Football legend Wayne Rooney and his teenage son Kai made a stylish pre-party pitstop at a barbershop in Cheshire on Friday, just hours before wife Coleen's opulent 40th birthday celebrations kicked off. The 40-year-old former England striker was seen getting a trim, while preparations were in full swing at the family's nearby £20 million mansion, where a large marquee had been erected for the "beautiful and boozy" festivities.
Father-Son Bonding Before the Big Event
Wayne cut a relaxed figure as the barber worked his magic, with Kai, 16, arriving with takeaway food for the pair. The teenager sported a grey tracksuit paired with chunky trainers and a luxurious £400 Louis Vuitton beanie, showcasing the family's penchant for high-end fashion. This casual outing highlighted a moment of bonding between father and son ahead of the weekend's glamorous events.
Coleen's Milestone Celebration Details
Coleen Rooney, known for her role on I'm A Celebrity, is pulling out all the stops for her milestone birthday. An enormous white marquee has been set up in the 50-acre grounds of their Cheshire home, with reports indicating hundreds of bottles of champagne are on ice for the bank holiday weekend. The guest list is star-studded, including Wayne's football pals like Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, and Darren Fletcher, as well as Coleen's WAG friends such as Annie Kilner and Abbey Clancy.
Insiders reveal that no expense has been spared for the celebration, with caterers and staff ensuring everything runs smoothly. "Coleen loves a good knees-up," a source told The Sun. "She can afford a lovely lifestyle and everything at the party will be classy and beautifully done. But for her, plenty of booze, good music, and her family is all she will want." Live music is planned, and Wayne is expected to take the microphone for a tune or two, given his known love for singing.
A Contrast in Party Planning
Interestingly, Coleen had organised a surprise bash for Wayne's 40th birthday in October last year, but he has not returned the favour, citing fears of disappointing her. Coleen previously explained, "He always uses the excuse of 'it wouldn't be good enough for you'. He's not really a planner, so he'll say 'there's no point in me doing it because you'd want to do it yourself'." Despite this, Wayne shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram for her big day, calling her the "best wife and mum" and posting throwback snaps from their relationship and family life.
Friends and Family Join the Festivities
The celebration will include Coleen's closest friends and family, including her four sons: Kai, Klay (12), Kit (10), and Cass (8). Fellow WAG and pal Tanya Bardsley, 44, showed off new hair extensions ahead of the swanky bash and posted a tribute on her Instagram Stories, writing, "Happy birthday to this gorgeous icon, can't wait to celebrate with you later." Coleen herself expressed excitement, saying, "I'm looking forward to it, I love a birthday and a celebration. I have decided to enjoy a couple of different celebrations with family and friends over the year."
As the Rooney family gears up for a weekend of revelry, this barbershop visit serves as a quiet prelude to what promises to be a lavish and memorable event, blending family moments with high-society glamour in the heart of Cheshire.
