Penny Lancaster gushes 'dreams came true' after sweet moment with Rod Stewart
Penny Lancaster has taken to Instagram to share a sweet insight into a rare public outing with her husband, Sir Rod Stewart, as the couple marked a very special occasion
Sir Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster embarked on a nostalgic journey this week, retracing the steps of their romance. To fans' delight, they visited the spot where they tied the knot in 2007.
The legendary musician, 80, and his model wife, 54, set off aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express – a lavish private train service.
Their destination was La Cervara in Portofino, the idyllic setting where they wed almost 20 years ago, yearning to relive those treasured moments.
Penny couldn't contain her excitement about the trip, referring to it as her "dream come true" in an endearing Instagram update.
Enamoured by the opulent voyage, she penned: "Entering a bygone era @vsoetrain from Paris where we got engaged to Portofino where we got married 18 years ago, it's totally magical Sir Rod Stewart."
Additionally, the loved-up pair shared adorable an snapshot of themselves at the train station, dressed in matching pink ensembles.
While Penny donned a dusky rose dress with a fruity pattern, Sir Rod pulled out all the stops with a bold fuchsia blazer.
The charming photo has been liked more than 30,000 times, attracting comments filled with warmth and good wishes.
One follower remarked: "Sounds fantastic retracing your first journey. Wishing you both the best time. You look beautiful in the outfit you have chosen and there is only one Sir Rod Stewart – always looking dynamic."
A second admirer commented: "Glad to see you're doing well. Congratulations on your wedding anniversary."
And a third fan cheered: "Have a wonderful time! Couple goals right there."
Inside Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster's enduring love story
Veteran rockstar Rod Stewart and his partner Penny Lancaster, a model, photographer, and TV personality, have been an item since 1999, first locking eyes at a swanky bash held in the Dorchester.
However, it was when Penny was commissioned to photograph him on tour that the couple's romance began to blossom.
They got engaged in 2005 and tied the knot two years later on June 16, 2007, amidst the picturesque backdrop of Portofino, Italy.
The duo has expanded their family with two children: Alastair Wallace Stewart (born in 2005) and Aiden Patrick Stewart (born in 2011).
As well as this, Rod is a father to six other children from past relationships, including those with his exes Alana and Rachel Hunter.
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