Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford's "significant" change this Christmas could still be a positive one, if they prioritise their 22-year-old son Jack's needs, an expert has warned. The former This Morning presenters are currently in the process of a divorce, following 14 years of marriage.
Following reports that the pair are now only speaking through lawyers, Chloé Moreau, a relationship expert at ExpertsEnRencontres, believes their very different Christmas could actually "pave the way for a new sense of balance". She explains: "Spending the holidays apart, especially after 20 years together, is bound to bring up emotions for both Ruth and Eamonn.
"For their son, Jack, this will also be a significant adjustment, as he navigates the reality of having his parents in separate households during such a family-centric time."
To help those involved feel "connected", Chloe suggests "small but meaningful gestures, like establishing new traditions or creating special moments individually" with their son. The relationship expert goes on to urge the couple to focus on two key factors amid the shift; open communication and reassurance.
"Although challenging, this Christmas could be an opportunity for Ruth, Eamonn, and Jack to redefine what the holiday season means to them," she continues. "With mutual respect and a focus on Jack's happiness, this period can highlight their shared commitment as a family, even if the structure of that family has changed."
She emphasises that prioritising Jack's welfare will "demonstrate resilience and love", potentially leading to a "meaningful time for everyone". Post-split, Ruth appears to have remained single, while Eamonn has embarked on a new romance with Katie Alexander.
Recent rumours suggested an engagement between the new couple after she was seen sporting a diamond ring on her wedding finger. However, a friend of Eamonn's quashed the rumours telling The Daily Mail that they are "very serious about each other", but "definitely not engaged".
Another insider revealed to The Sun that Eamonn and Ruth aim to "resolve their divorce as quickly as possible in the new year". They added: "Ruth is keen to stay in their marital home as it is where she is settled.
"Eamonn, however, wants to get out and make a fresh start."
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