Renee Zellweger cuts a quirky figure in a flat cap and shades at Edinburgh Film Festival following revelation she is living apart from boyfriend Ant Anstead amid his money troubles

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Renee Zellweger made an unusual yet appealing impression when she attended the yearly Edinburgh Film Festival in Scotland on Saturday.

56-year-old, two-time Academy Award winner donned a flat cap and dark attire, while subtly honoring the host nation with a plaid scarf around her neck.

In a chilly weather, Zellweger donned a black coat, paired it with jeans, and exhibited a lively mood as she struck poses for selfies during an outdoor movie event.

According to DailyMail.com’s latest report, the actress and her long-term boyfriend, Ant Anstead (a British TV host), have been residing separately for about a year now.

Since the beginning of their relationship in 2021, this pair hasn’t been spotted together in public venues starting from early March, where they were photographed attending their friend Anstead’s child’s soccer match.

Instead of being associated with his appearances on Wheeler Dealers and Born Mechanic, he’s recently been seen spending nights at a glitzy divorcee’s house in Laguna Beach, while Zellweger has been working in New York for a television series.

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Anstead, aged 46, finds himself on the brink of bankruptcy due to his auto business. He is dealing with multiple legal claims totaling over $3 million, and as a result, he’s been forced to liquidate some of his possessions.

Over the past few years, he had a luxurious mansion worth millions in the elite town of Laguna Beach, California. In the year 2022, photographs emerged showing him relocating to Zellweger’s $30,000-a-month oceanfront house next door.

For the last year, his living situation has been fairly simple, occupying an 832 square foot, two-bedroom rental that’s valued at $4,250 a month.

According to Anstead’s representative, the modest home he vacated more than a month back was exclusively rented by Mr. Anstead himself. The property owner verified that Ms. Zellweger was never listed on the rental agreement.

The actress from Bridget Jones’s Diary has recently been filming a fresh season of the well-liked Hulu series, Only Murders in the Building, in New York City. Meanwhile, Anstead was rumored to have spent time in the UK over the past few weeks, before heading back to Laguna.

The representative for Zellweger stated that he is keeping quiet about his valued personal relationship, preferring to keep it private. Zellweger’s representative remained silent on the matter.

It was reported by a reliable source familiar with the matter that the person dating Bridget Jones’s star is still in a relationship with them, even though they reside separately.

However, last week, Anstead was observed spending a night at a different residence within the home of Julia French, a 36-year-old affluent woman from Laguna, who is commonly known as ‘Jules’.

According to her Facebook profile, Jules – a certified spin instructor at Rhythm Ride in Laguna Beach – is going through a divorce from her husband, James Hanna III, who is a hedge fund founder and also the father of their two little kids.

According to an astute onlooker, it’s been reported that recently, Anstead has been seen having a beach meet-up with Jules during sunset hours in a desirable coastal town of Southern California, known for its romantic settings.

However, the pair have never been seen engaging in any non-platonic behaviour.

According to a reliable insider, it appears that Anstead has been residing in the apartment located within the property ever since he vacated his humble rental home around April.

One of her children attends the same school as Hudson. When Ant has to work late or needs childcare, Hudson often spends time with Jules’ kids. Then, in the evening, Ant usually collects Hudson.

However, it seems there was a playful camaraderie between them, as an informant noted. Consequently, when he left his two-bedroom rented place, he chose to relocate to the apartment above Garage of Jules instead.

Currently, he’s seeking alternative rental options. However, at the moment, his belongings are kept in storage. He also has quite a bit of items with Jules.

The French clan is widely recognized within Laguna, as they possess multiple high-end properties scattered across the prestigious coastal community.

The Redfin real estate website values her seaside property, featuring five bedrooms, at approximately $8 million, which also includes a detached two-bedroom unit.

‘That’s kind of how the relationship works.’

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2025-08-16 19:33