Eamonn Holmes rushed to hospital for ‘unexpected’ treatment as he takes TV break

Former This Morning presenter Eamonn Holmes shared the news with fans on Twitter after concerns that he hadn’t appeared on his breakfast show for the past week

Eamonn Holmes has been forced to take a break from presenting on GB News to undergo “unexpected” hospital treatment.

The 62-year-old shared the news with fans on Twitter after concerns that he hadn’t appeared on his breakfast show for the past week.

He wrote on the social media site: “Hi everyone, Many of you have been asking why I haven’t been presenting GB News for the past week.

“Unfortunately, due to a reoccurence [sic] of a long-term back condition, I’ve had to undergo some unexpected hospital treatment and am now following Doctor’s orders by taking a short time off.

“However, I’m looking forward to being back alongside Isabel, my Breakfast co-presenter and friend, next week. Even though I only joined GB News six months ago the whole team and our amazing audience have shown me immense support which has been greatly appreciated.

“I now just need some time with my family to heal and recuperate. See you soon, Eamonn.”

Among those to wish him well were his workplace GB News, who wrote via their Twitter account: “We hope you feel better soon @EamonnHolmes! Sending love and best wishes from all of us here at GB News.”

Co-star Anna Riley also wished him well, writing: “Hope you’re feeling better soon, Eamonn, and I look forward to having you back on breakfast!”

While Julia Hartley-Brewer commented: “Hope you feel better soon. X”