Ruth Langsford leads the celebs at Wimbledon as she arrives with ex Eamonn Holmes' son Niall after he sided with his stepmother in couple's divorce battle

By JOANNA CRAWLEY, DEPUTY SHOWBIZ EDITOR (NEWS) Published: 14:18, 1 July 2026 | Updated: 16:26, 1 July 2026 Ruth Langsford brought her ex Eamonn Holmes' son as her plus one to a star-studded Wimbledon on Wednesday. The TV star, 66, and her stepson Niall, 32, sat on Centre Court together and appeared to be getting on like a house on fire, with Ruth wiping tears from her eyes because she was laughing so much.  Niall is the youngest of Eamonn's three children with first wife Gabrielle Holmes. It was revealed last year that he had had a huge falling out with his dad over his bitter split from Ruth.  Niall has sided with his stepmother over his own father, as the exes prepare to head to court. Ruth and Niall sat among celebrities such as Richard E. Grant and his daughter Olivia, Romeo Beckham, newlyweds Jack Whitehall and Roxy Horner and Charles Dance. Ruth Langsford bought her ex Eamonn Holmes' son Niall as her plus one to a star-studded Wimbledon on Wednesday It looked like they were getting along very well as Ruth had to wipe her eyes from laughing so much  Niall has sided with his stepmother over his own father, as the exes prepare to head to court Niall is the youngest of Eamonn's three children with first wife Gabrielle Holmes. It was revealed last year that he had had a huge falling out with his dad over his bitter split from Ruth Jack Whitehall and wife Roxy looked cosy as they puckered up to one another during the matches  Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica shared a smooch while sat in the Royal Box Richard E. Grant treated his daughter Olivia to her first post-baby daughter out at Wimbledon on Wednesday after she welcomed her first child last month The day began with Jannik Sinner vs Nuno Borges at 1.30pm, later followed by  women's singles players Barbora Krejčíková vs. Mirra Andreeva. This evening Stefanos Tsitsipas and Novak Djokovic will play the final match of the day on Centre Court. Eamonn and Ruth, who share son Jack, 24, announced their split in May 2024 after 27 years together, 14 of which were spent married.  Before they went their separate ways, Niall worked for the couple brokering deals for endorsements or personal appearances.  Insiders told the Daily Mail's Katie Hind last year that Eamonn and his son had a 'blazing row' after the split. 'Eamonn accused him of siding with Ruth while Niall hit back about his dad's behaviour. This all happened more than a year ago and they haven't spoken since,' said the source. 'Niall adores Ruth'.  Also at the sporting event was Sara Davies, who stunned in a green jumpsuit. Meanwhile Frankie Bridge cut a stylish figure in a green crop top and a white pleated skirt. After his previous appearance at the tennis earlier this week, Romeo returned solo to watch the action on Centre Court. Niall is the youngest of Eamonn's three children with first wife Gabrielle Holmes. It was revealed last year that he had had a huge falling out with his dad over the bitter split from Ruth Ruth also posed for beaming snaps with Sara Davies, who stunned in a green jumpsuit Richard cut a dapper figure in tennis whites as he arrived for a day of tennis action on the third day of the Wimbledon Championships The actor appeared in high spirits at the starry event Richard enjoyed a brief reunion with fellow acting thespian Charles Dance The Game Of Thrones star cut a dapper figure in a sharp navy blue suit Jack Whitehall and his wife Roxy Horner were every inch the loved-up newlyweds as they arrived for a date day at the tennis together. Rory McIlroy displayed the spoils of his Masters victory back in April, sporting his iconic green jacket to attend the tennis with his wife Erica Stoll  Wimbledon's third day will see Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic all in action on Centre Court, while Nick Kyrgios also returns in the doubles.  It comes after Serena Williams' grand comeback ended with a first round exit on Tuesday, as she lost in two out of three sets to Maya Joint. Eamonn and Ruth first met through a mutual friend, GMTV star Sally Meen, while Eamonn was also on the show in 1997. Two years later, he had split from his first wife Gabrielle, the mother of his three eldest children, including Niall. And despite the pair feeling an instant connection, he ensured it was the nation's best-kept secret, as he did not publicly confess his love for Ruth for two years. Eamonn even refused to hold her hand in public or attend events together for the first few years of their relationship in a bid to stay respectful to his ex of nearly 20 years. Richard was seated among the stars in the famous Royal Box Meanwhile, Charles was accompanied by literary agent Angharad Wood The veteran star was among the big names in attendance for Wimbledon's third day After his previous appearance at the tennis earlier this week, Romeo Beckham returned solo to watch the action on Centre Court The model was joined by one his pals to watch another day of action Niall Holmes is the youngest of Eamonn's three children with first wife Gabrielle Holmes. It was revealed last year that he had had a huge falling out with his dad over his bitter split from Ruth They eventually tied the knot in 2010 after 13 years together, in a lavish ceremony at the grand 19th-century Hampshire hotel, The Elvetham. Friends of the pair say their 'love has turned to absolute hatred' as they have viciously argued over how their former marital home and money should be split. Read the full story here.  The estimated £10million divorce battle is headed to the High Court for a showdown later this year after settlement talks collapsed.  It is understood a trial date has been set for November - with the TV power couple already having attended hearings last June and in February. The trial could involve a personal fortune of around £5million.  The couple's six-bedroom mansion in Weybridge, Surrey is also said to be a 'major sticking point'. Bought 12 years ago for £3.6million, it is now thought to be worth more. Eamonn moved out after the split in 2024 and now lives in a penthouse apartment just off the Kingston one-way system in Surrey, while Ruth stayed put. Jack Whitehall and his wife Roxy Horner were every inch the loved-up newlyweds as they arrived for a date day at the tennis together The couple were hand-in-hand as they arrived at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club together Also in attendance was Frankie Bridge, who cut a stylish figure in a green crop top and a white pleated skirt While inside the Vodaphone suite, Frankie mingled with pal Vicky Pattison Vicky flaunted her new curled bob as she arrived at the tennis in a stylish nude corset and a matching pleated skirt The former Strictly Come Dancing star was joined by her husband Ercan Ramadan as they enjoyed a day out together Rory displayed the spoils of his Masters victory back in April, sporting his iconic green jacket to attend the tennis with his wife Erica Stoll Rory received a huge welcome from the crowd on Centre Court as he took his seat inside the Royal Box following his Masters triumph earlier this year The golfing superstar packed on the PDA with his wife Erica Erica beamed as she and Romeo were among the stars in the Royal Box Angela Scanlon showed off her quirky sense of style in a turquoise mini dress and a Burberry blazer as she arrived at Wimbledon The presenter reunited with her podcast co-host Vicky once they arrived at the tennis England star Hannah Hampton arrived in a stylish mint green frilled dress Joanne McNally caught the eye in a pink number Adam Hills and his daughter Beatrice were also at the sporting event  The comments below have not been moderated. 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