Television presenter Jeff Brazier has publicly addressed the breakdown of his seven-year marriage to Kate Dwyer, while also finding himself at the centre of an awkward on-air moment with ITV colleague Ruth Langsford. The 46-year-old star, a familiar face on shows like Good Morning Britain and This Morning, confirmed the couple parted ways in the summer but chose to keep the news private until now.
Breaking the Silence on Marriage Split
Jeff Brazier broke his silence on the personal upheaval with a statement posted to Instagram on Monday. The presenter, who is father to sons Bobby, 22, and Freddie, 20, from his relationship with the late Jade Goody, admitted that he and Kate "could no longer make each other happy". He explained the decision to separate was made during the summer, but they opted to keep it confidential to adjust to their new lives privately.
In his social media post, which featured a snap from a work trip to St Kitts, Brazier expressed gratitude for his former wife. "I’m so full of love and gratitude for Kate," he wrote, adding that despite going their separate ways, they remain in touch and wish each other well. Reports suggest Kate also maintains a connection with Brazier's two sons.
Awkward On-Air Exchange with Ruth Langsford
The personal challenges for the TV favourite were compounded by a professionally awkward incident. While presenting a competition segment on an ITV daytime show towards the end of November, Brazier was involved in a tense exchange with Loose Women anchor Ruth Langsford.
In a moment that left viewers cringing, Brazier warned Langsford that she was "eating into his screen time". Ruth appeared visibly stunned by the remark, though she attempted to brush it off. According to show insiders, while Langsford did not formally complain, producers spoke to Brazier about the incident.
A source suggested that following the upheaval in his private life, Jeff was advised to consider taking some time away from the show to focus on his personal situation.
A Fresh Start and New Projects
Despite a difficult period, the future looks brighter for the presenter. It is reported that Jeff Brazier has secured a lucrative new deal for a reality television series. The show will focus on his life with his two sons and is being touted as "absolutely compulsive viewing" for his fans.
This new venture marks a positive step forward as Brazier navigates life after his marriage to Kate Dwyer and moves on from the on-air fallout with his ITV colleague.
