Ruth Langsford, 64, Teases ‘This Morning’ Comeback as She Arrives in Brisbane for ‘I’m A Celebrity’ Spin-Off

Former This Morning host Ruth Langsford has suggested she might consider returning to the ITV program, saying, “Never say never,” after touching down in Brisbane, Australia, on Thursday.

The 64-year-old presenter, a long-standing Friday show host, is in the country to appear on the spin-off series I’m A Celebrity: Unpacked.

The former ITV host is making her I’m A Celebrity debut as a guest on the show’s spin-off show Unpacked.

Langsford’s trip follows a tumultuous period in her personal and professional life. Earlier this year, she announced her separation from Eamonn Holmes, her husband of 14 years and co-host on This Morning for more than a decade. The couple’s high-profile partnership ended in 2020 when Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary replaced them in their Friday slot.

Langsford’s potential return to This Morning comes as the show undergoes significant changes, including the resignation of its longtime editor, Martin Frizell. Frizell, 65, recently stepped down after 10 years, citing a desire to spend more time with his wife, Fiona Phillips, who is battling Alzheimer’s disease.

Ruth hosted This Morning every Friday and in school holidays alongside estranged husband Eamonn Holmes for 14 years (pictured together on the show in 2021)

Asked about her possible comeback, Langsford remained non-committal but open, stating, “I haven’t been there for two years, so I don’t take much notice but never say never.”

Her arrival in Brisbane is also tied to her support for her friends and campmates Jane Moore, 62, and Grace Keeling (known as GK Barry), 25, participating in this I’m A Celebrity season. Langsford is expected to provide behind-the-scenes insights on the camp dynamics to the spin-off show’s hosts, Joel Dommett, Kemi Rodgers, and Sam Thompson.

ITV flew Ruth in as she is close to campmate Jane Moore, 62, and also works with GK Barry, 25, on the Loose panel

The trip marks Langsford’s first visit to Australia during what she described as a challenging year. A source close to the presenter told The Sun that the opportunity to join the spin-off show has been a “welcome distraction” after her split from Holmes.

After her gruelling 23-hour flight from Heathrow Airport, Ruth appeared in great spirits in her stylish travel attire.

Meanwhile, Holmes, 64, has moved on with relationship counsellor Katie Alexander, 43. The couple made their first public appearance together at The Irish Post Awards. According to sources, Alexander has been supportive during Holmes’ adjustment to life post-divorce.

Ruth is eyeing a potential return to the programme following the news that Martin Frizell is stepping down from This Morning.

Despite the upheaval, Langsford looks forward to spending time in Australia and cheering on her fellow Loose Women panellists. She said about the contestants, “I’m rooting for Jane and Grace. Maybe there’ll be two Queens of the Jungle this year.”

Commenting on whether she would now return to This Morning, Ruth said: ‘Never say never.’

When asked about the significant shake-up on the show, Ruth said: ‘I haven’t been there for two years, so I don’t take much notice.’

Ruth looked incredibly excited to be in Australia as she arrived Down Under

The TV star spoke about a potential return to the ITV morning show.

Ruth cut a stylish figure in a striped white and black top and jumper.

In 2020, Ruth and Eamonn were dropped from their Friday slot and replaced by Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary (pictured together in 2009)

Langsford’s involvement in the spin-off series is expected to add star power to the revamped format, and ITV executives have expressed excitement about her contribution.

On Wednesday, it was revealed Martin Frizell, 65, had quit after 10 years in charge to be ‘around much more’ for wife Fiona Phillips, 63, as she battles Alzheimer’s disease (pictured in 2016)

Eamonn has been dating counsellor Katie Alexander, 43, since his split from Ruth and had her by his side as he hosted the Irish Post Awards in London.

As the festive season approaches, Langsford appears poised to make the most of her time Down Under, professionally and personally, while keeping the possibility of returning to her former role at This Morning on the table.