Eamonn Holmes's heartfelt tribute amid 'battle' with ex-wife Ruth Langsford over pet dog

TV presenter Eamonn Holmeshas shared an emotional tribute to his beloved Border Collie dog Maggie after a reported custody battle with his ex-wife Ruth Langsford, following their divorce.

After more than a decade of marriage and nearly 30 years together, TV couple Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford officially went their separate ways in May 2024. At the heart of their split was their dog who the couple adopted in 2011.

Eamonn, 65, shared two pictures of himself with the beloved pooch along with the caption: “17 years apart …… and we are both still going - JUST”. Ex-wife Ruth, who is a regular panellist on Loose Women, also regularly shares photos with their dog Maggie, and it is unknown what their official arrangement is. It comes after Princess Andre says she's 'independent' from parents as she breaks silence after Katie Price row.

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A source previously opened up about their dog and said it was like a child to them. A source told The Sun: “Maggie is like a daughter to them. They dote on her. But she's getting on and they know she needs stability. It's a case of who can give [Maggie stability]. Eamonn adores her and Maggie's been such a support during his health woes. The thought of giving her up is heartbreaking to him.”

They added: “But if Ruth is able to get out and about and walk her more, then it may well be that she gets Maggie in the split.”

Many of Eamonn’s fans comment on his recent post, asking about the arrangement with Maggie, as well as commenting on how cute the pooch is.

One person asked: “Does Ruth let you see Maggie?”, while another said: “Wish you could you be together”. A third commented: “She’s a beauty.”, while another said: “www gorgeous pair”.

Eamonn’s Instagram post comes after he made a dig at his ex-wife, Ruth, after reportedly claiming that his girlfriend, Katie Alexander, 43, is his "soulmate".

Eamonn and Katie look very loved-up in recent snaps, having attended GB News star Nana Akua's engagement party earlier this month.

According to Bella magazine, dad-of-four, Eamonn, gushed that Katie was his "soulmate" at the glamorous bash in London while also reportedly quipping: "In sickness you find out who is there for you."

Commenting on the apparent dig, a source said: "It was an insensitive comment from Eamonn, but he's smitten with Katie and does feel like she has been there for him through the hard times. That said, it is a kick in the teeth for Ruth because she has been there for him since the beginning."

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