She was his ‘television wife’ for more than seven years.
And today Charlotte Hawkins showed her support for her former Sky News co-host Eamonn Holmes following his devastating split from Ruth Langsford.
The TV star and Ruth, both 64, announced their plans to divorce last month after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together and Eamonn has since moved out of his marital home in Surrey.
Charlotte, now a presenter on Good Morning Britain, was seen hugging Eamonn at the TRIC awards in London as he sat in a wheelchair with his colleagues from GB News.
Onlookers watched as she giggled with a frail looking Eamonn, while placing her hand on his back during the event which was held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Mayfair.
Eamonn Holmes was comforted by presenter Charlotte Hawkins as he arrived in a wheelchair to TRIC Awards on Tuesday afternoon amid shock split from Ruth Langsford
Charlotte, now a presenter on Good Morning Britain, was seen hugging Eamonn at the TRIC awards in London as he sat in a wheelchair with his colleagues from GB News
The pair, who hosted the Sunrise show together between 2007 and 2014, were seen chatting for several minutes in what was his first public appearance since his separation from Ruth was announced.
One onlooker said: ‘Charlotte looked really concerned for Eamonn, she went over from her own table to see him as it would have been pretty difficult for him to move.
‘Charlotte appeared to be comforting him and checking he was okay. They were chatting and then had a bit of a giggle.’
His reunion with her comes just days after it emerged that he is being supported through his marriage split by blonde relationship counsellor Katie Alexander, 42, for the last 12 months.
Eamonn, who was shortlisted for news presenter alongside his GB News co-star Nigel Farage and GMB’s Susanna Reid surprised fellow guests by turning up in a wheelchair.
Unlike previous years, he didn’t take part in the red carpet arrivals but instead arrived quietly through a different entrance.
He did though, have the full support of his colleagues, including his GB News breakfast show sidekick Isabelle Webster who said the whole channel is behind him.
She told MailOnline: ‘Obviously he’s gone through an awful lot and we’re all behind him. Today will be nice for him and I’m looking out for him. It’s hard for anyone to do TV even if they’re going through something or not.’
Eamonn and Ruth Langsford, both 64, announced their plans to divorce last month after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together (pictured in 2022)
Onlookers watched as she giggled with a frail looking Eamonn, while placing her hand on his back during the event which was held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Mayfair
One onlooker said: ‘Charlotte looked really concerned for Eamonn, she went over from her own table to see him as it would have been pretty difficult for him to move’
Aside from Charlotte, Eamonn is also being consoled by two blonde beauties, his relationship counsellor Katie Alexander (L) and aesthetician Lisa Harris (R), amid his divorce
Eamonn and Ruth tied the knot in 2010 after 13 years together, in a lavish ceremony at the grand 19th century Hampshire hotel, The Elvetham
Eamonn was later seen enjoying a performance from popstar Pixie Lott who was the entertainment for the event.
Eamonn is in a wheelchair as he suffers from chronic back pain and is undergoing painful physio sessions.
Speaking in January he said the ‘harsh reality’ could be that he may never be able to walk alone again unaided.
Discussing his woes, he said: ‘It’s as if somebody up there is playing with my life. In the past year I’ve had an operation on my back which went wrong and has confined me to a wheelchair.
‘I’ve fallen and broken my shoulder. Honestly you could not make it up.’
He added: ‘I have tried every treatment, but you go. Maybe I’ll never get out of it,’ which is a harsh reality to face.’
Aside from Charlotte, Eamonn is also being consoled by two blonde beauties, his relationship counsellor Katie Alexander and aesthetician Lisa Harris, amid his divorce.
While his pairing with Lisa is believed to be platonic, sources have told MailOnline that Katie is ‘in love’ with the broadcaster.
Katie, 42, is said to be ‘smitten’ with the presenter after supporting him during his turbulent split.
The divorcee and mother-of-three has grown close to the star after a ‘string of outings’ together, and has reportedly said she is ‘in it for the long haul.’
