Eamonn Holmes has found himself at the centre of a social media storm after a moment on GB News’ breakfast show left viewers more focused on his snacking than the serious topic being discussed.
The 65-year-old presenter was on air alongside co-host Ellie Costello, tackling the UK’s ongoing migrant crisis. The segment included an exclusive report from Patrick Christys, who was live from Calais speaking to people who had just made the perilous journey across the Channel in dinghies, reported the Express.
But when the show cut back to the studio, viewers couldn’t help but notice Eamonn chewing as Ellie introduced their guest, former Conservative special advisor Charlie Rowley. The timing didn’t go down well with the audience, who were quick to voice their frustration online.
One particularly irate viewer vented: “Why is Holmes allowed to stuff himself live on TV? So bl**dy unprofessional.” The moment caused a ripple of complaints on social media, with several others chiming in to criticise what they felt was a lack of basic broadcasting standards.
Though the conversation on screen was meant to be centred on one of the most pressing issues facing the UK right now, the unexpected sight of Eamonn mid-bite seemed to overshadow the gravity of the discussion for many tuning in.
There was no official response from GB News or Eamonn himself at the time, but the backlash was enough to keep the moment trending among viewers, some of whom called for more professionalism during such sensitive segments.
It’s not the first time a presenter has drawn criticism for their on-air behaviour, but when the subject matter is as serious as migration and border security, the margin for error is even smaller. For many who had tuned in expecting an in-depth discussion, the unintentional distraction proved a bit too much to overlook.
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