In a moment that left her fellow presenters speechless, broadcasting icon Janet Street-Porter has revealed she has tied the knot for an impressive fifth time. The legendary journalist and television personality, aged 78, made the surprise announcement during Monday's edition of the popular ITV daytime show Loose Women.
A Video Message That Stunned The Studio
Rather than appearing in person, Street-Porter chose to deliver her momentous news via a pre-recorded video message that was played to her astonished colleagues. The clip showed the broadcaster standing alongside her new husband, Peter Spanton, and their beloved dog, Badger, as she shared her secret.
"Hi everyone, I've been keeping a big secret," Street-Porter began in the video. "It's my big news for everyone. Peter and me, and Badger, got married on Saturday, so there you are. I finally did it. I waited to the last for the best. See ya!"
Panel's Delighted Reaction
The Loose Women panel, comprising Kaye Adams, Sue Cleaver, Brenda Edwards, and Nadia Sawalha, responded with immediate applause and visible delight upon hearing the announcement. The studio atmosphere transformed into one of celebration as the presenters processed their colleague's unexpected news.
Street-Porter's marriage to Spanton comes after a remarkably long courtship. The couple have been in a relationship since 1999, meaning they have been partners for nearly three decades before deciding to formalise their union. This marriage represents Street-Porter's fifth trip down the aisle, cementing her status as one of British television's most romantically experienced personalities.
A Broadcasting Legend's Personal Milestone
Janet Street-Porter has been a fixture on British television and radio for decades, known for her distinctive voice, forthright opinions, and pioneering career in journalism. Her regular appearances on Loose Women have made her a familiar face to daytime television audiences, who have followed both her professional insights and glimpses into her personal life.
The Saturday wedding represents a significant personal milestone for the broadcaster, who has never been shy about discussing her previous marriages and relationships in the public eye. Her decision to share the news first with her Loose Women colleagues underscores the close-knit nature of the show's presenting team.
This announcement adds another chapter to Street-Porter's colourful personal history while demonstrating that romantic surprises can come at any age. The broadcaster's cheerful declaration that she "waited to the last for the best" suggests she considers this fifth marriage to be her most meaningful yet, despite the considerable experience gathered from her previous unions.
