TV presenter Eamonn Holmes reportedly has “no regrets” over his feud with Phillip Schofield and seemingly doesn’t want to make amends.

Eamonn alongside his ex-wife Ruth Langsford used to host ITV’s This Morning while Holly Willoughby was also the face of the show. However, according to an inside source at MailOnline, Eamonn’s “deep dislike” for Phillip contributed to the ending of his marriage to Ruth.

Now, more than a year later, Eamonn has doubled down—insisting he doesn’t regret a single word. Speaking to a tabloid over the weekend, Holmes said, “People keep asking if I’d take any of it back. The answer is no. I said what everyone in the industry was thinking but too afraid to admit. I still loathe the man, and I don’t say that lightly. What he did, the way he carried on—it was disgraceful. And the way ITV brushed it all under the carpet was even worse.”

While some viewers see Holmes as a truth-teller, others argue that his repeated attacks cross a line. Critics on social media have accused him of “fueling old grudges” and “lacking compassion.” One comment that gained traction read, “Schofield made terrible mistakes, but Eamonn seems obsessed. This level of hostility isn’t healthy.” In response, Holmes dismissed the backlash as “noise,” telling reporters, “People can call me bitter if they like. I call it being honest. I don’t do fake smiles and fake friendships. Not anymore.”

ITV has yet to issue a statement addressing Holmes’ latest comments, though insiders reportedly view his remarks as “unhelpful” and “damaging” to ongoing efforts to move the network past the Schofield scandal. One unnamed executive told The Mirror, “Eamonn’s words always make headlines, but they also drag up wounds we’re trying to heal. The last thing ITV needs is another round of this drama.” Still, the broadcaster seems reluctant to publicly challenge Holmes—likely wary of turning the story into an even bigger media circus.

Phillip Schofield, for his part, has remained largely out of the spotlight since stepping away from television. Friends say he’s been “keeping a low profile,” focusing on rebuilding his personal life away from public scrutiny. When asked about Holmes’ latest remarks, a source close to Schofield told MailOnline, “Phillip has no interest in engaging. He’s moved on. Eamonn clearly hasn’t.”

When they were still married, Ruth and Eamonn suddenly stopped presenting on This Morning. Ruth remained on ITV’s Loose Women while Eamonn moved over to GB News. Last year, Phillip left ITV altogether after he admitted to having an affair with a much younger This Morning colleague. He described the relationship as “unwise” but “not illegal.”

At the height of Phillip’s scandal, Eamonn bashed Phillip for his lies and “toxic” behaviour behind the scenes.

Phillip left ITV last year (Credit: YouTube)
Eamonn Holmes ‘disliked’ Phillip Schofield ‘for a long time’

“Eamonn’s dislike for Phillip existed for a long time, but it became very public at the end of his marriage to Ruth,” an inside source recently revealed.

The source stated that as Eamonn’s “hatred” for Phillip and ITV grew, “the cracks in their relationship grew deeper.”

His remarks quickly spread across social media, with the phrase “Eamonn vs Phillip” trending on X (formerly Twitter) within hours. Fans and media pundits were quick to weigh in. One viewer wrote, “Eamonn Holmes is the only one who’s been consistently honest about what went on at ITV.” Another countered, “Enough is enough—Phillip’s career is already over. Eamonn just sounds bitter now.” Regardless of which side people take, there’s no denying Holmes’ comments have reignited one of the most polarising media feuds in recent memory.

Holmes’ criticisms aren’t just personal—they cut deep into the culture at ITV. He’s repeatedly accused the network of fostering a “toxic” work environment, suggesting that both Schofield and management allowed a “climate of fear” to thrive behind the scenes. “When you work somewhere that’s supposed to be happy and friendly, but everyone’s walking on eggshells, you know something’s wrong,” Holmes said during his interview. “People forget—Ruth [Langsford] and I were part of that world for years. We saw what was really happening, and it wasn’t pretty.”

