’re already living together and he knows it feels right. They have a very strong connection and get on very well.
“She has given him a real lust for life and she looks after him.”
In pictures obtained by the publication, the couple headed to the Louvre, with Katie wearing a gold diamond ring on her engagement finger.
The counsellor was not pictured wearing the band at a Christmas carol concert in West London on December 5.