Ruth Langsford looked every bit the woman embracing a bold new chapter as she marked her 66th birthday with a sun-soaked getaway to the South of France, surrounded by some of her closest friends.
The Loose Women favourite gave fans a glimpse into the celebrations through Instagram, showing off a glamorous birthday trip in Cannes filled with laughter, sparkle and plenty of love from her inner circle. In one upbeat moment, Ruth told followers: “So this is 66,” before admitting that spending the occasion in the sunshine in the South of France was “bliss”.
Friends including Lizzie Cundy also shared snapshots from the trip, capturing the lively mood of the celebrations as Ruth was treated like the star of the show. One clip showed the presenter being serenaded in the street, while another saw her holding a sparkling candle aloft as the group toasted her big day in style.
The getaway also came with a playful twist, as Lizzie jokingly suggested Ruth was enjoying the company of a “new man”, adding a cheeky layer of intrigue to the already lively celebrations. While the remark appeared to be made in jest, it was enough to get fans talking as Ruth continues to keep her romantic life firmly under wraps.
Ruth has remained publicly single since her split from Eamonn Holmes, with the breakdown of their marriage continuing to attract attention. The pair stunned fans when they announced in May 2024 that they had ended their relationship after 14 years of marriage and almost three decades together.
More recently, Ruth opened up about the emotional pain of their separation, revealing that both she and Eamonn “promptly burst into tears” as they said goodbye. While Eamonn has since moved on with Katie Alexander, Ruth’s current relationship status remains unclear.
But if her latest birthday celebration is anything to go by, Ruth is showing she does not need a man by her side to enjoy life to the fullest. From the glamour of Cannes to the warmth of her closest friends, the TV star appeared completely at ease as she toasted 66 with sunshine, sparkle and a lot of noise.
