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Nadia Breen

Eamonn Holmes 'learning to walk' using harness as he says he's 'trying so hard'

Eamonn Holmes has been flooded with support after he shared an image of himself "learning to walk with purpose".

The North Belfast man shared the photo on Wednesday from his physio session, in which he is using a harness.

The 63-year-old said: "Learning to walk with purpose today. Gosh I'm trying to hard.

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"The harness gives me more confidence than I have. Wish me well."

Eamonn began experiencing severe back pain in recent years and underwent back surgery at the end of September 2022.

The 63-year-old later tumbled down a spiral staircase when recovering from his operation, requiring surgery on his shoulder.

Wife Ruth Langsford commented on the social media post and said: "We can rebuild him! Hard work will pay off x."

Carol Vorderman said: "Oh gosh Eamonn. Sending hugest love and strength."

Reality star Vicky Pattison said: "Sending you so much love you wonderful man."

Singer Alexandra Burke added: "Sending you love and strength my darling. Thinking of you! Xx."

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