Eamonn Holmes in hospital after stroke, recovering well
Eamonn Holmes in hospital after stroke, recovering well
GB News confirms the presenter is in hospital following a stroke and is responding well to treatment.
TV presenter Eamonn Holmes is in hospital after suffering a stroke, with GB News confirming he is responding well to treatment.\n\nHolmes was taken ill last week and it was later confirmed he had a stroke. Colleagues and everyone at GB News wish him a speedy recovery, with the network noting he is a loved member of the GB News family.\n\nAlex Armstrong will stand in for Holmes for the coming week while he recovers.\n\nHolmes has spoken openly about his long health journey, saying he largely relies on a wheelchair and carers throughout the day after years of back problems.\n\nHe has described a history of back problems, including chronic pain since 2021 caused by three slipped disks, and has undergone spinal surgery, a dislocated pelvis, and a broken shoulder across multiple operations.\n\nHolmes moved from ITV to GB News in 2022, where he currently presents the breakfast show with Ellie Costello.\n\nThe broadcaster has repeatedly emphasized the importance of support from viewers during his recovery.
