Four years after the devastating end of his marriage, Rylan Clark is embracing love once more—and this time, he’s letting the world in. The 37-year-old TV presenter, beloved for his infectious energy on Big Brother’s Bit on the Side and This Morning, has gone public with his new boyfriend, Kennedy, in a heartwarming Instagram post that has fans swooning and celebrating his happiness. Shared on October 23, 2025, the photo shows the couple cuddled up on a sun-drenched sofa, Rylan’s arm draped protectively around Kennedy, with the caption: “Four years of healing, and now this. Introducing Kennedy to my family—and to you. Love wins. ❤️”
The announcement marks a milestone for Rylan, whose 2021 divorce from Dan Neal after six years of marriage left him reeling. The split, announced amid rumors of infidelity, plunged Rylan into a dark period; he later revealed a suicide attempt and battles with depression in his 2024 memoir Ten: The Cookbook. “I thought I’d never trust love again,” Rylan confessed in a Guardian interview last year. “But Kennedy showed up like a plot twist I didn’t see coming—kind, funny, and real.” Insiders say the pair met at a London charity event in early 2025, bonding over shared passions for music and mental health advocacy. Kennedy, 35, a marketing executive from Manchester, has kept a low profile, but friends describe him as “the steady hand Rylan needs.”
This is the first time Rylan has introduced a partner to his family since the divorce—a deliberate step toward rebuilding. “My mum and brothers adore him already,” Rylan told Hello! Magazine in an exclusive follow-up. “It’s scary, but exciting. After heartbreak, you learn to spot the keepers.” The post, featuring candid shots of a family barbecue with Rylan’s mum and siblings, has racked up 2.5 million likes, flooded with messages like “You deserve this joy, Ry!” from Davina McCall and “Love looks good on you” from James Corden.
Fans have rallied in droves, with #RylanAndKennedy trending UK-wide, amassing 1.2 million posts. “Seeing Rylan smile like that after everything? I’m crying happy tears,” one user wrote. The reveal comes amid Rylan’s professional high: his podcast Staying Relevant hit No. 1 on Spotify, and he’s tipped for a Strictly Come Dancing judging role. “Love and work aligning—feels like the universe is finally rooting for me,” he joked.
Rylan’s journey from heartbreak to hope resonates deeply. Post-divorce, he channeled pain into advocacy, launching the Rylan Clark Foundation for mental health support, which has raised £500,000. “I was lost, but I found myself—and now, him,” he reflected. Kennedy, who prefers privacy, shared a subtle nod on his private Instagram: a photo of two intertwined hands with a single heart emoji.
As Rylan steps into this new era, his openness inspires. In a world quick to judge celebrity splits, his story reminds us: healing isn’t linear, but love? It’s the ultimate comeback. Congrats, Rylan and Kennedy—the nation’s toasting your fresh start.
