Eamonn Holmes Announces New Role as Co-Host of The Travel Podcast
TV presenter Eamonn Holmes has taken on a brand new role after his wife, Ruth Langsford, returned to her post at Loose Women.
The 64-year-old from North Belfast, who moved from ITV to GB News, has now added another job to his resume. He has been announced as a regular host of The Travel Podcast, alongside his colleague and long-time friend Hayley Sparkes.
Speaking about the new role, Eamonn said, “I love everything about Not Just Travel; its vision, founders, and incredibly passionate consultants. I started travel presenting at age 26 on BBC 1’s Holiday Programme, experiencing everything from US ranch holidays to sailing the Danube. Now I’m honored to work with my longtime friend and This Morning colleague, Hayley Sparkes.”
“Hayley is one of the best in the business, and together we’re going to have fun talking all things travel while boosting the business of Not Just Travel’s network of consultants.” Eamonn’s role as co-host on The Travel Podcast for the travel firm Not Just Travel will see him and Hayley interviewing guests about the hottest destinations around the world.
One of Eamonn’s first interviews is with Virgin Voyage’s UK Director of Sales, SJ Walker, The Mirror reports. The Travel Podcast, which launched in 2020, quickly became iTunes’ number-one travel podcast.
This exciting news comes almost two months after Eamonn and Ruth announced their split. Ruth took a break from work and remained silent about the separation, while Eamonn swiftly returned to GB News, thanking fans for their support. On Monday, Ruth returned to her role on Loose Women, much to the delight of her co-stars.
As the show began, Ruth addressed her return and told viewers, “Welcome to your first Loose Women of the week, it’s great to have your company!” Before they got the show on the road, Coleen Nolan interrupted Ruth to share a message of support. She said, “Can I just say? I am so happy that you’re back!”
The entire audience clapped as Janet Street-Porter added, “Thank god! Thank god! I was left with her and her!” Ruth apologized and humorously added, “I’m sorry, Janet. I won’t do it again,” referring to the weeks she took away from the show. Eamonn’s new venture into travel podcasting alongside his seasoned career in broadcasting marks an exciting chapter for the veteran presenter.