Ruth Langsford has opened up about the emotional toll of her divorce from Eamonn Holmes, expressing her commitment to embrace single life and the challenges associated with her health since the split. Speaking candidly in interviews, Ruth reflected on the painful process of her divorce, which was announced last May after 14 years of marriage and over 27 years together. Now, eight months later, the 64-year-old television personality is lifting the veil on her feelings and thoughts surrounding the breakup.
“It’s very difficult,” she shared with Woman&Home magazine, emphasizing the emotional strain. “You can either let yourself crumble or you pick yourself up and get on with life. It’s a choice.” Her words resonate deeply, particularly as Ruth navigates life after her marriage to Eamonn, who has since moved on with 43-year-old dating counselor Katie Alexander.
Reflecting on her acceptance of being single, Ruth stated, “I’m quite fine being on my own, but not forever. When you’re in a relationship, it’s easy to say, ‘Great, I’ve got a weekend to myself,’ but when you think it might be every weekend, it’s a different story.” This outlook reveals Ruth’s desire to remain open to new relationships but acknowledges the adjustments she needs to make as she steps forward alone.
The pressures of the public eye add another layer to Ruth’s experience. She candidly remarked, “A divorce is very difficult and it’s very painful, but most people don’t have to do it in the public eye, with everybody having opinions about you and writing things about you.” This struggle is heightened by the scrutiny of fans and media, with everyone eager to weigh in on her personal life.
On the health front, Ruth has noticed physical changes tied to her recent emotional upheaval. “I have lost weight. Divorce obviously has something to do with it but I also went for a hormone check and rebalance, which helped,” she revealed. The end of menopause may also be influencing these changes, bringing about both relief and concern for the TV presenter.
Ruth’s health worries don’t end there; she has expressed concerns about developing Alzheimer’s disease. Both her parents experienced dementia, with her father passing from the illness and her mother currently living with it. This tragic family history weighs heavily on Ruth’s mind. “I’m head in the sand about Alzheimer’s,” she admitted. “There’s a test you can do to know if you are more likely to get it, but because there’s no medication to treat it, I’d rather not know.” These thoughts often bring anxiety, particularly when she experiences minor memory lapses.
Despite these fears, Ruth remains committed to living life fully and enjoying every moment. “Live your life, have a glass of wine, see your friends, have some fun because none of us know what the future holds,” she shares, highlighting the balance she seeks between health consciousness and enjoying life.
Meanwhile, Ruth’s focus on work has served as a necessary distraction during such turbulent personal times. Engaging with her job not only helps her cope but also offers structure and purpose as she goes through this significant life change.
The reconciliation for Ruth and Eamonn appears complex, as it was reported they are primarily communicating through lawyers. Yet, recent gestures of support indicate some level of mutual respect, as Eamonn even liked several of Ruth’s social media posts during her emotional visits to her unwell mother.
Moving forward, Ruth seems to embody resilience. Despite the heartache associated with her divorce and the challenges of her health concerns, her determination to embrace the next chapter of her life shines through. Ruth Langsford is ready to carve out her path, leaning on the support from her son Jack and her work, as she forges onward through the waves of change.