‘I don’t see myself as 60! ’

It’s been almost a year since her milestone birthday, but Ruth Langsford is still patiently waiting to celebrate her 60th. ‘I still count myself as 59!’ she tells us, despite turning 61 this month.

Thanks to the nation being plunged into its first lockdown this time last year,

Ruth’s plans for a big party with husband Eamonn Holmes were halted at the last minute. But the TV presenter won’t forget the festivities. ‘I think you should celebrate milestones in life,’ she says.

In her six decades, not only has Ruth had a glittering career in TV, she’s also conquered fashion design in the shape of her QVC UK range, she’s mum to 18-year-old Jack and