Alison Hammond Shares Rare Birthday Photo with Younger Boyfriend
Alison Hammond, the beloved television presenter, has marked her 51st birthday by sharing a rare and affectionate snapshot with her younger boyfriend, David Putman, aged 30. The couple, who have been together since 2023, appear as devoted as ever in the image, which was posted to Instagram Stories by David to celebrate the special occasion.
A Love That Defies Age Differences
In the photo, David can be seen towering over Alison as she hugs him closely to her chest, both beaming with joy. David captioned the image, "Happy Birthday to my love," and tagged Alison's account, showcasing their strong bond. The couple first met when David was working as a masseur, and their romance has flourished over the past three years, despite a significant 21-year age gap that has attracted public commentary.
Alison has openly addressed the age difference, telling Good Housekeeping, "Yes, I’m 22 years older than he is, but if you saw us together, you’d understand. People have said to me, ‘We get it now.’" She emphasized that their connection transcends numerical age, highlighting the mutual support and love in their relationship.
Engagement Speculation and Private Life
Speculation about a potential engagement has swirled around the couple, particularly after Alison wore a pink diamond ring on her left ring finger while hosting This Morning, sparking rumors. On air, she laughed off the speculation, saying, "Oh my god, apparently I am engaged?! Oh, I have put this on the wrong finger.... Let me swap it over to stop these rumours." However, she later hinted at openness to marriage, teasing, "I wouldn’t say no. I might marry myself…"
Alison has been cautious about sharing too many details of her private life with David, stating, "I don't like to go into detail about him, because it's my private life, and I want to respect his life as well. But you know I'm loved-up, everyone knows that!" She praised David for his unwavering support, noting that he always has her back.
Birthday Wishes from Friends and Colleagues
Alison's birthday was also celebrated by friends and colleagues, including her This Morning co-host Dermot O'Leary. He shared a photo of them together in the studios and wrote a heartfelt message on Instagram: "Happiest of Birthdays to the funniest, most kind, wise, loyal partner and friend to have on my dance card. Big love Ali x." Alison responded with gratitude, writing, "Thanks partner... love this" accompanied by a red heart emoji.
Past Relationships and Personal Insights
Alison has never been married, though she was previously engaged to Noureddine Boufaied, a cab driver from Manchester, with whom she shares a son named Aiden. Their relationship lasted from 2005 to 2014, but they never tied the knot. Reflecting on this, Alison explained on Gyles Brandreth's podcast, "A lot of people think I’ve been married… I’ve never been married. If you look online, it’s like, ‘Alison was married to Aiden’s dad’, but I wasn’t. We never actually got married. It was the perfect time but I don’t feel like we were ready."
As Alison enters her 52nd year, her romance with David Putman continues to capture public interest, proving that love knows no bounds when it comes to age. The couple's latest birthday celebration serves as a testament to their enduring affection and commitment to each other.
