Ruth Langsford
Television presenter
Full Name
:Ruth Wendy Langsford
Birth
:March 17, 1960 (64 years) , Colony of Singapore, Singapore
Profession
:Television presenter
Country
:Singapore
Zodiac
:Pisces
Net Worth
:around £4 million
Ruth Langsford was born on March 17, 1960, in Singapore. She is an English television presenter, best known for her work on various shows such as This Morning, Gift Wrapped, and How the Other Half Lives. Langsford also appears on ITV's Loose Women and presents Ruth Langsford's Fashion Edit on QVC.... read more
Career
Langsford began her career as a continuity announcer and newscaster for Television South West (TSW) in Plymouth, England. She left TSW in 1993 when Westcountry Television took over the franchise. From 1999 to 2002, and again from 2014, Ruth Langsford was a regular panelist on ITV's Loose Women, where she also served as a stand-in anchor from 2010 to 2013. She became a guest presenter on This Morning in 2000 and a regular presenter in 2006, co-hosting with Phillip Schofield.
Profession
Ruth Langsford is primarily known as a television presenter. She has presented numerous television shows and has been a regular face on British television for many years. Langsford's career has spanned over 30 years, making her one of TV's most well-known presenters. Additionally, she hosts events and moderates at conferences.
Siblings
Ruth Langsford had a sister named Julia, who tragically passed away in June 2019 at the age of 62 after battling depression. Ruth has spoken about the heartbreaking loss and how she strives to live well in honor of her sister. Langsford shared a close bond with Julia, and the loss has deeply impacted her. In December 2018, Ruth shared a rare photo of her mum, sister Julia, and niece Katie during a family day out.
Parents
Ruth Langsford's parents are Dennis and Joan. Her father, Dennis, passed away in 2012 at the age of 84 after living with Alzheimer's for 13 years. Ruth shared a Father's Day tribute to her late father and sister. Her mother, Joan, is currently living with Alzheimer's and has been receiving care.
Spouse
Ruth Langsford was married to Eamonn Holmes. The couple announced their plans to divorce in May 2024 after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together. They have a son, Jack Alexander Holmes, who was born in 2002. During their marriage, Ruth and Eamonn co-hosted This Morning together.
Net Worth
Ruth Langsford's net worth is estimated to be around £4 million as of 2024. This wealth primarily comes from her career as a television presenter, including her work on This Morning and Loose Women, as well as her fashion design and ambassadorial roles with QVC. She also earns income from her company, Hey Ho Ltd, which has significant assets.