Eamonn Holmes was noticeably absent from his regular presenting spot on GB News on Tuesday morning. Ben Leo filled in for him, co-hosting alongside Ellie Costello. Eamonn typically presents every week from Monday to Wednesday. His absence follows his biting remarks about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's public display of affection at the Invictus Games. Meghan and Harry were present at the opening ceremony in Vancouver. The couple were spotted sharing a kiss and holding hands during the first event of the games.
Responding to their appearance on GB News, Breakfast host Eamonn Holmes criticised the couple's "nonsense" displays of affection, accusing the Duchess of putting on an "acted-out" performance, reports the Express. Eamonn told the panel: "All this nonsense is in the papers today. If you just look at these pictures, all this is so acted out.". The host described the displays of affection - holding hands, embracing, and exuding devotion - as something that felt "insincere".
Commenting on the pictures, he said: "Oh, gosh." When co-host Ellie Costello questioned him on whether he thought these gestures were genuine or just an act, he firmly stated: "It's totally fake.". Commentator Dawn Neesom also shared her views during the discussion on GB News. She suggested that Meghan's behaviour seemed to be a response to recent comments made by Donald Trump, who hinted that Prince Harry was having difficulties in his marriage.
Dawn offered her insights, sharing: "Both Harry and Meghan were present, and I have to say, I find it hard to disagree. Meghan was engaged in an unusually public display of affection, reminiscent of a couple on a romantic first date.". Eamonn opened up about the nation's current feelings towards Prince Harry, hinting that his passionate speech championing disabled athletes might have been influenced by remarks made by the US President.
He praised the Duke of Sussex for such a commendable effort, highlighting it as a notable positive gesture. Eamonn professed his personal fondness for Prince Harry, suggesting that the British public could potentially revise their views on him and eventually reopen their arms to his return to the Royal fold. Nevertheless, the host viewed the Duchess of Sussex with more skepticism. He argued that while there might be a way back for Harry within the Royal domain, the same avenue might not exist for Meghan.
He made his opinion abundantly clear, saying: "I like the lad, I think the country would recondition themselves back towards him. I think he'd be welcomed back eventually. But her? No, no, no.". In recent commentary, Dawn also touched upon Prince Harry's poignant speech at the Invictus Games' opening ceremony. She theorized that the words of the Duke may be seen as a veiled critique of former US President Donald Trump, amidst their very public spat.
Prince Harry spoke to the gathered veterans, urging them to demonstrate traits like "courage, values, and humanity," in a time with turmoil and the unknown, where poor moral fibre appears to be on the rise. Dawn pointed out that Prince Harry's remarks seemed particularly poignant in their timing and sentiment, potentially serving as a subtle rebuke of Trump, especially in light of the contentious remarks he made about Meghan.
Wrapping up, Dawn suggested that the Duke's observations are highlighting deeper issues of integrity and character prevalent in today's society, possibly alluding to the recent actions of the former president. Breakfast with Eamonn and Ellie is on GB News every weekday from 6am to 9.30am. GB News is available on Freeview, YouView, Freesat, Sky, and Virgin Media. Get our daily royal round-up direct to your inbox.
