Denise Van Outen, the 51-year-old TV character and narrator of The Solely Approach Is Essex, confirms she is in a brand new relationship with a personal particular person who reveals no want for public consideration.
New Romance Saved Below Wraps
Van Outen expresses aid that her unnamed associate avoids the leisure business and crimson carpet appearances, marking a departure from her previous experiences. She states, “I’ve not talked about it but, however sure, I’m courting somebody. For the primary time in my life, I’ve made the choice to maintain it personal. I need not reveal all the main points.”
She displays on earlier relationships, noting, “Earlier than, I at all times felt that once I was courting somebody, I needed to put it on the market, however I’ve realised you’ll want to hold some issues to your self.” Van Outen regrets publicizing previous romances, as breakups turned spectacles. “I’ve at all times had companions that need to be on a crimson carpet and be photographed or be well-known, however he does not need that. He is simply bought no real interest in it. I feel that is a very good factor, as a result of I’ve had my fingers burned.”
Relationship Challenges in Rural Life
Residing in rural Kent as a single mom to 15-year-old daughter Betsy—shared with ex-husband Lee Mead—complicates assembly potential companions. Van Outen depends on unique courting app Raya, joined in 2024, explaining, “Really, for me, courting apps are a very good factor. I do not understand how else I’d meet individuals if I wasn’t doing that.”
“Once I was youthful, there was the choice to exit, however now I stay within the nation, it isn’t like I can simply go to the pub,” she provides. “Even when I went to my native, they’re all my neighbours who I do know anyway, in order that’s of no worth to me.” Being a mum or dad limits nighttime outings, additional narrowing alternatives.
Current Relationship Historical past
Van Outen ended her engagement to Eddie Boxshall in 2022 after discovering his infidelity, together with express messages to different girls. The commodities dealer later expressed remorse however reconciliation failed. She then dated property developer Jimmy Barba beginning in July 2022; that relationship lasted 18 months earlier than concluding.
Previous Excessive-Profile Companions
- Jay Kay (1998-2001): Three-year romance with Jamiroquai frontman; they referred to as off marriage plans attributable to profession conflicts.
- Nick Moran (2001): Temporary fling with the Lock, Inventory and Two Smoking Barrels actor.
- Richard Traviss (2003-2005): Engaged to nightclub proprietor amid dishonest rumors, which they denied; parted amicably.
- Lee Mead (2007-2013): Married in 2009 after assembly on Any Dream Will Do; welcomed Betsy in 2010; separated in 2013.
- Eddie Boxshall (2015-2022): Lengthy-term associate with marriage plans; ended over infidelity.
Van Outen embraces independence, stating, “Is not it good to truly simply be loving life and never really feel pressured to should be in a relationship? I’ve realized to be alone and be content material.” She maintains an optimistic view regardless of previous setbacks.
