Loose Women fans call out 'disrespectful' Ruth Langsford 'snub' to Eamonn Holmes

Eamonn and Ruth decided to separate after 14 years of marriage (Image: GETTY)

A comment by Loose Women's Ruth Langsford during Tuesday's has been perceived by viewers as a subtle slight towards her hubby, Eamonn Holmes.

The panel were chatting about the emotional impact of gifts from loved ones when Ruth remarked, "I think any gift from a friend is a special gift, anything that a friend gives you.

"When someone says friendship bracelet I don't think of a beautiful silver bracelet, I think of a bit of cotton that a kid has made for you.

"I don't have grandchildren, I hope I will one day, but I can imagine that. If a grandchild or something has made me something I would feel the need to wear it."

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Eagle-eyed fans were swift to point out that Ruth actually does have step-grandchildren through Eamonna fact which seemingly slipped her mind on air, reports the Mirror.

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Ruth returned to Loose Women this week (Image: ITV)

One fan pointedly tweeted "#Loosewomen I thought you had a granddaughter Ruth."

This sparked debate among Twitter users, with one replying, "They're Eamonn's grandkids. I bet she doesn't see them now."

Another viewer expressed surprise, posting: "In the 14 years Eamon and Ruth were together, Her stepson Declan had two children. She would have known them... Her step-grandchildren. Now, she says she has no grandchildren. Ouch."

Someone else agreed, adding their voice: "Exactly, I thought that was a bit disrespectful of her to say that."

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A comment came from another observed: "Ruth saying she doesn't have grandchildren when she has step-grandkids on Eamonn's side, I thought that was a bit mean."

Earlier this year, television favourites Eamonn and Ruth made the revelation that their 14-year union has come to an end.

The duo, who first crossed paths in 1997 and tied the knot in 2010, has a son Jack together, while Eamonn is also a father and grandfather from a previous relationship.

Ruth has remained tight-lipped about the split so far, yet Eamonn touched upon the subject during a GB News segment with co-host Isabel Webster.

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Eamonn Holmes, with his wife Ruth Langsford and his son Jack and daughter Rebecca (right) (Image: GETTY) window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/dist/article-top-articles20240723.min.js"

Commenting on the situation, he expressed gratitude saying: "Just before we move on we'd just like to thank people for your support for Ruth and I over the last few days as to the news of our separation. Your support for both of us is very much appreciated."

Following a brief hiatus, Ruth recently graced the Loose Women panel once more, sparking a warm interruption from colleague Coleen Nolan who exclaimed: "Wait, wait, wait, before you carry on, can I just say I am so so happy you're back."

Loose Women continues weekdays on ITV from 12:30pm.

Loose Women fans call out 'disrespectful' Ruth Langsford 'snub' to Eamonn Holmes

Loose Women fans call out 'disrespectful' Ruth Langsford 'snub' to Eamonn Holmes

Loose Women fans call out 'disrespectful' Ruth Langsford 'snub' to Eamonn Holmes

Loose Women fans call out 'disrespectful' Ruth Langsford 'snub' to Eamonn Holmes

Loose Women fans call out 'disrespectful' Ruth Langsford 'snub' to Eamonn Holmes