HOLLY Valance has found new love with her former bodyguard Grant Gale after splitting from billionaire ex-husband Nick Candy.
The former Neighbours star, 42, was spotted getting affectionate with the 34-year-old ex-soldier in Chelsea, West London, last week, reports the Daily Mail.
Grant, known for his military background and striking tattoos, including an AK-47 ink, once protected Holly, Nick, and their two daughters.
They were seen sharing a kiss in a public park and later picking up sushi together, clearly unfazed by onlookers.
A source said: “They looked really happy and were chatting and joking a lot and being affectionate.”
The couple have known each other for over a year and have even travelled abroad together since Holly’s 13-year marriage ended last year.
Grant’s military past includes overseas operations and a role as director of a clothing company based in Northern Ireland.
Despite his tough exterior, he appears to be playing the protective partner in this new relationship.
Nick Candy, meanwhile, has moved on with a Swedish socialite and recently sold his Chelsea mansion for a record-breaking £270million.
Holly has shown public support for political figures like Nigel Farage and Donald Trump, while Grant has backed her right to free speech on social media.
Friends and family reportedly have mixed feelings about the relationship given Grant’s background, but Holly seems happy and settled.
Neither Holly nor Grant were available for comment last night.