Christine McGuinness and Nicola Adams are reportedly growing close after both recently ending long-term relationships. The two were seen together at the DIVA Awards 2026 in London.
As of early Tuesday, sources indicate they have been spending time together. An attendee at the awards stated, “They were inseparable and looked like they were a couple.” Both women are currently navigating single parenting.
McGuinness, age 38, was married to Paddy McGuinness for 11 years before their separation in 2022. She has three children: twins Leo and Penelope, aged 11, and Felicity, aged 8. Meanwhile, Nicola Adams, 43, split from her partner Ella Baig in March 2025 after seven years together and shares a son named Taylor Nate, born by IVF in July 2022.
Both women have expressed their desires for future relationships. Christine mentioned on a podcast, “I would love to have a wife one day. Not like a legalized marriage, but like a blessing, a celebration of love and all of that.” This sentiment reflects their shared experiences as single parents.
Key facts about their recent breakups:
- Christine McGuinness separated from Paddy McGuinness in 2022.
- Nicola Adams ended her relationship with Ella Baig in March 2025.
- Both women are currently single and have children to raise.
A representative for Nicola stated, “We don’t feel the need to make a comment at this time.” However, close friends suggest that Nicola and Christine will make a good match as they both navigate new chapters in their lives.
The DIVA Awards celebrated LGBTQIA+ achievements this year, further highlighting the importance of representation in celebrity relationships. As both women continue to explore their connection, the public remains curious about their evolving friendship.
