Eamonn Holmes, 64, takes girlfriend Katie Alexander, 42, to visit his hometown of Belfast amid claims they are 'in it for the long haul' after split from Ruth Langsford Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.uk By Laura Parkin For Mailonline Published: 23:28 BST, 24 August 2024 | Updated: 23:28 BST, 24 August 2024 e-mail View comments Eamonn Holmes took his girlfriend Katie Alexander to visit his hometown of Belfast this week amid claims they are 'in it for the long haul.

' The presenter, 64, and his estranged wife Ruth Langsford, also 64, announced their plans to divorce after 14 years of marriage in May and it later emerged that he was dating the blonde relationship therapist, 42. Eamonn is currently on a summer break from his GB News Breakfast show and is set to return next week. During his time off, he has been spotted by locals in ­Carrickfergus, dining at the same budget restaurant, Papa Browns, for four days in a row, The Sun reports.

A member of staff at the American diner told the publication: 'He came in four days in a row. I noticed his girlfriend had an English accent. They looked happy.

' Eamonn Holmes took his girlfriend Katie Alexander to visit his hometown of Belfast this week amid claims they are 'in it for the long haul' They continued: 'He appeared quite frail and it took a minute to recognise him, but he was always very polite and friendly. 'Both of them appeared at ease with being seen together. Eamonn really enjoyed it.

' He is set to make his comeb.