EastEnders actress Debbie Arnold reveals her new romance at 70 years old. She met her partner at a funeral wake six months ago and calls him the love of her life. The actress jokes about being a “cougar” since her new man is younger. Does this prove that age is just a number? Keep scrolling to learn more.
Debbie Has Found An Unexpected Connection
Former BBC actress Debbie has revealed that she has found love at the age og 70. Debbie met her partner at a friend’s mother’s funeral. And while chatting at the wake, she felt an instant spark. Hence, she asked a friend of hers to check whether he was single. She then encouraged the man to call her.
Soon, Debbie knew she was in big trouble because the connection felt so strong. It happened after the two went for a dog walk and shared a kiss. Also, for this man the actress has broken her type in men. Debbie said she usually avoids men with no hair and would have swiped left on him on a dating app.
Elsewhere, Debbie says that dating apps are ridiculous for focusing so much on age. The former EastEnders actress also compared herself to Prue Leith. Debbie believes she saved the best for last and remains a glass-half-full person. Arnold is a veteran of the genre and has also appeared in Coronation Street, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks.
Several fans also commented on the post saying, “So happy for you xx.” Another shared, “Good for her!! Love always finds a way.” A third user wrote, “Never look for love, love is always looking for you. Nice on Debbie.” Someone else wrote, “Nice happy story.”
Debbie’s Journey In EastEnders
Debbie played April Branning in the BBC soap during the mid-90s. During her final storyline, April chose her lover over a stable life in Walford. April’s partner, market inspector Michael Rose, had fallen deeply in love with her. He also begged her to move in with him. And April was even considering Michael’s offer. However, her former fiance Nikos returned to Walford to win her back.
Nikos had previously jitted her at the altar. However, despite his past betrayal, April decided to give him another chance. Hence, she dumped Michael and left Walford for Greece. Over there, she successfully married Nikos. That’s how her chapter came to an end on the soap. Meanwhile, did you like the update on Debbie’s love life? Let us know in the comments section. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.