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Nadia Breen

Eamonn Holmes supported by celeb pals after death of his mum

Celebrity pals have sent messages of support to Eamonn Holmes after the death of his mum Josie.

The North Belfast man's mum died on Friday, November 18, aged 93.

In an Instagram post, Eamonn said: "My four amazing brothers and I said goodbye for the last time to our beautiful mum Josie this afternoon. She's at last reunited with daddy now.

Read more: Eamonn Holmes announces that his mum has died aged 93

"That is our only consolation. We loved and will miss her so much.

"Every time I visited her she came to the door to bless me with holy water and wave goodbye.

"Now sadly it really is Goodbye Mummy x."

In a Twitter post, the 62-year-old added: "At 93 age hardly withered her.

"My Dear Mother [Josephine] who has left us to go to Heaven.

"Requiescat in Pace... Thank you to all of you who paid tributes and your respects. She was some lady."

Eamonn and his mum Josie (Eamonn Holmes/Instagram)

Commenting on Instagram, Eamonn's GB News breakfast show co-host Isabel Webster said: "Words fail me. Huge condolences E. Call me anytime, night or day xxx."

Comedian Alan Carr said: "So sorry. Sending you lots of love today."

Mark Wright said: "Bless you Eamonn. Sending so much love to all of you x" with wife Michelle Keegan also commenting: "So sorry. Sending love to you and your family Eamonn. xx."

TV presenter Susanna Reid said: "I’m so sorry. Sending love."

Eamonn's mum Josie (Eamonn Holmes/Instagram)

Ballroom dancer James Jordan commented: "My dear friend - my heart breaks for you. Sending love to your family and may your mum rest in peace."

TV personality Saira Khan also gave her support and said: "Heartbroken for you my darling friend. Sending you and all your family my deepest sympathy, love and prayers."

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