Holmes’ wife and longtime co-host, Ruth Langsford, has remained notably more restrained. Though she publicly supported Holmes’ stance during the original fallout, she has avoided further comment this time around. Insiders say Ruth is eager to move on from the drama, focusing instead on her ongoing work with ITV’s Loose Women. “Ruth’s professional,” a source told OK! Magazine. “She’s got friends at ITV and doesn’t want to get dragged back into the feud. Eamonn, on the other hand, still feels wronged by how things ended. He’s never forgiven them—or Phillip—for the way it all played out.”

Indeed, Holmes’ departure from ITV two years ago was fraught with tension. After 15 years of presenting This Morning alongside Ruth, the couple were gradually phased out in favour of younger talent. Holmes has since claimed he was “sidelined” and “disrespected” by ITV bosses, suggesting that Schofield played a part in those decisions. Whether true or not, the experience clearly left scars. “It wasn’t just about Phillip’s scandal,” Holmes said. “It was about years of arrogance and control. Some people in that building thought they were untouchable—and Phillip was one of them.”

Ruth was reportedly not “over the moon about it” and became “a bit dismayed at Eamonn for making repeated digs at ITV” when This Morning axed them.

“But given she was still a cemented member of the Loose Women family, it made things somewhat awkward for her to have Eamonn criticising ITV,” they added.

Eamonn’s feud with Phillip impacted his marriage to Ruth (Credit: YouTube)
Eamonn ‘has no plans to ever make it up with Philip’

The inside continued by revealing that Eamonn “loathes Phillip” and has “no regrets” about what he said. The Irish presenter also doesn’t believe “he threw him under the bus” either.

“He doesn’t regret any of his behaviour; he believes he’s addicted to fame, and he can’t believe he’s attempted to relaunch himself with his documentary this week.”

EAMONN HOLMES DROPS BOMBSHELL ON PHILLIP SCHOFIELD! “I Still Loathe Him — And I’ve Got NO Regrets!” — GMB Star Stands Firm Amid Backlash Over “Throwing Him Under the Bus”

Eamonn Holmes has never been one to sugarcoat his words, and this week, he’s ignited fresh controversy with explosive new comments about former This Morning colleague Phillip Schofield. In a blistering interview, the Good Morning Britain presenter declared that he “still loathes” Schofield and has “no regrets” about calling him out during one of British television’s biggest scandals. The remarks have reignited tensions within ITV circles and left fans divided—some praising Holmes for “speaking his truth,” while others accuse him of “kicking a man when he’s down.”

The rift between Holmes and Schofield first made headlines last year, when Schofield dramatically resigned from This Morning following revelations about an “unwise but not illegal” relationship with a younger male colleague. The scandal rocked ITV to its core, leading to public scrutiny, internal investigations, and the eventual departure of several senior figures associated with the show. At the height of the controversy, Holmes was one of the loudest voices criticising both Schofield and ITV’s handling of the situation. Appearing on GB News at the time, Holmes accused the network of “covering up the truth” and described Schofield as a “liar and hypocrite.”

Behind the bluster, there’s a deeper question at play: why can’t Eamonn Holmes let this go? Some believe it’s about loyalty—to Ruth, to former colleagues, and to the integrity of the industry he’s spent decades in. Others suspect that, beneath the tough exterior, there’s still lingering resentment over how his own career at ITV ended. “Eamonn doesn’t like injustice,” said one friend. “He’s proud, he’s outspoken, and when he thinks someone’s been protected unfairly, he’ll call it out—even if it costs him.”

Whatever the motivation, there’s no denying that Holmes’ comments have once again thrust both him and Schofield back into the public eye. Media analysts suggest that Holmes’ bluntness, while controversial, is part of what makes him such a compelling figure. “Love him or hate him, Eamonn’s authenticity is rare in television these days,” said entertainment columnist Jane McBride. “He’s fearless—and that’s why people keep listening.”

As the dust settles, it seems unlikely that Holmes and Schofield will ever reconcile. The wounds run too deep, and both men have long since gone their separate ways professionally. Yet, for viewers, this renewed feud offers a glimpse into the fierce rivalries and fragile egos that lie behind Britain’s polished daytime TV façade.

Eamonn Holmes, ever defiant, summed it up best himself: “I’ve spent 40 years in this industry, and I’ve seen a lot of nonsense. But I’ll never apologise for telling the truth. I don’t care if people call it bitterness—it’s honesty. And I can live with that.”