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Anita Rani made a rare appearance with her boyfriend Alex Lavery as they left the Sky Arts Awards on Tuesday night.
The TV presenter, 48, had attended the ceremony at The Roundhouse to present The Times Breakthrough award to Nancy Farino, the writer of dark comedy play Fatherland.
Anita put on a dazzling display in a shimmering purple minidress as she left the venue hand-in-hand with Alex.
It was a rare public appearance for the couple who made their debut in September last year during London Fashion Week.
Anita ended her 14-year marriage to technology executive Bhupinder Rehal in September 2023.
Alex is at the helm of immersive sonic experience company Frqncy Ldn which 'explores the effects of sound and mind on the body', and he performed sound meditations as part of Glastonbury Festival's wellness programme.
Anita Rani made a rare appearance with her boyfriend Alex Lavery as they left the Sky Arts Awards on Tuesday night
The presenter was dressed in a glamorous purple sequinned mini dress as she arrived on the pink carpet ahead of the awards
Anita joined a number of television stars at the annual ceremony which was co-hosted by artist Sir Grayson Perry and musician Rebecca Lucy Taylor (Self Esteem).
The night celebrated outstanding achievements across 11 competitive categories of British and Irish arts, alongside three special recognition honours.
Gemma Collins, who recently left the Big Brother house after her celebrity guest appearance, was seen leaving the venue with her boyfriend Rami Hawash.
Myleene Klass and Caprice, who were dressed in glamorous dresses for the evening, also departed the ceremony.
Anita spoke about her relationship with Alex last year.
She said: 'He’s not just good-looking, he’s a beautiful soul. He’s free-spirited and has really great energy.'
Anita has a huge passion for music and shared the most romantic thing that Alex, 45, had done for her.
She explained that he bought her a range of vinyls and played them for her. Anita loved them all but was confused at how he knew she would love them so much.
Anita posed with award-winner Nancy Farino after she presented The Times Breakthrough award for the writer's dark comedy play Fatherland
The couple were seen having a catch-up with Vic Reeves, Nancy Sorrell and Justin Hawkins outside the ceremony
The group appeared in high spirits
Anita joined a number of television stars at the annual ceremony. Caprice cut a glamorous figure in a pink satin dress and sparkly heels
Myleene Klass strutted out of the venue in a blue fringed gown and gold heels
Gemma Collins, who recently left the Big Brother house after her celebrity guest appearance, was seen leaving the venue with her boyfriend Rami Hawash
Gemma was dressed to impress on a sparkly purple dress. The TV star recently released her documentary with Sky
Nick Mohammed appeared on high spirits
Ryan Sampson was in a cheery mood after the ceremony
Arlene Phillips also headed home after attending the ceremony
Artist Louisa Schmolke looked a little worse-for-wear as she was held up by pals
Nancy Sorrell blew kisses as she strutted out of the venue in her red silk dress
Vic and Nancy put on a loved-up display as they held hands
Nancy and Justin Hawkins' wife Anna shared a kiss on the cheek as they said goodbye
Vic and Justin also shared a hug
Tim Burgess also attended the event
Justin Hawkins rocked a pinstripe suit
When Anita asked, he told her that he'd paid close attention to her music taste and whenever she spoke about music he really listened. She said: 'When you meet someone who has a similar passion, there is nothing more satisfying than listening to music with him.'
Anita's boyfriend Alex is at the helm of immersive sonic experience company Frqncy Ldn which 'explores the effects of sound and mind on the body', and he performed sound meditations as part of Glastonbury Festival's wellness programme.
The pair made their public debut in September last year during London Fashion Week, where they were spotted beaming at each other.
Anita ended her 14-year marriage to technology executive Bhupinder Rehal in September 2023.
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