Eamonn Holmes was left heartbroken on Friday as the presenter revealed that his beloved mum, Josephine, had sadly passed away.
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The GB News host took to Instagram to share a beautiful photo of his late mother, who was waving him off as he left her home on one occasion. Posting a moving tribute, the star said: "My 4 amazing brothers and I said Goodbye for the last time to our beautiful Mum Josie this afternoon. She's at last reunited with Daddy now. That is our only consolation."
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He added: "We loved and will miss her so much. Every time I visited her she came to the door to bless me with Holy Water and Wave goodbye. Now sadly it really is Goodbye Mummy x."
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The post immediately saw him inundated with support as fans rushed to share messages of condolence.
One shared: "Oh Eamonn, I'm so sorry. Such a difficult time, sending my condolences and love to you and the family," while close friend Susanna Reid added: "I'm so sorry. Sending love."
A third commented: "Eamonn I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss. I know your dear Mother meant so so much to you. Sending you lots of love and strength," and Huw Edwards wrote: "Love and sympathy."
© Photo: InstagramEamonn mourned his late mother
It's been a rough time for the Irish-born presenter as of late, as he is still in recovery following a nasty fall and operation.
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As a result of his recovery, Eamonn has been off-air for two months, and it's clear this his presenting pals are missing him.
© Photo: InstagramThe two were close
His co-star Isabel Webster spoke about Eamonn's health on the show and told viewers: "It's been a tough few weeks for my lovely friend and co-presenter.
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"I can't wait to have him back, fighting fit, in the New Year."
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