Ruth Langsford ‘heartbroken’ after death of sister
Ruth Langsford has said she is "heartbroken" following the death of her sister after a long illness.
The TV presenter posted a picture of herself with her sister Julia on social media, showing them sitting in front of a field and smiling, with their arms around each other.
Langsford wrote: "My lovely Sis Julia has sadly died after a very long illness. My heart is completely broken.
"She was the kindest and most gentle soul and I will miss her forever."
She added: "As I am sure you will appreciate I need to take time to grieve with my family. Thank you for your understanding."
My lovely Sis Julia has sadly died after a very long illness. My heart is completely broken. She was the kindest and most gentle soul and I will miss her forever. As I am sure you will appreciate I need to take time to grieve with my family. Thank you for your understanding. pic.twitter.com/o6jMtIqMg4
- Ruth Langsford (@RuthieeL) June 20, 2019
Many of Langsford's colleagues and friends shared their condolences, including TV star Kate Thornton, who wrote on Instagram: "Oh Ruth, I'm so sorry to hear that. Thoughts are with you and sending all my love x."
Gemma Atkinson, who appeared on Strictly Come Dancing alongside Langsford in 2017, tweeted: "I'm so sorry Ruth. Sending lots of love to you all."
TV presenter Melanie Sykes posted: "Oh Ruth I'm so sorry x sending you so much love."
Langsford, 59, regularly hosts ITV's This Morning alongside husband Eamonn Holmes on Fridays, and she is an anchor on lunchtime programme Loose Women.