Eamonn Holmes in hospital after suffering a stroke

In a statement on Saturday, a GB News spokesperson said Holmes, 66, “was taken ill last week and it was later confirmed he had suffered a stroke”.

“He is currently responding well to treatment,” the spokesperson added.

“Eamonn has asked for privacy as he focuses on getting better.

“His colleagues and everyone at GB News wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming him back to the people’s channel when he is ready to return.”

Eamonn Holmes is recovering from a stroke

The Northern Irish broadcaster presents GB News Breakfast with his co-host Ellie Costello.

Alex Armstrong will present in his absence this week, the broadcaster added.

Angelos Frangopoulos, chief executive of GB News, said: “Eamonn is a loved member of the GB News family, and we’re with him every step of the way as he recovers.”

Holmes presented on Sky News and ITV before he joined GB News in 2022 to host its breakfast show.

The TV presenter previously opened up about his health, sharing: “Well obviously I’ve been better.

“I’ve got this back and paralysis problem which has been with me now for three years.

“It’s terrible to come to terms with.

“The thing is, nobody seems to know what the problem is so I just stick with it and hopefully they’ll find a cure one day.”

GB News CEO Angelos Frangopoulos shared in a brief statement: “Eamonn is a loved member of the GB News family, and we’re with him every step of the way as he recovers.”

A stroke takes place when blood stops flowing to a part of the brain, according to the NHS.