Ruth Langsford's friends ready to help her navigate 'scary' dating scene after Eamonn Holmes split

Ruth Langsford is said to be considering dating again following her split from Eamonn Holmes.

Sources close to the Loose Women star, 64, said she previously had no desire to meet someone else, but she has had a change of heart.

"At first, she had no desire to start dating again - but she's beginning to change her mind," an insider told OK! magazine.

"She hasn't dated in so long, so has no idea where to start but lots of her friends are ready to help her. They've suggested dating apps but she's not keen on that and would prefer to be set up on a date. It's very scary for her - but she's allowed to have fun again and live her life."

The Standard has contacted a representative for Ruth Langsford for comment.

It comes after Holmes has been linked to relationship counsellor Katie Alexander, 42, whom he has been spotted with several times over the last 12 months, including being pictured at his home.

She has reportedly told friends that she is in it for “the long haul”.

Langsford and GB News broadcaster Holmes, 64, sent ripples through the showbiz world in May when it was announced they were planning to divorce after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together.

Issuing a joint statement, a spokesperson for the former couple - who share one grown-up son - said: "Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes have confirmed their marriage is over and they are in the process of divorcing."

Holmes and Langsford worked together for years on ITV's This Morning show and were well known for their affectionate bickering, which often happened right in front of the cameras.