“But when she saw Eamonn’s new wife wearing an engagement ring at the weekend, she was really upset, not because Eamonn is moving on but because she finds it hard to see their marriage and separation back in the spotlight. She would have preferred it to be done privately but she understands it will attract interest – it just feels like another blow – and she feels ashamed about it.”
Eamonn and Katie first highlighted their connection via social media in 2015, sharing snaps from outings that ranged from a quiet Ireland getaway to the excitement of a Beyonce concert and the thrill of a Manchester United game. Katie has spoken out against the “marriage wrecker” label, clarifying that their romance was not the reason for Eamonn’s previous split.
Katie is said to be in a relationship with Eamonn “for the long haul” as insiders claim she hopes their close bond could develop into something more permanent. Following the announcement of Eamonn and Ruth’s divorce, sources have told the Mirror that Katie’s connection with Eamonn has intensified.
Eamonn Holmes is causing a stir with his new love Katie Alexander, who can look back on an eventful love history, including a previous relationship with a bus driver 40 years older than her.
The GB News presenter and his 42-year-old partner have recently become a couple after reports emerged that Katie was in love with Eamonn following his split from former partner Ruth Langsford. Amid the turmoil, Katie has now declared she is not a marriage wrecker, given Eamonn and Ruth’s unexpected split in early May.
Interestingly, it turns out that Katie fell head over heels in love with Michael Devine at the tender age of 19, while he was 59. Despite the significant age difference, the couple enjoyed a five-year romance and have a 22-year-old son.
Mr Devine, now 81, expressed his joy that Katie has found happiness with Eamonn.
Katie’s ex has revealed that it was her son who informed him about her new relationship with Eamonn. “Ben told me that Eamonn and Katie are together but he doesn’t say much, he’s more interested in playing football,” he revealed to Mail Online.
He maintains a friendly relationship with Katie, even after the two separated almost two decades ago.
He continued: “We have been separated for many years now, but I see my son regularly, maybe once a week.”
Mr Devine continued: “There is no ill will towards Katie, she is a lovely lady, I really do. I wish her all the best. Katie is just brilliant.”
This week, Katie caused a stir when she was spotted wearing a diamond ring on her ring finger, sparking false rumours that she was engaged to Eamonn Holmes. Insiders have refuted the rumours, but Ruth Langsford is still devastated by the incident.
The Loose Women presenter is reportedly “embarrassed” by the whole affair and her emotions are boiling over.
“Ruth has tried her best to be respectful to Eamonn, for the sake of both their families and especially for Jack. She still wears her wedding ring and doesn’t feel comfortable taking it off at the moment. She wanted to be as respectful as possible and not allow any further speculation about their situation,” a source told OK! Magazine.
Insiders revealed: “Katie is helping Eamonn through the tough times but doesn’t want to be seen as a marriage destroyer. The friendship has grown over the last few months but Eamonn’s marriage has been over for some time. She wants to help Eamonn through his situation and their friendship has grown over a period of time. She feels she will be close to him for a long time to come and is in it for the long haul.”
The showbiz world was stunned in May when it was announced that Eamonn and Ruth were ending their 14-year marriage and divorcing. Signs of trouble were obvious, with the couple not being photographed together for two years.
Eamonn and Ruth, who married in 2010 after dating since 1997, have a son together named Jack.
