Former Wimbledon champion Pat Cash has announced his engagement to singer-songwriter Charlotte Hodson. Cash, 61, described Hodson, 54, as his 'soulmate' in a statement, expressing gratitude for the unexpected turn of events.
"Every now and then, life can surprise you in the very best way," Cash said. "I am so incredibly lucky to know that, through an amazing string of coincidences, I found my soulmate. I can't help but believe God had it all planned to perfection. She said Yes."
Hodson, who is also a massage therapist and performs with the pop group Chocolate Charlie, first appeared publicly with Cash last year at Wimbledon, where he was working as a commentator. She has sung with artists such as Dannii Minogue and Westlife.
Hodson has two sons, and Cash has four children from previous relationships. He has been married twice, divorcing his Brazilian ex-wife Emily Bendit in 2002. Cash became a grandfather at the age of 45.
Cash, who won the Wimbledon men's singles title in 1987, is remembered for his celebratory "Champion's Climb" into the stands after his victory. He has previously spoken about his struggles with depression and mental health, detailing how professional tennis and personal expectations contributed to severe depression from age 19 to 35. He sought treatment in rehab and found improvement after retiring from professional play.
In other celebrity news, Princess Eugenie's friend Poppy Jamie announced she is seven months pregnant with her first child after a multi-year fertility journey, which included losing two previous pregnancies. Jamie shared her news online alongside a photograph of her bump. Her boyfriend is businessman Jack Bryant.
Ski star Lindsey Vonn, who suffered a severe leg and ankle injury at the Winter Olympics in February, has made a notable recovery. Vonn, 41, attended a gala at the US Open in New York wearing heels, though medical tape was visible on her left calf and knee. She has stated that she is uncertain about returning to competitive skiing.
Actress Caroline Quentin has opted to rent her current home in Somerset after downsizing from a large farmhouse in Devon. Quentin, 66, and her husband Sam Farmer, who is 12 years her junior, have been living in their rented property for over a year and expressed satisfaction with a more manageable garden space.
Sir Ringo Starr's son, Zak Starkey, has rejoined the band The Who after being dismissed approximately 18 months ago. Starkey, 60, has been the drummer for The Who for 29 years and is now participating in rehearsals for a potential European tour. Starkey expressed happiness about returning to play with the band and his bandmates.