Penny Lancaster proved that love is still very much in the air between her and husband Sir Rod Stewart, as she serenaded the legendary singer with “Hopelessly Devoted To You” during a glamorous night out in London on Friday.
Amid whispers of tension in their 17-year marriage, the Loose Women star, 53, took to the mic at the launch of Hopelessly Devoted at The Ned, delivering a heartfelt rendition of the Grease classic while Rod, 79, watched on with pride and affection.
Dressed to impress in a figure-hugging floral gown, Penny was the picture of elegance, her signature blonde hair styled in soft, voluminous waves. Rod, never one to blend into the background, matched her flair with a striking black and silver suit, adding his own signature rock ‘n’ roll edge to the evening.
The couple looked smitten throughout the night, embracing and even teaming up for a karaoke duet, putting any rumors of marital discord to rest—at least for the time being.
The event was more than just a night of music and glamour. Created by Mark Aldridge, Hopelessly Devoted aimed to raise support for the Celia Hammond Animal Trust, a small charity in urgent need of funding to continue its work for animals in need.
Speculation about trouble between Rod and Penny has been circulating in recent months, following reports that the couple disagreed over their living arrangements. Rod, who previously vowed to leave the U.S. and return full-time to the UK, pulled his lavish £55 million Beverly Hills estate off the market, reportedly going back on a promise he made to his wife.
Penny, who juggles her roles on Loose Women, her work as a special constable in London, and life in the English countryside, has expressed her preference to stay in the UK—far from the glitz of Los Angeles and Rod’s extended Vegas residency.
Sources close to the couple claim that Rod is enjoying his time in the States, frequently hosting gatherings at his sprawling home and spending time with his grandchildren, while Penny is firm in her desire to remain in Britain. The couple, insiders say, have hit a standstill, with neither willing to budge—fueling rumors that their relationship is under strain.
Despite the speculation, Penny’s heartfelt performance and the couple’s united front at the charity event offered a glimpse of the enduring bond they share.
Whether they can bridge their transatlantic differences remains to be seen, but for one magical night in London, love took center stage.
