Love has no age, no timetable, and no expiration date — and Carol Kirkwood has just proven it in the most heartwarming way possible. The beloved BBC Breakfast weather presenter, 60, shocked and delighted fans when she announced her engagement to her partner, retired Metropolitan Police officer Steve Randall, 47. The news, revealed live on-air, quickly sent social media into a frenzy, with thousands of viewers calling it the “rom-com ending Carol deserves.”
For long-time followers of the TV star, this moment feels especially emotional. Back in 2008, Carol went through what she later described as a “painful and sh0cking” divorce after 18 years of marriage to her first husband, Jimmy Kirkwood. At the time, the split left her guarded and private about her personal life, choosing instead to focus on her flourishing broadcasting career. But now, more than a decade later, she is glowing with joy again — and it’s clear this chapter is different.
Her fiancé, Steve Randall, is no stranger to responsibility or discipline, having served as a Met Police officer before retiring. Sources close to the couple describe their relationship as built on mutual respect, laughter, and a down-to-earth sense of companionship. “Steve makes Carol feel safe, loved, and cherished,” one friend revealed, “and she makes him laugh every single day.”
Fans have been particularly touched by the age-gap romance, which Kirkwood herself embraces with pride. Instead of shying away from the headlines dubbing him her “toyboy,” she has been candid about the happiness she’s found. “It’s not about numbers, it’s about connection,” she has said in interviews.
The announcement comes after weeks of speculation, with viewers noticing Kirkwood’s radiant energy on screen. And when the ring finally appeared — sparkling on her hand during a live broadcast — fans erupted. Tears, applause, and an overwhelming wave of congratulations flooded social media.
Could this be the fairytale ending Carol deserves? For many, the answer is already yes. After years of heartbreak and solitude, she has found not only love but a partner who stands proudly by her side.
As one fan put it perfectly on Twitter: “Carol Kirkwood has been brightening our mornings for years — now it’s her turn to wake up smiling every day.” 🌹
