Eamonn Holmes opens up on his health battle and reveals he ‘can’t get up’ without the help of carers

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As a longtime fan, it really struck me when Eamonn Holmes recently shared what he’s been going through with his health. He explained, and it was heartbreaking to hear, that he now needs assistance from others just to get himself up – he can’t do it on his own anymore. It’s so brave of him to be so open about it.

I’ve been a huge fan of this presenter for years, and it was heartbreaking to hear about his health struggles. It all started back in 2021 when he had a really bad accident – he dislocated his pelvis and, on top of that, ended up with three slipped disks. It’s been a tough road for him ever since, and it really affected his well-being.

While recovering from surgery, Eamonn had a fall at the house he used to share with his ex-wife, Ruth Langsford, and broke his shoulder.

The father of four, who uses a wheelchair and has limited mobility, recently discussed what life is like for him now.

On the Session 7 podcast, Eamonn revealed he’s been battling illness and using a wheelchair for the past two years, which he described as a very difficult experience.

I don’t think anyone is paying attention to me, or that anything is wrong, but I’m unable to get out of bed.

Eamonn explained that he receives care at various points during the day, but he can generally manage most tasks independently once he’s seated.

The former This Morning presenter emphasized the importance of health, saying ‘your health really is your wealth.’ He then acknowledged that society often struggles to accept or understand people with disabilities.

Katie Hind of the Daily Mail reported on rumors circulating among Eamonn’s GB News coworkers regarding his recent time off air.

Eamonn recently shared details about his health in an interview with the Sunday World, explaining that he now requires the help of caregivers.

‘Somebody dresses me in the morning, somebody undresses me at night, somebody gets my food for me.

I’m undergoing tests involving spinal injections to see if they can help restore function to my spine and legs. It’s a new and unproven treatment, and I’ll find out if it’s working next week. Honestly, this is the most challenging time I’ve ever faced, but I’m staying strong and continuing to fight.

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve been following the news, and it’s understandable that things haven’t been easy for Ruth after her separation from Eamonn. She recently shared that she’s been in therapy to help her navigate everything, which I think is a really positive step. It takes courage to prioritize your well-being after a big life change, and I applaud her for doing so.

The couple, who share son Jack, separated in May 2024 after 14 years of marriage.

Ruth Langsford told Rylan Clark on BBC Radio 2 that therapy was the best decision she ever made.

A friend suggested I consider talking to their counselor, as things had been difficult lately.

She’d previously supported her friend through a tough divorce. When I said I didn’t need therapy because I was already feeling down, she pointed out that it was about much more than just sadness.

Ruth went on to explain that the woman kept persistently asking her, so she finally just said yes to make her stop. She admitted, “I just said ‘Okay, fine’ to get her to leave me alone.”

Joining this group was the best decision I ever made, and I’m still actively involved. My friends are incredibly supportive – they always have my back, no matter what I choose or how I’m feeling. They truly lift me up.

A counselor takes a broader perspective and doesn’t offer direct advice. Instead of telling me what to do, she’s helped me explore different ways of thinking about my situation.

‘Lots of people have picked up on this saying that she said to me, which was, “Find your light”.

She was feeling incredibly down, and encouraged me to transform my anger and sadness into something positive, to find strength within those difficult emotions.

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2026-03-05 13:04