It started out like any other early morning news segment—until things took an unexpected turn.
Viewers of GB News were left stunned on Wednesday morning when veteran broadcaster Eamonn Holmes suddenly collapsed during the live show.
As the broadcast rolled on, co-host Charlie Rowley was in the middle of a segment when a loud crashing sound interrupted the calm.
The Moment It Happened
At exactly 6:15 a.m., the camera was focused on Charlie, when the unexpected sound of a fall echoed through the studio.
A woman could be heard gasping, “Oh my gosh,” in reaction.
Then came Eamonn’s voice, reassuring everyone: “I’m fine, fine, fine, carry on, carry on.”
Charlie tried to stay composed and keep the show moving, but just seconds later, the producers made the call to cut to a commercial break.
Back on Air with a Smile
After a slightly extended six-minute break, Eamonn returned to viewers’ screens with a touch of humor, saying, “I’m alive.”
He explained the fall, blaming the chair’s unstable wheels.
“They’re very wonky, these chairs. Honestly, we don’t like them much,” he said while chatting with co-host Ellie Costello.
But behind the joke was a hint of something more serious.
A Painful Reminder
Eamonn revealed that the fall wasn’t just embarrassing—it brought back physical pain.
“It was a shock for me because I had a fall two weeks ago in my bathroom that landed me in the hospital,” he shared.
“That hit me in the back then, and now this fall hit me in the same spot. Really, really sore.”
A String of Health Struggles
This latest incident is just one in a string of health setbacks for the presenter.
Earlier this month, he was rushed to the hospital after slipping in his bathroom.
He posted a picture from the ambulance on Instagram, writing, “An unexpected journey this morning… bit of a fall on the bathroom floor. Gosh, it hurts. Thank you, Ambulance crew.”
Later that same day, he posted another update from his hospital bed, saying, “Not how I wanted to be spending the holiday weekend… but life’s not easy these days. Thanks to everybody who is looking after me.”
Ongoing Recovery and Resilience
Eamonn has been battling ongoing health issues since undergoing back surgery in 2022.
Since then, he has often needed a walking frame or wheelchair to get around.
He’s been candid about the struggles on social media, sharing moments from his recovery, including a photo from bed captioned, “Life’s not easy these days.”
Staying Strong in the Face of Pain
In March, he opened up further about the challenges, admitting on Instagram, “Even when the sun shines, there’s pain. Sometimes I feel like I’ll never beat this disc immobility—but I’m determined to have a life.”
He ended that heartfelt post with a message for both supporters and critics: “So pray for me, help me, or get out of the way, social media haters.”
What’s Next?
Eamonn’s return to live TV—even after a recent fall and hospitalization—shows just how determined he is to keep moving forward.
While his health battles continue, one thing is clear: he’s not giving up, and he’s facing it all with honesty, humor, and a whole lot of courage.