Zoe Ball has officially introduced her new boyfriend to the public after keeping their relationship under wraps for some time. The 55-year-old former BBC Radio 2 host was recently spotted enjoying a leisurely walk near Brighton with Mathieu Weekes, a BAFTA-winning production designer aged 49.
During their outing, Zoe sported a beanie hat and an animal-print scarf while Mathieu was dressed in blue jeans and a hooded coat, both holding onto umbrellas. The pictures, published by the Daily Mail, captured the couple looking affectionate as they explored the coastal area.
Mathieu’s background includes working on acclaimed shows like “The Traitors” and “I’m A Celeb”. It is reported that he first met Zoe while designing the set for the talent show “Mamma Mia! – I Have a Dream” in 2023. Zoe, who had split from Michael Reed the same year, previously referred to Mathieu as “The Lodger” on her podcast.
Reflecting on her past relationships, Zoe mentioned her ex-husband Norman Cook and the tragic loss of cameraman Billy Yates, who passed away in 2017. Following Billy’s death, Zoe became an advocate for men’s mental health awareness, emphasizing the prevalence of mental illness in society.
In a recent interview with the Sunday Times, Zoe shared how such experiences had shaped her perspective on life. She highlighted the importance of reevaluating priorities and focusing on what truly matters. Zoe bid farewell to her radio presenter role at BBC Radio 2 late last year, passing the baton to Emma Willis.
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