Eamonn Holmes Dismisses Sleeping Rumors, Speaks on Ageism

0:00On March 26th, Eman Holmes, the 66-year-old GB news presenter, has pushed back against rumors that he fell asleep live on air during his breakfast show earlier this month. Fans notice would look like slurred speech, and him nodding off in his chair next to Coho's Ellie Costello, which led to his brief absence from the Deca's program. He cleared things up at an event in London this week, explaining he was just checking his microphone pack since there are no floor managers or camera. Operators to help, he dismissed the sleeping claims with a casual, whatever. Viewers had been concerned, especially given his ongoing health battles, including a double-hit replacement back in 2016, slipped. Discs, a dislocated pelvis, and major spinal surgery two years ago, these issues have left him using a wheelchair and needing daily carers. Recently on a podcast, Eman opened up about feeling pushed aside by an ageist TV industry that struggles with his mobility needs, even though he says he excels once seated.

1:01He also vented frustration over poor accessibility at places like cinemas, theaters, and restaurants. Despite the challenges, Eman remains a veteran broadcaster with decades on shows like this morning alongside his ex-wife, Ruth Langsford, until they're split this year, and he's determined to keep working through it all. I'm Corey with The Story, that's your entertainment and celebrity news today update. AI powered and always trending.