Maureen Lipman, the 79-year-old actress known for her role in Coronation Street, is gearing up to tie the knot with her long-time partner, David Turner, who is also 79. The proposal took place last September during a train journey.
Gyles Brandreth, a close friend of Lipman and her co-star on Gogglebox, recently disclosed that the wedding is scheduled for this weekend. Brandreth expressed excitement about attending the ceremony and marveled at the joy of getting married at the age of 80.
In a heartfelt account shared in the Spectator, Lipman described the memorable moment when she proposed to Turner, highlighting the significance of the event as a Jewish tradition allowed her to take the initiative in asking for his hand in marriage.
Having been previously married to TV scriptwriter Jack Rosenthal for three decades until his passing in 2004, Lipman has two children, Amy and Adam. Turner, who has children from a previous relationship, received warm and accepting reactions from their blended family upon the engagement announcement.
Lipman’s blossoming romance with David was first made public in 2023 when she mentioned bringing him as her date to the National Television Awards. The veteran actress expressed gratitude for finding love again later in life, emphasizing the positive impact it has had on both of them.
The couple made a public appearance together at the Oldie of the Year Awards in 2023, confirming the status of their relationship. Lipman also opened up about her previous relationship with Guido Castro, an Italian businessman, who tragically passed away in 2021 due to complications from Covid-19.
As Lipman prepares for her upcoming nuptials, her journey into this new chapter of her life has been met with support and love from her family and friends, marking a joyous occasion for the actress and her soon-to-be husband.