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Ryan Paton

Eamonn Holmes confirms This Morning exit as he joins rival broadcaster

Eamonn Holmes has confirmed he has quit ITV to join rival station GB News.

The 61-year-old presenter confirmed he will front a new programme on the station, which will debut in 2022.

Eamonn released a statement today to share his excitement at at the new challenge.

READ MORE: Alison Hammond applies for 'new role' as she misses This Morning

He said: " I've spent my career on broadcasting firsts and start-ups, and GB News is one of the most exciting yet.

"It's just the kind of shake-up the industry needs.

I've admired GB News from the beginning for its clever mix of punchy debate but delivered with warmth and even some fun.

"To me the greatest honour in journalism is to give a voice and respect to the unheard, and that's exactly what GB News is all about."

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