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Eamonn Holmes 'doing okay' after stroke, says son
Declan Holmes said his father is doing okay as GB News confirmed the broadcaster is responding well to treatment and asked for privacy.
- On Saturday, GB News confirmed that 66-year-old broadcaster Eamonn Holmes is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke last week, stating he is "responding well to treatment."
- The Northern Irish presenter joined GB News in 2022 following his departure from ITV, and has previously discussed chronic health struggles including mobility challenges from years of pain.
- Holmes underwent major spinal surgery in 2022 that he admitted "went wrong," leaving him with limited movement, while CEO Angelos Frangopoulos said Holmes is "a loved member of the GB News family."
- Fellow presenter Alex Armstrong will cover the breakfast programme during Holmes' absence, stepping in to present the show while the broadcaster focuses on his recovery.
- Holmes has asked for privacy as he focuses on getting better, while colleagues at the channel wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to his return.
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