Lisa Armstrong's Tumultuous Journey: A Series of Heartbreaks and Challenges
Eight years after her highly publicised and acrimonious divorce from television presenter Ant McPartlin, Lisa Armstrong has encountered yet another personal setback. The make-up artist has reportedly split from her boyfriend, actor Grant Kilburn, marking another chapter in her post-divorce struggles that have included a devastating house fire and legal disputes.
A New Split and Past Relationships
Just last month, sources indicated that Lisa, aged 49, was "happier than ever" with 34-year-old actor Grant Kilburn. The pair were introduced by friends, former Strictly Come Dancing professional Kevin Clifton and his partner Stacey Dooley, in October during a tour of the play 2:22 A Ghost Story at Brighton's Theatre Royal. At the time, a source revealed to the Mirror that Lisa was taking the relationship slowly to avoid further hurt, describing how Kilburn treated her "like a princess" and supported her thriving career.
However, the romance has now ended, with a source confirming, "It’s very sad, but it wasn’t to be." This split follows Lisa's previous relationship with Sky electrician James Green, which ended "out of the blue" in August 2023 after three years. Their breakup appeared amicable initially, but later reports suggested disputes over a £100,000 loan, though Lisa denied these claims on social media, stating she never threatened legal action and did not receive £31 million from her divorce settlement.
Property Woes and a Devastating Fire
Lisa's post-divorce life has also been marred by property challenges. She retained a five-bedroom west London mansion from her marriage to Ant, which she has been renting out. In September 2023, the property caught fire in an electrical blaze, requiring six fire engines and around 40 firefighters to extinguish. The incident was a significant blow, with Lisa sharing a poignant quote on Instagram about turning "silent" from pain.
The fire damage forced Lisa to reduce the asking price when she put the house back on the market. Initially valued at £7-8 million, she listed it for £4 million in May 2024, later cutting it to £3.4 million by October 2025 after struggles with "nosey" potential buyers. A friend revealed that Lisa "just wants the house off her hands now," seeing it as one of the last ties to her marriage, apart from her dog Hurley, whom she adopted with Ant.
Extending an Olive Branch to Ant McPartlin
Amid these difficulties, Lisa has shown signs of moving forward emotionally. In April 2024, she reportedly extended an "olive branch" to Ant McPartlin, with a source telling OK! magazine that Lisa has done "a lot of healing" and no longer wants to be angry. She acknowledged Ant's new chapter in life, including his marriage to Anne-Marie Corbett in 2021 and the birth of their son Wilder in 2024.
Lisa also showed support for Ant ahead of the final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway, liking a social media post that praised Ant and Dec as "simply the best." The source added that Lisa feels she played a role in their success and has fond memories from the early days of the show. Ending 2024 on a hopeful note, Lisa shared a message about rising and thriving in 2025, indicating a desire for a fresh start.
Conclusion: A Path Forward
Lisa Armstrong's journey since her divorce from Ant McPartlin has been fraught with emotional and practical challenges, from failed relationships and legal issues to property disasters. Yet, her efforts to heal and extend goodwill toward her ex-husband suggest a resilient spirit aiming for peace and renewal in the face of ongoing heartbreak.
