Music icon Sir Brian May and his wife, actress Anita Dobson, put on a united and glamorous front at a star-studded London premiere, just days after the Queen guitarist shared a sombre New Year's reflection on his health.
A Glamorous Night Out in the Capital
The famous couple attended the opening night of Cirque Du Soleil's show OVO at the Royal Albert Hall on Tuesday, 14th January 2026. Braving the chilly London evening, the pair looked radiant on the red carpet, wrapped in colourful jackets and holding their programmes. Photographs captured the affectionate duo with their arms around one another, smiling for the cameras.
They were joined by a host of other celebrities, including television personalities Denise Van Outen, Vanessa Feltz, and Dan Walker. The event provided a vibrant and cheerful backdrop for the couple's night out.
A Legendary Partnership
The appearance highlighted one of showbusiness's most enduring partnerships. Anita Dobson, 76, is best known for her iconic role as Angie Watts in BBC's EastEnders during the 1980s. She also famously recorded a vocal version of the soap's theme tune, Anyone Can Fall In Love, which was released in 1986.
That very track was produced by Brian May, 78, the legendary Queen guitarist and astrophysicist. Their professional connection blossomed into romance, and the pair have now been married for over 25 years, having tied the knot in November 2000.
An Evening Following Candid Health Reflections
Their glamorous night at the circus comes shortly after Brian May posted a thoughtful and somewhat mixed New Year's message to fans. While he expressed hope for "new horizons" and "new opportunities", he struck a poignant note by admitting it was "hard to enjoy anything" without good health.
The rock star has faced several serious health issues in recent years, including what he described as a "scary" stroke in August 2024. Despite these challenges, he ended his message on a characteristically optimistic and scientific note, referencing his work as a guest collaborator on NASA's New Horizons mission to Pluto: "The FUTURE is still out there!! Let's go find it!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR to all creatures! Including YOU!!!"
Their joint appearance at the Royal Albert Hall, full of colour and affection, served as a powerful and positive visual response to those earlier concerns, showcasing the couple's resilience and continued joy in shared experiences.
