Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford 'Separated for a Year' Before Announcing Divorce

Secret Separation Revealed

Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford had been "separated for a year" but wanted to "keep it secret," according to friends of the pair. The former TV power couple revealed exclusively to The Celeb Report on Sunday that they had split up and would seek a divorce.

Health Struggles and Relationship

Friends have claimed that the relationship between Eamonn and Ruth has been over for more than a year, with Eamonn's health struggles playing a significant role. Strain was placed on the relationship as Eamonn battled chronic back issues, leaving him confined to a wheelchair for a time after a botched operation.

End of a 14-Year Marriage

The split comes after 14 years of marriage, and sources close to the couple have confirmed that work had "taken them in different directions." Despite the separation, Eamonn and Ruth are said to be on good terms and want to "keep things amicable" between them.

Couple Determined to Keep Separation Private

Eamonn and Ruth were reportedly "determined" to keep their separation under wraps until now. They first met in 1997 through a mutual friend and had been living together in Surrey, raising their son Jack, who is now 22. Eamonn also has three children from his previous marriage.

Celebrating Manchester United's Win

Despite the news of their divorce, Eamonn Holmes was in good spirits as he celebrated Manchester United's 2-1 FA Cup final win over Manchester City. The couple's split was confirmed in a statement by their spokesperson, and divorce proceedings are underway.