Eamonn Holmes, 62, underwent major back surgery in September and has been absent from GB News ever since as he recovers. His wife Ruth Langsford, 62, is said to be riddled with concern for her husband as he recovers from his number of health woes, leaving the Loose Women star feeling "helpless".During recovery, the GB News presenter fell down the stairs, meaning he is not expected to return to GB News until the new year.While Eamonn is able to keep a positive outlook on his current situation, his wife Ruth can't help but fear for her husband.A source told New Magazine: "Eamonn is thankfully turning a corner after his operation.
He is getting better and the whole family has rallied around, but it has been hard for Ruth."It hasn't been a nice time for her to see Eamonn in so much pain.
He has been in absolute agony."He was pushing on while he was in a lot of pain, even when he was still working, putting on a brave face."The insider continued: "It's going to be a long journey and it's longer than they first thought."Seeing Eamonn in so much pain has left Ruth feeling helpless.
Ruth was really worried about Eamonn at one point."She felt like there wasn't much she could do to help him, other than just be there for him."Express.co.uk has contacted Ruth Langsford's representatives for comment.Eamonn appeared on GB News this week via video link to give an update on his health to his co-star Isabel Webster.He told the network: "Last month I suffered a fall at home while I was recovering from my back operation and fractured my shoulder."It was a massive setback and means I’m going to need to take some extra time off to get myself better."It’s been a hellish few weeks.
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