Carol Kirkwood, 63, admits she only spends 90 minutes a day with new husband Steve, 49, and opens up about the ‘heartbreak’ of not having children

Carol Kirkwood confesses that, because of their hectic work routines, she and her husband Steve Randall typically spend no more than 90 minutes together each day.

Every morning at 4 am, the television personality, who’s 63 years old, needs to report to the BBC studio located at Salford Quays. Meanwhile, her spouse, Steve, works as a policeman, often during off-hours.

In an honest conversation with OK Magazine, she shared: ‘Our schedules often keep us apart for most of the week.’

We calculated that on weekdays, we spend just one and a half hours with each other daily. Consequently, the time we share is incredibly valuable and cherished. It’s truly priceless.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but chuckle at the thought of their retirement being a surprise when they’ll finally have all the time in the world to enjoy each other’s company without any work-related constraints.

Following a work gathering in 2021, they forged a friendship that eventually grew into a romantic relationship.

In December 2023, they got married, marking nine years since her divorce from real estate tycoon Jimmy Kirkwood, with whom she was married for 25 years.

Additionally, Carol shared her journey towards accepting life without having children, even though it had been a long-held dream of hers. At one point, she pursued fertility options.

I’ve always harbored the desire to become a parent. It was a cherished dream of mine. Regrettably, we encountered difficulties in realizing it, eventually facing disappointment together.

Last month, Carol admitted that there’s nothing like a flawless romance, following her disclosure of retiring in the next two years and touring Europe with her spouse.

Speaking candidly to the Daily Mirror, she expressed: “It’s unfortunate when relationships end. I have experienced a failed marriage myself, and every time such an event occurs, it’s a source of sadness.

Well, it seems there’s no absolute, flawless romance devoid of disagreements or misunderstandings. After all, such situations are part and parcel of life.

As a seasoned lifestyle guide, I’ve always been open about my journey, so let me share an update from my life. For nearly three decades, I’ve graced the screens at the BBC, a partnership that’s been both fulfilling and enriching. However, as I approach my 65th birthday, a new horizon beckons for me and my partner Steve. It’s time to embrace change and explore what lies beyond the familiar confines of our current setting.

Reflecting on my dreams for the future, I find myself reminiscing about our enchanting discovery of Majorca – a place that has left an indelible mark on me, having served as the backdrop for my fifth novel, ‘Meet Me at Sunset’. This captivating tale revolves around a woman seeking solace from a fractured love affair.

‘Steve and I plan to escape and travel for some time when we retire, perhaps in a year or two.

‘We’ll travel in a camper van or get in the car, cross over to France and then just drive.’

In 2008, Carol, a woman hailing from Morar, Lochaber, parted ways with her husband, a property developer named Jimmy, following eighteen years of matrimony. Their divorce was officially concluded in 2012.

She playfully remarked about her upcoming second marriage, stating to a news outlet, “Love is even more delightful in a second go-round. I want to clarify that I hold no disdain for my first spouse, but this feels superior.

The celebrity from television likewise addressed the age disparity in her romance, emphasizing that it holds no significance for her.

In an interview with Saga Magazine, she stated: “This year, Steve turns 50. Regarding other people’s views on the age difference, I personally don’t perceive him as being younger than myself.

She also said she believes that meeting him was fate.

She mentioned that we both disliked the event we attended. It felt like a pivotal point in our lives – if I hadn’t been there, we wouldn’t have crossed paths.

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2025-08-02 14:19