In a heartfelt and deeply personal moment on their shared podcast, television presenter Davina McCall broke down in tears while expressing immense pride for her new husband Michael Douglas's professional achievements and entrepreneurial spirit.
An Emotional Podcast Revelation
The emotional episode of their Making The Cut podcast captured a raw and genuine moment between the couple, who married in December 2025. Davina, visibly moved and fighting back tears, spoke candidly about watching Michael's career evolution from his beginnings in Leyland, northwest Lancashire, to establishing himself in London's competitive beauty industry.
From Motorcycle Mechanic to Celebrity Stylist
Michael Douglas revealed during the conversation that he initially considered becoming a motorcycle mechanic before pursuing hairdressing, admitting he chose the latter because he "thought it was a great way to meet lots of girls." His career began humbly as a junior at Wella's London studio before progressing to work on major television shows including Good Morning Britain, The One Show, and This Morning.
It was while working on Channel 4's Big Brother that Michael first met Davina, though their friendship took several years to develop into romance as both were married to other people at the time of their initial meeting.
Building a Business Partnership
The couple have since developed not just a personal relationship but a professional partnership as well. Michael described their collaborative dynamic during the podcast, saying: "The thing I like about it, is watching you work and then you watching me work, and then we're working together on this harmonious thing, really. It was really nice."
Davina's emotional response highlighted her admiration for Michael's business acumen and resilience. "I want to publicly say how proud I am of you," she stated through tears. "Only people that have set up a business know how terrifying that is, and how hard it is, and how many barriers there are to get through, and how brilliantly you're doing."
Overcoming Professional Challenges
Davina specifically referenced the significant obstacles Michael faced in his business ventures over the past year, noting that he had "really turned a massive corner" despite overwhelming challenges. Her tribute acknowledged both his professional growth and personal courage in leaving his familiar Lancashire roots to establish himself in London.
From Styling to Product Development
While Michael continues to work as a celebrity stylist for high-profile clients including Kate Moss, Johnny Depp, and Sienna Miller, he has also successfully launched his own haircare brand, mdlondon. The business emerged from his observation of a market gap during lockdown periods, focusing on creating user-friendly tools and tutorials designed to build "at-home hair confidence" for consumers.
Personal Journeys and Public Scrutiny
The couple's relationship developed during what Davina has described as a challenging period in her personal life. She underwent surgery to remove a benign brain tumour in 2024, followed by surgery for breast cancer last year. Davina had previously separated from her second husband, Matthew Robertson, in 2018, while Michael's own marriage had ended approximately a year before their relationship became public.
The revelation of their romance reportedly caused distress to Michael's ex-wife, Tracy, with sources indicating she felt "devastated" by the news, particularly as Davina had previously met their children. A source commented: "To find out they are dating, and that they'd been showing off their new relationship in public was an absolutely devastating blow for Tracey."
Despite these personal complexities, the podcast episode revealed a couple who have found both romantic and professional harmony, with Davina's emotional tribute underscoring the depth of her admiration for her husband's journey from Lancashire beginnings to London success.
