Eamonn Holmes rushed to hospital after stroke

Holmes first began experiencing health issues in 2021

The former This Morning star (66) fell ill on Tuesday and has been recovering in hospital since.

Holmes first began experiencing health issues in 2021 after suffering three slipped discs and a dislocated pelvis.

In a statement, GB News said: "Eamonn was taken ill last week, and it was later confirmed he had suffered a stroke. He is currently responding well to treatment.

"Eamonn has asked for privacy as he focuses on getting better.

"His colleagues and everyone at GB News wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming him back to the People’s Channel when he is ready to return."

Eamonn is scheduled to return to his GB News Breakfast show on Monday, but he will now be off work for the foreseeable future. Alex Armstrong will step in to present in his absence this week.

The father of four began using a wheelchair the year after his surgery and is now supported by carers every day.

He is Britain’s longest-serving breakfast news presenter, with a career of more than 40 years.