Eamonn Holmes is said to be “on the road to recovery” after suffering a stroke.
On 11 April it was announced that gb news The presenter was admitted to hospital after falling ill last week and a friend told how his partner Katie Alexander is a constant presence at his bedside.
friend told Sun In the Sunday newspaper: “It has been a terrible time. Eamonn fell ill at home and those close to him have been worried ever since.”
“Fortunately, Eamonn is on the road to recovery. Katie has been with him in the hospital almost all the time, apart from changing clothes at home,” the friend revealed.
He further added, “She loves him very much and is helping him in every possible way. Everyone is just praying that he comes back home soon.”
While another friend noted, “Katie is praying for Eamon every day. He is beside himself after an incredibly emotional and tumultuous week.”
He revealed, “She has gone to church to pray in solitude. She is a devout Christian and is in shock after having such a great time with Eamonn over the Easter weekend.”
a spokesperson for gb news Eamonn was said to have asked for “privacy” during his recovery and revealed he would return to the channel’s breakfast show, which he hosts with Ellie Costello, when he was “ready”.
He said at the time, “Eamon has asked for privacy as he focuses on getting better. His colleagues and everyone at GB News wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming him to the People’s Channel when he is ready to return.”
