In a captivating moment that has set social media ablaze, Heartbeat star Tricia Penrose joyfully announced her engagement. Just as she celebrated seven years with her fiancé, Chris, the 55-year-old actress delighted fans by flaunting her stunning diamond ring on social platforms. The heartwarming news was shared through an ecstatic post on X, formerly Twitter, along with a touching photograph of the couple beaming at a restaurant.
Looking effortlessly chic in a blue shirt and thick-rimmed glasses, Tricia wore her blonde hair in loose, flowing waves. In the picture, her left hand—adorned with the glittering ring—rested on Chris’s chest as they embraced. The tender snapshot encapsulated their love, leaving fans spellbound.
My lovely Chris has proposed on our 7 year anniversary! Off to Tenerife now with my lovely fiancé to celebrate ❤️❤️❤️ what a lovely surprise xxx pic.twitter.com/VCJZTud3VT
— Tricia Penrose (@triciapenrose) July 16, 2025
In her heartfelt caption, Tricia wrot“My lovely Chris has proposed on our 7-year anniversary! Off to Tenerife now with my lovely fiancé to celebrate what a lovely surprise.” A subsequent post on Instagram showcased a close-up of the dazzling engagement ring, offering her fans an intimate look at the stunning piece.
The outpouring of affection from fans was overwhelming, with many sharing their joy in the comments. One excited follower exclaimed, “What fabulous news!!! I’m beyond thrilled for you both!! Have fun in the sun.” Another sentiment echoe“Congratulations to both of you, I wish you both many healthy happy years together.”
Others continued to shower her with praise, with comments like, “Beautiful Tricia, congratulations! You’re looking fabulous,” and “Congratulations, Tricia! Enjoy your holiday.”
Tricia’s engagement comes on the heels of her split from TV presenter Mark Simpkin, whom she was married to for 18 years. The couple announced their breakup in 2021, sharing that they had grown apart and concluded it was best to part ways. During their marriage, they welcomed two sons, Jake, 21, and Freddy, 16.
Just two weeks after her divorce from Mark, Tricia found love with Chris, and the pair went public on Instagram in 2021. She even shared a playful selfie captioned, “Lovely night with my gorgeous fella.” Their journey from heartbreak to love is a testament to resilience and the beauty of finding happiness anew.