Alison Hammond has given an insight into her love life with boyfriend David Putman, speaking about their Christmas plans and why their age gap has never been an issue for them.
The TV presenter, 50, met the 28-year-old Russian masseur and model after booking a massage with him in 2023. She announced their romance in April 2024, sharing a series of photos together on her Instagram page.
The couple then made their red carpet debut two months later at a Candy Kittens party, where they were joined by Alison’s son Aidan, 20.
Addressing the 20-year age difference between her and David, Alison said it had never been an issue, describing him as incredibly “mature and sensible”, while admitting she “wasn’t”.
“Things are going really, really well,” she exclaimed in an interview with The Mirror.
“He just has the most beautiful energy and everyone feels it when they’re around him. It’s very rare. I’m so grateful that he chose to spend his life with me.
“Admitting it’s ‘lovely’ to be in love, she added: ‘It makes you more patient, it makes you kinder, because you always have someone you want to take care of – and they take care of you.’
Despite their blossoming romance, the two said they didn’t feel the need to get married.
“I don’t need a ring to show someone my love.”
Yet she dropped a hint that if he asked her to marry him tomorrow, “it wouldn’t be a no.”
