GMB star opens about spat with partner in Penny and Rod Stewart marriage debate

Good Morning Britain star Richard Arnold, who is notoriously private about his personal life, has shared a rare insight into his relationship with his partner

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Richard Arnold shared a rare glimpse into his personal life on Good Morning Britain, revealing that he had a tiff with his long-term partner Stuart before joining presenters Kate Garraway and Adil Ray on set this Friday, August 30.

The 54-year-old was there to deliver the latest showbiz news but ended up divulging a bit more as he related to a story about Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster's alleged spat, which Stewart has since refuted online.

Richard humorously disclosed: "My other half and I have fallen out over a shower attachment," which sent his colleagues into fits of laughter. Despite being in a relationship for many years, Richard has kept his partner's identity away from social media, only occasionally mentioning him during his time on the popular breakfast show.

In a touching moment back in March, 2024, while discussing the 10th anniversary of the first same-sex marriage in England and Wales with Susanna Reid, who is due back on air in September after her summer break, Richard reflected on his own relationship: "We've been together for 19 years now my partner and I, it feels like five minutes, underwater," and wittily remarked on his marital status: "Still no ring on my finger, but I'm waiting."

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Richard Arnold spoke about Penny Lancaster and Rod Stewart (Image: ITV)

Richard has revealed in the past that his "man-cave" summer house has been a haven for the couple, noting last year how vital their garden became during lockdown.

Speaking about the importance of their outdoor space, he recounted in 2022: "Our garden has become a real sanctuary for us. For many people during lockdown who were lucky enough to have an outdoor space - or frankly even a window box - it took your mind away from everything that was going on. For the last 10 years, our garden has been very much that," reports the Mirror.

He shared: "Particularly when my dad passed away and when my other half lost his mother, we would spend a lot of time in the garden." He conceded, however, that Stuart is the one with the green thumb between them.

Richard Arnold made a surprising revelation about his relationship with long-term partner Stuart

Richard Arnold made a surprising revelation about his relationship with long-term partner Stuart (Image: )

Richard took some time off from Good Morning Britain earlier this summer, making a return to the show in July 2024. Upon his return, co-host Richard Madeley couldn't resist commenting on his refreshed look, joking: "Nice to see you back matey. You brought the weather with you and a suit to match."

Admitting his delight at being back, he said: "And a cheeky little glow-up as well!"

Good Morning Britain airs weekdays from 6am on ITV1.

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