EAMONN Holmes has been dealt a double blow as he deals with ‘relationship issues’ and a split from his management company.
In September, we revealed the veteran broadcaster, 65, had been lavishing expensive gifts on his younger girlfriend Katie Alexander, 43, amid a strained spell.
And it appears things are still rocky, with a source telling the Mail that they’re spending an increasing amount of time apart.
The insider said: “He’s grumpier than ever and his health problems really aren’t helping, but instead of moving closer to Katie and settling, he’s spending more time with his family in Belfast, often without her.”
The couple, who first began speaking as friends on social media platform X in 2015, became romantic last year – just months after Eamonn’s split from wife Ruth Langsford was made public.
To make matters worse, Eamonn is no longer represented by InterTalent Rights Group and his manager Jonathan Shalit, who has overseen his career since 2022.
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Prior to that, Eamonn had enjoyed a fruitful relationship with YMU, who continue to represent his ex-wife Ruth Langsford.
Relations between Eamonn and YMU soured in 2021 when the GBNews star allegedly felt his telly rival Phillip Schofield was receiving preferential treatment.
This was prior to Schofield being axed from ITV for lying about a relationship with a younger male member of staff.
At the time, Eamonn was livid that he and Ruth had been let go from their Friday slot on the show after 14 years of service. They were replaced by Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary.
Now, Eamonn has lost another longstanding gig.
Virgin radio host Ryan Tubridy has replaced him as host of The Irish Post Awards in London – a role Eamonn has held since 2013.
A difficult performance last year, in which Eamonn struggled with mobility issues amid chronic health problems, reportedly prompted bosses to look for an alternative.
A source said: “The truth is that Eamonn is an Irish legend but things didn’t really go well last time – and it’s felt that it’s time he moved over for the more appropriate talent waiting in the wings.
“This time around, it just felt foolhardy to stick with him even though he’s been such a big part of things for so long.”
The Sun has contacted an InterTalent representative for comment.
Despite the reports of low mood, Eamonn isn’t resting on his laurels.
He recently announced a six date Northern Irish tour titled This Is My Life.
It will delve into his “humble beginnings” in Belfast to the “dazzling heights” of national TV.
The synopsis continues: “From triumph to tragedy, named after Eamonn Andrews, don’t miss Eamonn Holmes – This is My Life.”
Tickets cost £25, or for a meet and greet it’s £35.