February 24th 2024.
Declan Donnelly, one half of the beloved presenting duo Ant and Dec, has been making waves in the entertainment industry for years. Not only is he a seasoned host with a charming personality, but he is also a dedicated family man. After a successful 20-year run on Saturday Night Takeaway, Dec and Ant have decided to take a well-deserved break from the show.
Since its debut in 2002, Saturday Night Takeaway has become a fan-favorite, but after the upcoming season wraps up, the show will be going on hiatus. This decision was announced by the pair last year, citing the show's demanding schedule and their desire to spend more time with their families. Dec, who is married to his wife Ali Astall, shares two children with her.
But what do we know about Dec's personal life? Who is Ali Astall, and how did they meet? Ali, born in Newcastle, Australia, is a talent manager at James Grant Management. She has been working with Ant and Dec for over a decade and is also known for representing other stars such as Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby. After dating for a year, Dec and Ali got engaged in 2014 and tied the knot at St Michael's Roman Catholic Church in Elswick, Tyne and Wear the following year. Ant was even the best man at their wedding.
Dec has previously shared that he and Ali used to spend Valentine's Day together when they were both single. He told the Daily Express, "When she was single and I was single, we'd go out for dinner on Valentine's Day together. Last year we went out as a couple. It was a little strange because we've had a working relationship for so long."
Together, Dec and Ali have two children. Their daughter, Isla Elizabeth Anne Donnelly, was born in September 2018, and their son, Jack Anthony Alphonsus, arrived in July 2022. As for Dec's net worth, he has been working with Ant since they were kids and has become one of the most successful presenting duos in the UK. According to The Sun, each of them has a net worth of £62 million.
Apart from their successful television careers, Ant and Dec also pursued a music career but are best known for their hosting skills. In 2022, they reportedly signed a £40 million three-year deal with ITV for shows like Britain's Got Talent, I'm A Celebrity, Saturday Night Takeaway, and Ant and Dec's DNA Journey.
On a lighter note, Dec's height has been the subject of some jokes on screen over the years. Standing at 1.68m, or 5ft 5in, he is slightly shorter than his presenting partner Ant, who is 1.73m or 5ft 9in. However, Dec has never let his height stop him from shining on screen.
Fans can catch Dec and Ant on the new season of Saturday Night Takeaway, which premieres tonight at 7pm on ITV1. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch with our entertainment team via email, phone, or by visiting our Submit Stuff page. We'd love to hear from you.
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