Coleen Nolan confirms new relationship with Ryan Brockbank

Coleen Nolan has publicly confirmed a new relationship, sharing a photo with her partner Ryan Brockbank on Instagram on August 11, 2026. The Loose Women presenter, 61, posted a selfie of the couple smiling together, captioning the image with the letter "R" followed by a red heart emoji. The post marks the first time the TV star has gone Instagram official with a partner since her split from Michael Jones in 2024.

Brockbank, a fashion lecturer believed to be in his late 40s, has been dating Nolan for several months. The relationship became visible to fans after Brockbank was seen supporting Nolan and her sisters during their stage show, An Afternoon with the Nolans. An insider described the couple as "pretty smitten," noting that Nolan's children are aware of the relationship and that things are "moving pretty fast." The source added that Brockbank is a father and that the pair share common interests.

The announcement was met with an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities. Celebs Go Dating coach Anna Williamson, who worked with Nolan earlier in 2026, commented, "There she is my Queen Coleen. You deserve it all." Nolan replied, "I owe so much to you guys. You...