🌟 Ruth Langsford has entered a brighter chapter after two deeply challenging years following the end of her marriage to Eamonn Holmes.
The much-loved television presenter, 66, is choosing hope, work, family and self-belief as she rebuilds her life after one of the most painful periods she has faced. Two years on from announcing her split from Eamonn, Ruth says she is no longer standing in the darkness — she has found her way back to the light.
The former couple, once regarded as one of television’s most familiar partnerships, confirmed their separation in May 2024 after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together. Since then, Ruth has watched her life change dramatically, but she insists she is determined to keep moving forward.
Speaking about this new stage, Ruth admitted she has always been independent, but the past two years have tested her strength in a way she could never have predicted.
“I just have to get on with my life, make my own happiness, keep my career going and look out for my son,” she said.
For Ruth, 2026 has already brought moments of pride and purpose. Her book Feeling Fabulous was released earlier this year and received an emotional response from readers, especially women who connected with her honesty about grief, ageing, heartbreak and resilience.
📘 The book has become one of the biggest highlights of her year. Ruth said meeting readers during her tour was deeply moving, with many opening up about their own struggles and sharing emotional hugs with her.
Alongside the success of her book, Ruth continues to appear on ITV’s Loose Women, while her fashion range remains popular with viewers and regularly sells out on QVC. Her schedule is busy, but that, she says, is part of what keeps her grounded.
Behind the polished television appearances, however, Ruth has been open about the emotional work it took to reach this point. In Feeling Fabulous, she writes candidly about her sister Julia’s death, her parents’ Alzheimer’s diagnoses and the support she received from therapy after her marriage ended.
💔 Ruth said therapy became one of the most important decisions she made for herself during the split. Having someone independent to talk to helped her process the pain privately and honestly.
Her therapist once told her that even in the darkest moments, the light was still there. Ruth says those words stayed with her.
Now, she feels she has come through the worst.
Ruth is also continuing to care deeply for her mother Joan, who has Alzheimer’s, the same illness her late father Dennis also lived with. As an ambassador for the Alzheimer’s Society, Ruth has spoken with honesty about the lessons she has learned.
She says she now understands the importance of stepping into her mother’s world rather than correcting her memories. If Joan believes she has been driving residents to Brighton, Ruth no longer challenges her. Instead, she joins the moment and lets her mother enjoy it.
❤️ “I’m very lucky to still have her,” Ruth said, adding that her mother still recognises her and loves seeing Ruth’s dog Maggie.
Ruth’s home life is quieter now, but not empty. She has her son, her friends, her dog, her work and her own hard-won peace. She admits that life can change in a second, but believes time really can heal.
As for romance, Ruth is not rushing into anything. She says she is still getting used to single life and is not actively looking for love.
But she has not closed the door.
With a smile, Ruth says she is moving forward with an open mind — and an open heart.
