Beloved This Morning presenter Alison Hammond is happily in love with her new partner, model and massage therapist David Putman, who is 22 years her junior. The couple, who began dating in December 2023, kept their romance private for a year and a half before a surprise on-air revelation forced their relationship into the public eye.
From Massage Appointment to Romance
The 50-year-old television icon from Birmingham first met the 28-year-old David professionally. Their connection sparked in December 2023 when Alison booked a massage appointment with him. What started as a client-therapist relationship quickly blossomed into something more, though the pair were determined to keep their budding romance away from the spotlight.
Their secret was successfully kept for eighteen months. However, the cat was let out of the bag in September 2024 during a live broadcast of This Morning. Alison's co-host, Dermot O'Leary, inadvertently revealed her relationship status by remarking she was "not available anymore." A stunned Hammond initially challenged him before deciding to come clean to viewers, confirming she was indeed dating someone.
Navigating the Age Gap and Public Scrutiny
Since going public, Alison has been refreshingly open about her relationship with David. In December 2024, she praised his maturity to Good Housekeeping magazine, describing him as "so mature and sensible, and I'm so not." She explained their dynamic feels like a perfect fit, stating, "It's like a jigsaw; we fit and it all comes together."
Alison has also directly addressed the significant age difference between them. She told the publication that while she is 22 years older, those who see them together understand the connection. "People have said to me: 'We get it now,'" she revealed, suggesting their chemistry transcends the numbers.
Marriage Plans and the 'Sexiest' Gesture
When questioned recently by the Mirror about potential wedding bells, Alison offered a candid response. She stated there are currently no plans for marriage, as they are content living together. "I don't need a ring to show my love to somebody," she asserted. However, she left the door firmly open, hinting that if David were to propose, it certainly "wouldn't be a 'no'."
The presenter also shared a touching insight into what makes David special during a This Morning segment in September 2025. Discussing modern gentlemanly behaviour, she highlighted a simple act he performs. Alison revealed that David stands up every time she comes home, calling it "probably one of the most sexiest things I have ever seen." This small, consistent gesture underscores the respect and admiration at the core of their relationship.
Alison, who shares a 20-year-old son, Aiden, with a former partner, has seen her career soar with roles on I'm A Celebrity and The Great British Bake Off. Now, with her personal life flourishing alongside her professional success, fans are delighted to see the popular star so evidently happy.
