BBC sports presenter Gabby Logan has opened up about her 25-year marriage to former Scotland rugby international Kenny Logan, admitting she once felt 'paranoid' about discussing their relationship publicly in case she tempted fate.
A Reluctance to Speak Publicly
The 53-year-old broadcaster, who is preparing for a historic moment at this summer's FIFA World Cup, revealed that reaching two decades of marriage finally put her at ease. 'When we got to our 20th wedding anniversary, I thought: OK, it looks like we're gonna stay together. Well, never say never,' she told The Sun.
Gabby and Kenny met in a bar in 1999, married two years later, and welcomed twins Reuben and Lois in 2005. Despite being one of broadcasting's most celebrated couples, Gabby was once hesitant to speak publicly about their marriage. 'When I was much younger, I used to feel a bit paranoid about saying too much,' she explained.
However, things shifted after Kenny was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2022, following her encouragement for him to get tested. 'But Kenny got prostate cancer and then we did a podcast about it, so that ship sailed!'
A Landmark Year
The couple's silver wedding anniversary coincides with a major professional achievement for Gabby, who will become the first woman to anchor a men's FIFA World Cup final for the BBC. The historic occasion means work will take priority on the day itself. Reflecting on the clash, she joked: 'It is a big one – the anniversary, not the football. I'll be working, but we will celebrate at some point.'
The World Cup is another milestone in an extraordinary year. Gabby recently took on an enhanced role on Match of the Day alongside Mark Chapman and Kelly Cates, and secured a TV BAFTA for the BBC's coverage of UEFA Women's Euro 2025. Now she gears up for her eighth men's World Cup. 'It's mad. This is the eighth World Cup I've covered. That's not including the women's World Cups,' she said.
Innovative Coverage
The majority of the BBC's coverage will be broadcast from Media City in Salford, with Gabby maintaining that viewers will not miss out. She described the decision as 'eminently sensible' and highlighted the success of the award-winning Women's Euros coverage as evidence that audiences can still experience a first-class broadcast.
Gabby is also enthusiastic about the BBC's new technology, which will transport viewers to the 16 cities across the three host nations: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. 'What I'm very excited about is we've got a new state-of-the-art, immersive studio. It will transport viewers to the 16 cities across the three host nations. It's going to look amazing, but I'm excited that there's nothing I can't wear any more. With the old screen, there were so many restrictions. Finally, I can wear anything!'
