Eamonn Holmes takes a break from TV to undergo a vital operation on his back

Eamonn Holmes has been forced to step away from his GB news show as he prepares for vital back surgery on Wednesday.

The 62-year-old TV personality said she was “praying” before the operation that it would relieve the pressure on her static nerves.

The broadcaster has suffered long-term struggles, previously recounting his battle with chronic back pain after a dislocated pelvis caused three herniated discs.

Ill health: Eamonn Holmes, 62, has been forced to step away from his GB news show as he prepares for vital back surgery on Wednesday.

Ill health: Eamonn Holmes, 62, has been forced to step away from his GB news show as he prepares for vital back surgery on Wednesday.

He told the Express: “It’s an operation that carries a 20 per cent risk of going wrong, but such is the pain and restrictions I’ve been under for the last 18 months, I’ve decided it’s a risk I’m willing to take. “. drink’.

“In fact, it’s a risk I want to take because, right now, nothing could seem worse than constant pain running through my lower back and legs.”

Said ‘pray for God to guide [his] the surgeon’s hand this week’ to help him get back to being the ‘man he used to be’.

Nervous: The TV personality said he was 'praying' before doctors cut into his back in a bid to relieve pressure on his static nerves

Nervous: The TV personality said he was ‘praying’ before doctors cut into his back in a bid to relieve pressure on his static nerves

He went on to reveal to the publication that the agony can be so intense that sleep is sometimes its own ‘escape’.

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He added that someone may be surrounded by family and friends but intense pain may feel like their partner.

Before saying that he hopes his recovery can offer hope to those who can no longer deal with their depression or anger with chronic pain.

Stick: The broadcaster has suffered long-term struggles, previously recounting his battle with chronic back pain after a dislocated pelvis led to three herniated discs (pictured using a cane alongside wife Ruth Langsford in 2021)

Stick: The broadcaster has suffered long-term struggles, previously recounting his battle with chronic back pain after a dislocated pelvis led to three herniated discs (pictured using a cane alongside wife Ruth Langsford in 2021)

Eamonn temporarily stepped down from his role as GB News co-anchor in June while undergoing hospital treatment due to his painful condition.

The broadcaster has suffered long-term struggles, previously recounting his battle with chronic back pain after a dislocated pelvis caused three herniated discs.

Former This Morning presenter Eamonn left GB News viewers wondering where he was when he wasn’t on screen, with the journalist taking to Twitter to set the record straight, writing: “Many of you have been asking why I haven’t been presenting GB News.

‘Unfortunately, due to the recurrence of a long-term back condition, I had to undergo unexpected hospital treatment and am now following doctor’s orders and have taken a short break.

“However, I am looking forward to being back together with Isabel, my co-host and friend from Breakfast, next week.

‘Although I only joined GB News six months ago, the entire team and our amazing audience have shown me immense support which has been greatly appreciated.

“Now I just need some time with my family to heal and recover.”

It comes after he has hit out at Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield again, accusing them both of ‘lying’ about not skipping the queue to see the Queen lying in state.

Treatment: Eamonn has previously shown followers a glimpse of his treatment for the condition via Instagram

Treatment: Eamonn has previously shown followers a glimpse of his treatment for the condition via Instagram

Holly and Philip were accused of skipping the line at Westminster Hall in London last week as tens of thousands of mourners waited patiently for 12 hours straight to pay their respects to Her Majesty.

The hosts later issued a statement insisting they did not jump the queue and “respect” the rules for the media, saying their visit was “strictly for reporting.”

Speaking at GB News Breakfast on Wednesday, Eamonn was blunt about the fact that he didn’t believe his former colleagues, saying “they were wrong”.

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Speaking to presenter Clare Muldoon, Eamonn said: ‘I’ll tell you what’s strategic. Why is Holly fighting to keep her job, according to The Sun, but Mr. Phillip is not?

Clare replied: ‘Who knows? Twitter, last night, said that she didn’t want to leave her job at This Morning.

Who wouldn’t want to give up £600,000 a year and all that goes with it? I think the brand is very damaged. There has to be a top-down change at This Morning.

Criticism: It comes after he hit out at Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield again, accusing them both of 'lying' about not skipping the queue to see the Queen laid in state.

Criticism: It comes after he hit out at Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield again, accusing them both of ‘lying’ about not skipping the queue to see the Queen laid in state.

Eamonn then read Holly and Phillip’s statement, saying, “We didn’t jump the queue, we were working.” Why was your boss there working with you?

Referring to a photo of Holly wearing a mask inside Westminster Hall, Clare asked: ‘Why was she wearing a mask? Is she allergic to the public?

Eamonn replied: ‘No, she does that. “Holly is crying”, but Holly is always crying. But wearing a mask, I think she’s quite fearful, germophobic.

Professional tour: Presenters have faced mounting fury after images emerged on Friday of them appearing to

Professional tour: Presenters have faced mounting fury after footage emerged on Friday of them appearing to “skip the queue” as tens of thousands of mourners waited patiently.

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