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Edinburgh Live
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster 'held responsible' for 'collapse' of star's proposal
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Sir Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster have humorously been accused of ruining a Heart Radio presenter's engagement plans. The couple celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary this week, by hopping on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to revisit the spots where they got engaged, tied the knot, and honeymooned. Back in 2005, after six years of dating, Rod proposed to Loose Women's Penny at the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. They exchanged vows two years later Portofino, Italy, which was followed by a luxury yacht-based honeymoon off the coast. On Heart Radio's Breakfast Show on Friday, Jamie Theakston light-heartedly blamed Rod for derailing his own proposal plan to his now wife Sophie. Shortly after the singer's engagement was announced, Jamie remembered him and his then girlfriend being on their way to Paris by train, whom he planned to propose to. (Image: INSTAGRAM/PENNYLANCASTER) Speaking to his co-stars Amanda Holden and Ashley Roberts, he said he envisioned proposing at the Eiffel Tower, just like Rod did. "I thought the Eiffel Tower might be romantic, at the Eiffel Tower, on one knee, pop the question, job done," he shared. "It was a beautiful weekend, the sun was shining, we'd been to Paris a couple of times before, so it was a special place." Jamie went on to say that he was already "nervous" about the engagement ring through customs without Sophie noticing, which he thankfully managed to pull off. What happened next however forced him to reconsider his proposal strategy. He explained: "Anyway, she's reading a copy of Hello! Magazine, she goes, 'OMG. Do you know Rod Stewart has just got engaged to Penny Lancaster?' I said, 'Oh, really?' "She said, 'How naff is this, they did it in Paris on the Eiffel Tower'." (Image: INSTAGRAM/JAMIETHEAKSTON) After Amanda and Ashley expressed shock, he went on to say he contemplated abandoning the plan entirely. Later on in their trip, he chose to instead propose in a more intimate setting, their hotel room. "It wasn't as special as it might've been. So essentially, I hold Rod and Penny personally responsible for the complete collapse of my wedding proposal," he quipped. Despite the proposal not going exactly as planned, the most important thing was that Sophie happily said "yes". They later exchanged vows in Ditchling, Sussex and went on to become parents to two sons; Sidney, 17, and Kit, 16. As for Rod, Penny is his third wife and they have also two sons together; Alastair, 19, and Aiden, 14. The Maggie May singer is a father to eight children in total, including; Sarah, 61, Kimberly, 45, Sean, 44, Ruby, 38, Renee, 33, Liam, 30. Before Penny, he was married to Alana Stewart from 1979 to 1984, followed by Rachel Hunter from 1990 to 2006.
Daily Record
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
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.
Edinburgh Live
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Penny Lancaster says 'my dreams have come true' in Rod Stewart marriage update
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Sir Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster took a trip down memory lane this week. The music icon, 80, and model, 54, boarded a train to a place that's very close to their hearts. They got married in La Cervara in Portofino back in 2007 – and wanted to return to the picturesque scene to relieve their wedding memories almost two decades later. The pair enjoyed a luxurious trip on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, which is a private train service. And Penny described the journey as her "dream come true". In an Instagram post, she gushed: "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." (Image: The pair also posted a sweet picture together. It shows them standing in front of a train in matching outfits. Both Penny and Rod opted for pink attire. But while the former kept things low-key with a dusky rose dress, her husband went all-out with a fuchsia blazer. The cute post has racked up more than 30,000 likes since it was uploaded, as well as plenty of comments of support. One commenter said: "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." Another gushed: "Glad to see you're doing well. Congratulations on your wedding anniversary." Meanwhile, a third added: "Have a wonderful time! Couple goals right there." Inside Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster's relationship Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster have been in a relationship since 1999. Penny, a model, photographer, and television personality, apparently first clapped eyes on the music legend at a party in the Dorchester. She was later hired to photograph him on tour, which is when sparks first started flying. They got engaged in 2005 and went on to marry on June 16, 2007, in Portofino, Italy. Together, they have two sons: Alastair Wallace Stewart (born 2005) and Aiden Patrick Stewart (born 2011). Sir Rod also has six other children from previous relationships – including with his first wife Alana and second wife Rachel Hunter. Penny and Rod have been open about facing challenges, including fertility struggles before the birth of their second son. They also give glimpses inside their marriage on occasion. As well as sharing updates to social media, Penny has also appeared on Loose Women. During various episodes of the daytime TV show, she has discussed family life and marriage. Penny is also likely to give more details about her relationship with Sir Rod in her soon-to-be-published book. Earlier this month, she spoke about the release of an intimate memoir titled 'Someone Like Me'. It promises to take readers through previously untold aspects of her life journey as a former model. Sir Rod proudly shared the big news across his own social platforms, affectionately dubbing the work as "The light of my life's new memoir".
India.com
03-05-2025
- India.com
World's most luxurious train has fare of more than Rs 4 lakh, not Maharajas' Express, Belmond British Pullman, Golden Eagle, it is…, runs from…
World's most luxurious train: Today, the rail network around the world is among the best transportation systems. Trains have seen significant development. Where there used to be only seating, trains now offer an experience akin to traveling in a moving hotel. Sitting in these trains feels like you are journeying from a place resembling a palace. You may have heard and read about many luxury trains, but today we are going to tell you about a luxury train that is ultra, mega, and super luxury, all rolled into one. This is a train that allows you to comfortably view the world during your journey. Let's learn more about this train. This is the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (VSOE), a private luxury train service operating from London to Venice and other European cities. Currently, the train is owned by Belmond. It was established in 1982 by James Sherwood from Kentucky, USA. The first London-Venice train was run on May 25, 1982. Facilities available on the train The Venice Simplon Orient Express is perhaps the most famous luxury train in the world, featuring lavish coaches built in the 1920s, marble bathrooms, 24-hour butler service, and complimentary champagne for passengers. This train travels to major European cities like London, Paris, Venice, Prague, Budapest, and Vienna. The amenities available on the Venice Simplon Orient Express are exceptional, but it's worth noting that the facilities on this train are comparable to those of India's Maharajas' Express, which is a luxury tourist train owned and operated by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC). Fare of Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train The fare of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train can go up to Rs 406,479.54 rupees per journey. If you want to travel on this luxury train, you can follow the instructions provided on the website to book your ticket. When compared to Maharajas' Express, the most expensive ticket is for the Presidential Suite, which costs approximately Rs 2,101,619.51 rupees per trip.
