Eamonn Holmes Makes Bold Move in His Relationship with New Girlfriend Katie Alexander

Eamonn Holmes has chosen to keep his new relationship with Katie Alexander under wraps for now, opting not to bring her as his date to the upcoming Irish Post Awards in London. The broadcaster, who recently split from his wife Ruth Langsford, is taking a cautious approach to public appearances with Katie, a marriage counselor and mother of three. An insider told The Express, “It’s too soon for Eamonn and Katie to be walking red carpets together, so Katie will be skipping this one.”

Katie, 42, is 22 years younger than Eamonn and originally from Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. The two initially connected on Twitter in 2015, but their relationship became more serious in September 2024, when they were spotted embarking on a cruise together in Spain. “Eamonn and Katie have tried to keep their passionate relationship quiet, but they were finally on full public display,” a source told The Sun. “It’s remarkable how quickly they have struck up a tight bond.”

With their relationship now more public, many are noting how quickly Eamonn and Katie’s connection has deepened. Observers have even commented on how their bond has overshadowed memories of Eamonn’s former relationship with Ruth, who he married in 2010. “Watching the couple together, it’s hard to remember Eamonn and Ruth being an item. But that is now ancient history,” the source added.

Eamonn and Ruth recently issued a joint statement confirming the end of their marriage. The couple, who share one grown-up son, stated they are in the process of divorcing.

Katie, who is committed to the relationship, has reportedly told friends she is “in it for the long haul” but is concerned about being labeled as a “marriage wrecker.” According to an insider who spoke with The Mirror, “She is helping Eamonn through the tough times but doesn’t want to be seen as a marriage wrecker. The friendship has grown in recent months, but Eamonn’s marriage has been over for some time.”

The source added that Katie’s support has been a constant for Eamonn, and she intends to stay by his side. “She feels she will be close to him for a long period and is in this for the long haul,” the insider said. While the couple is taking steps to avoid the spotlight, their relationship appears solid and supportive, marking a new chapter for Eamonn as he moves forward from his marriage with Ruth.