Jermain Defoe, 41, makes red carpet debut with elegant girlfriend Alisha LeMay, 31, at Pride of Britain Awards after sparking engagement rumours
Jermain Dafoe made his red carpet debut with his stylish girlfriend Alicia Lemay as the pair attended the 24th Pride of Britain Awards on Sunday night.
The former footballer, 41, and the personal shopper, 31, who recently sparked engagement rumors, posed for photos at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel.
Alicia has been linked to Jermaine since the start of the year, just weeks after his marriage to Donna Tierney fell apart. Donna has since accused him of cheating on her during their short-lived union.
Stepping out to celebrate members of the public for their heroic acts of individual bravery, Jermaine opted for a smart black suit with satin lapels.
He teamed it with a matching shirt and tie, as well as some smart brogue shoes.
First appearance: Jermain Dafoe, 41, made his red carpet debut with his stylish girlfriend Alicia Lemay, 31, as the pair attended the 24th annual Pride of Britain Awards on Sunday night
Meanwhile, Alisha made sure to match her look with her boyfriend, wearing a strapless satin dress with a slit down the leg.
She boosted her height with a pair of black stilettos and pulled her blonde hair into a chic bun.
In an explosive Instagram post in March, heartbroken sports ex Donna, 40, shared a picture of the card as she accused her love rival of making a ‘desperate’ bid to win her husband’s affections.
The card read: “Hard work, happy 40th birthday my beauty, I would bake you a cake if I knew how to use an oven 🙂 can’t wait to live with you.” I love you more than Selfridges, leesh kkkk.’
Jermaine turned 40 on October 7 last year, four months after marrying ex Donna in a lavish £200,000 wedding.
Donna said of the note: ‘Marriage is meant to be lived with someone.’
She unfollowed her husband on social media and both removed pictures of OK! Magazine cover featuring their £200,000 wedding last June.
This summer, Jermaine and his new girlfriend sparked engagement rumors as she wore a noticeable new ring to a London date.
In love: The ex-footballer and personal shopper, who recently sparked engagement rumors, posed for photos at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel
The Match: Stepping out to celebrate members of the public for their heroic acts of individual bravery, Jermaine opted for a smart black suit with satin lapels
They are also said to be moving into a £3m mansion in Hertfordshire together, it said Sun.
The annual Pride of Britain Awards will return for a 24th year at London’s Grosvenor House, with Carol Vorderman and Ashley Banjo co-hosting the star-studded affair.
Held since 1999, the ceremony honors the achievements of truly exceptional people from across the UK and all walks of life – nominated by members of the public.
After being shortlisted from thousands of entries, the winners are chosen by a Pride of Britain panel of judges.
Despite taking place on a Sunday night, the ceremony will be broadcast on ITV on Thursday, October 12 at 8pm.
The Pride of Britain Awards will award winners in nine categories; TSB Community Hero Award, Good Morning Britain Young Fundraiser of the Year, This Morning Emergency Services Award, Outstanding Bravery, Child of Courage, Prince’s Trust Young Achiever, Special Mention and Outstanding Contribution.
The winners who will be honored at this great event are slain hero Lee Rigby’s son, Jack Rigby (13), and former rugby player Rob Barrow, along with his wife Lindsey and best friend Kevin Sinfield.
Heartbroken: Alicia has been linked to Jermaine since the start of the year, just weeks after his marriage to Donna Tierney (pictured) fell apart. Donna has since accused him of cheating
Allegation: In an explosive Instagram post, Donna, 40, shared an image of the card as she accused her love rival of “desperately” trying to win Jermaine’s affections
Speaking to the Daily Mirror about his award, Rob said: “I am inspired by the true unsung heroes who make me proud to be British.
“It’s even more special that I received the award together with my wife Lindsey and my great friend Kevin.” I’m so proud of them.’
A host of famous faces will be attending the party, but regular attendee Holly Willoughby will not be making an appearance.
The TV presenter has canceled her plans to attend the annual awards as she deals with an alleged kidnapping plot.