Love is in the air for Alison Hammond, and it's not just her birthday! The beloved presenter has been pictured sharing a tender moment with her rarely seen toyboy masseuse, David Putnam, as she celebrated her 51st birthday. This heartwarming snapshot offers a glimpse into a relationship that has blossomed since 2023, a year that brought them together after Alison arranged a professional massage.
David, who is 29 years old, took to his Instagram stories to share a truly sweet image of the couple. In the photo, Alison is seen affectionately snuggling into David's chest, her face alight with joy as she beams from ear to ear. She's dressed in a stylish black top, showcasing her shoulders, while David sports a green hat and scarf, complemented by a pair of striking, large-framed black glasses. They radiate pure love and happiness in this adorable picture.
David captioned the image with a loving message, written in vibrant pink and red fonts: “Happy Birthday to my love,” also tagging Alison's official account. This public display of affection comes after Alison herself opened up about their relationship in December of last year, sharing her deep admiration for her partner with the Mirror. She described David as having the “most beautiful energy,” noting that everyone feels it in his presence and calling it “very rare.” Alison also expressed her profound gratitude, stating, “I am so grateful that he chooses to spend his life with me.”
Adding to the warmth of their connection, David spent Christmas with Alison and her son, Aiden, who is 20 years old. Instead of a traditional home-cooked meal, the family opted to celebrate at a restaurant. Alison shared that her relationship has positively impacted her, making her “more patient” and “kinder” as she has someone to care for and who cares for her in return. When it comes to future plans, Alison has indicated that wedding bells aren't on the immediate horizon. She mentioned they “don’t feel the need to” rush into marriage, finding contentment in their current living situation and feeling that a ring isn't necessary to validate their love. However, she did playfully add, “What I will say is, if he asked me tomorrow to marry him, it wouldn’t be a ‘no’.”
David's professional background is as a body therapist, offering a range of services including “classic, lymphatic drainage, anti-cellulite, wraps, facial massage,” as advertised on a Russian website. It's also heartwarming to know that Alison's son, Aiden, has given David his full approval. Alison recounted on the Parenting Hell podcast, “When they actually met, he really liked him, he really thought he was lovely, so that’s nice.”
But here's where it gets interesting for fans of reality TV! Recent reports suggest that Alison is in talks to join the next series of Celebrity Traitors. A source revealed that Alison is a top target for the BBC, and she's reportedly very keen. The Beeb believes she could bring “comedy gold” to the show, much like Alan Carr, given her natural humor. The competition for spots is fierce, with many talented individuals eager to participate. The first series of Celebrity Traitors was a massive hit, and the second season is expected to be equally compelling. While contracts are still being finalized, the BBC is eager to secure Alison for the upcoming production.
So, what do you think? Is it refreshing to see such open affection and happiness in a relationship, especially one with a significant age difference? And could Alison Hammond be the next big star of Celebrity Traitors? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