Tina – best known for her long-serving role as Sarah Platt in Coronation Street – claimed her own share of the spotlight in a vibrant red blazer and matching shorts
Pixie caught the eye in a stylish one shoulder-dress with a thigh-skimming hemline (left), while Danielle looked appropriately elegant in a sleeveless taupe gown (right)
Now, friends have told MailOnline that she and Eamonn are so close she’s ‘in love’ with him.
The TRIC Awards, which launched in 1969, sees celebrities from a range of mediums come together to celebrate the respective achievements of online and on-screen productions.
And Pixie Lott was among the early arrivals as she joined soap actresses Tina O’Brien and Danielle Harold on the red carpet.
The singer, 33, caught the eye in a stylish one shoulder-dress with a thigh-skimming hemline as she greeted onlookers at the annual event.
A matching scarf complemented the outfit, while black leather ankle-boots rounded off her ensemble.
Joining the pop star, Tina – best known for her long-serving role as Sarah Platt in Coronation Street – claimed her own share of the spotlight in a vibrant red blazer and matching shorts.
The actress, 40, complimented the co-ord – and boosted her cleavage – with a form-fitting crop top that fully exposed her abs, while matching strappy heels completed the look.
Elsewhere Danielle looked appropriately elegant in a sleeveless taupe gown that drew attention to her slender physique.
The actress, 32, who won a British Soap Award for her portrayal of cancer stricken Lola Pearce in EastEnders, rounded off her look with a pair of black suede peep-toe boots.
Also in attendance on Tuesday afternoon, Good Morning Britain weather-girl Laura Tobin referenced the UK’s current heatwave in a floral print dress as she joined colleagues Charlotte Hawkins, Sean Fletcher and Ed Balls on the red carpet.
Good Morning Britain presenters Laura Tobin (left) and Charlotte Hawkins (right) were also in attendance at London’s Grosvenor House hotel on Tuesday afternoon
L-R: Good Morning Britain regulars Sean Fletcher, Charlotte Hawkins, Ed Balls and Laura Tobin at the 2024 TRIC Awards
Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas (left) and actress and TV presenter Zoe Hardman (right) posed for photos after arriving at the event on Tuesday
First Dates star Fred Sirieix looked smart in a powder blue two-piece suit at the event
Eddie Kadi (left) and Nikita Kanda (right) posed for photos at the 55th annual TRIC Awards in London on Tuesday afternoon
The TV meteorologist, 42, completed her look with a pair of strappy gold heels, whilea lilac leather handbag served as her only notable accessory.
Adding her own touch of glamour to proceedings, co-presenter Charlotte, 49, turned heads in an emerald green gown with a thigh-high side-slash.
Other guests included Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas, 63, who greeted onlookers with a smile as she arrived in a smart green trouser-suit.
The ballroom professional offset the look with a neutral white vest top, while a string of matching pearls provided a focal point as she posed for photos before making her way inside.
Actress and TV presenter Zoe Hardman looked equally stylish in a cream gilet and matching shorts that fully exposed her toned legs.
The 42-year old rounded off her look with a pair of strappy heels, while distinctive gold bracelets were worn on both wrists.
Not to be outdone, Lady Victoria Hervey left little to the imagination after making her entrance in an embellished semi-sheer gown.
The British socialite, 47, partially revealed her side-boob as she crossed the red carpet before mingling with guests at the Grosvenor House hotel event.
GB News presenter Isabel Webster (left) and Casualty actress Kellie Shirley (right) were also on the guest list as the annual event got underway
Coronation Street regulars David Neilson and Maureen Lipman made a joint appearance at Grosvenor House hotel
Lady Victoria Hervey left little to the imagination in a semi-sheer dress as she greeted photographers at the event
L-R: Sean Fletcher, Laura Tobin, Ed Balls, Charlotte Hawkins and Richard Arnold posed for a group shot