Eamonn Holmes breaks silence after confirming shock divorce from Ruth Langsford

Eamonn Holmes has spoken out following his shock separation from Ruth Langsford.

The TV host addressed the issue on his breakfast slot on GB News, thanking viewers for their support of him and Ruth.

He told viewers: "Just before we move on we'd just like to thank people for your support for Ruth and I over the last few days as to the news of our separation.

"Your support for both of us is very much appreciated."

The pair had been together for 27 years and married for almost 14.

In a statement issued over the weekend the pair said they had gone in 'different directions' due to work commitments.

They nonetheless added that they are 'determined to stay friends'.

In the statement, the pair 'confirmed their marriage is over and they are in the process of divorcing'.

Holmes and Langsford were reportedly left gutted when it was confirmed that they had been axed from This Morning in 2020, which they had presented since 2006.

Eamonn Holmes has addressed his split from Ruth Langsford. (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

They were replaced on the show by Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary.

A source told The Mirror at the time: “Eamonn is pretty furious and everyone feels for him and Ruth, they are well liked on the team, but sometimes tough decisions have to be made.”

Langsford, 64 went on to become a regular on ITV's Loose Women, while Holmes, also 64, left the station to become a presenter on GB News.

The pair have also previously presented shows on Channel 5, including How The Other Half Lives and Do The Right Thing With Eamonn And Ruth.

They also presented Eamonn & Ruth’s 7 Year Itch as well as dieting series Lose a Stone in Four Weeks.

A statement was put out over the weekend announcing the split. (Nicky J Sims/Getty Images)

In a statement, a representative said: "Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes have confirmed their marriage is over and they are in the process of divorcing."

The announcement of the pair's separation came just a few days after Langford opened up about Holmes' struggled after undergoing surgery for chronic pain, which he had lived with for almost two years.

Speaking to Woman’s Weekly, Langford said: "I don’t know how much Eamonn’s mobility will improve. We live in hope.

“He does the physio, but there might have to be some acceptance that this might never be 100% right. With any care situation – and there are millions of carers in this country – it isn’t always easy. It’s testing but we manage as a family.

“I look at Eamonn, who’s had his health and back problems, and it makes you realise how important your health is.”