Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Lansgford reportedly believe their axe from This Morning was spurred on because of their age. The pair - who are both 60 - were said to be devastated when they learnt they were being replaced by Alison Hammond, 45, and Dermot O'Leary, 47.
And as Eamonn and Ruth try to understand the reason behind ITV bosses' decision to give their usual Friday slot to another duo, sources have claimed the married couple believe the decision was to do with their age.
An insider told OK! mag: “The viewers love them, but Eamonn has said to Ruth he wonders if it’s because they’re both 60 and too old." “It’s a real shame, "added the source who asked if the couple were not 'young or cool enough' to present the daytime show. “Ruth and
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