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Dame Kelly Holmes ‘engaged’ to partner three years after coming out as gay

They have been together since 2021

Star of Loose Women Dame Kelly Holmes has reportedly got engaged to her partner Louise Cullen.

According to headlines, former athlete Kelly, who is a double gold Olympic medal winner, popped the big question to her massage therapist girlfriend earlier this year.

In 2022, Louise moved from Northern Ireland into Kelly’s home in Kent.

Dame Kelly Holmes and Louise Cullen on the red carpet
Dame Kelly Holmes is reportedly engaged to partner Louise Cullen (Credit: Splashnews.com)

Dame Kelly Holmes ‘engaged’ to partner Louise

As reported by The Sun, an insider told the newspaper that it’s a “lovely happy ending after she spent years thinking she was going to be arrested for having gay relationships while she was in the Army”.

They continued: “It was at a time when homosexuality was still illegal for serving troops.”

The news arrives three years after Kelly came out as gay.

Kelly and Louise have been in a relationship since 2021. They met on an online fitness community set up during the coronavirus pandemic.

ED! has contacted Kelly’s reps for comment.

‘Remember those that love you should love you unconditionally’

Yesterday (August 2), Kelly attended Brighton Pride with Louise, where superstar singer Mariah Carey headlined.

Ahead of her performance, Kelly participated in the 5k run to show her support.

“Last night was fab with @brightonandhovefrontrunners at their Rainbow Run. I joined in on the 5K run to show my support. Oh and also when I won a @attitudemag Icon award last month I won £1000 for charity so I gave it to this organisation to continue to support and inspire people in Brighton to get together and stay active,” she wrote on Instagram.

“Wow over 500 runners/walkers from the LGBTQIA community amd allies. So much colour, energy and happiness. Keep showing up, being you and remember those that love you should love you unconditionally,” she continued.

“Happy Pride Everyone.”

To accompany the heartfelt caption, Kelly attached a series of snapshots from her day where she was clearly beaming with joy.

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Fabio Magnocavallo
Assistant Editor