Ruth Langsford quips she's 'not a bit sorry' in new post about her shared dog Maggie amid her bitter custody battle with ex Eamonn Holmes Have YOU got a story? Email [email protected] By Laura Fox For Mailonline Published: 09:12 BST, 6 August 2024 | Updated: 09:20 BST, 6 August 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Ruth Langsford has quipped she's 'not a bit sorry' in her latest social media post, after becoming embroiled in a bitter custody battle with her ex Eamonn Holmes . The former This Morning star, 64, split from her husband in May, and sources have since claimed Eamonn is set to lose custody of their beloved dog Maggie in the midst of their divorce.
While both stars have spent time with Maggie in the wake of their split, fans have noticed that in recent weeks, Eamonn, 64, had failed to share updates on the dog, after she underwent an operation. Ruth informed her followers last month that the adorable Border Collie cross was recovering from a surgery to remove a wart. The star made it clear over the weekend that the Border Collie was still very much in her care, sharing a social media post of the dog relaxing with her mother at home.
Ruth Langsford has quipped she's 'not a bit sorry' in her latest social media post, after becoming embroiled in a bitter custody battle with her ex Eamonn Holmes In the post, Ruth quipped: 'Another afternoon nap for Grandma disturbed!!' She then shared another post of little Maggie gazing up at her, adding: 'Not a bit sorry!' The Loose Women alum adopted the pooch with her ex husband Eamonn, 64, back in 2011 as Maggie is said to be as a 'second child' to them. Discussing the couple's custody battle, a source previously told The Sun: 'Maggie is like a daughter to them. They dote on her.
But she's getting on and they know she needs stability. 'It's a case of who can give her that. Eamonn adores her and Maggie's been such a support during his health woes.
The thought of giving her up is heartbreaking to him. 'But if Ruth is able to get out and about and walk her more, then it may well be that she gets Maggie in the split.' The source added the former couple aims for a reasonable deal-breaker 'without getting any lawyers involved'.
Eamonn and wife Ruth Langford, both 64, announced they were going their separate ways in May after work commitments ' took their marriage in different directions '. The former This Morning star split from her husband in May, and sources have since claimed Eamonn is set to lose custody of their beloved dog Maggie in the midst of their divorce Discussing the couple's custody battle, a source previously told The Sun: 'Maggie is like a daughter to them. They dote on her.
But she's getting on and they know she needs stability' They had been together for 27 years and married for 14. The pair share son Jack, 22, while he has three children Declan, 35, Rebecca, 32, and Niall, 30, from a previous marriage. It had been reported Eamonn was being consoled amid the split by Katie Alexander who is 22 years his junior and also a relationship counsellor.
Read More PICTURED: Eamonn Holmes' younger female companion who has been 'helping him through his divorce' According to The Sun Katie has told friends they are 'planning a future together' and their previous 'close friendship' had 'gone up several notches'. The paper previously revealed how Eamonn had grown close to an unknown woman since last year, after they first came into contact several years ago. The broadcaster is said to have been on outings with the woman, including a visit to a safari park and has reportedly spoiled her with gifts.
She is not said to be a reason for the marriage breakdown. He has also endorsed a charity linked to her work and helped to host a fund-raising event free of charge. The woman's name has never been mentioned, with Eamonn making sure to not reveal it on social media and the publication reported that Ruth was seemingly not aware of their meetings until recently.
Sources told the paper that Eamonn treated his close friend to various extravagant days out including a Beyonce concert, a Center Parcs visit last year and tickets to see his favourite team Man United play at Old Trafford. They explained: 'Ruth was obviously aware that her marriage was crumbling, but as details emerge, her upset has turned to anger. 'Eamonn's friend is bowled over by being lavished with attention and kindness from him.
' The pair met via Twitter after the woman commented on a post and it sparked a conversation between the pair. Friends explained that the woman's counselling skills include coping with 'feeling sad' and 'separation and divorce' therefore it seems fitting she will be supporting Eamonn at this time of uncertainty. Eamonn Holmes This Morning Ruth Langsford Share or comment on this article: Ruth Langsford quips she's 'not a bit sorry' in new post about her shared dog Maggie amid her bitter custody battle with ex Eamonn Holmes e-mail Add comment.
