Hannah Waddingham has revealed she is struggling to find a man because she is ‘so picky’ and a lot of them are grumpy old men.
The 49-year-old Ted Lasso star said she isn’t too concerned about how sexy a potential partner is, adding that she just wants someone who is positive and willing to eat Marmite on toast in bed with her.
Hannah has an eight-year-old daughter Kitty, whom she shares with Italian hotelier Gianluca Cugnetto.
Their last red carpet appearance was at the Olivier Awards in London in April 2022, and while Hannah has never spoken out about the split, she referred to herself as a single mother in an interview in 2023.
When Michelle Visage asked on the Rule Breakers podcast if she had time for men, Hannah initially joked “no,” before adding, “I mean, I think we all have time if you make time.”
Hannah Waddingham has revealed she’s struggling to find a man because she’s ‘so picky’ and a lot of them are grumpy old men
The Ted Lasso star, 49, has eight-year-old daughter Kitty, who she shares with Italian hotelier Gianluca Cugnetto
‘But I’m actually a pretty picky girl and have very specific criteria for things.
“One of the most important things in guys, come on man, positivity – positivity and charisma and I’m your girl.
“But there are an awful lot of misogs (miserable old gits) out there. I do not need it.’
She added, “I’m not really into stereotypical cute cakes, whatever, sexy, whatever.
‘I want a man who will pick me up and say, ‘I’ve got you, I don’t care if you have your make-up on or not, I’m happy to be in bed with you and have Marmite on.’ toast and a glass of milk.
“And just be a sweet, positive, charismatic soul.”
Although Hannah keeps her personal life incredibly private, her most significant recent relationship has been with the father of her child, Gianluca.
When Michelle Visage asked on the Rule Breakers podcast if she had time for men, Hannah initially joked “no,” before adding, “I mean, I think we all have time if you make time.” But I’m actually a pretty picky girl and have very specific criteria for things.”
The couple are said to have started dating in 2012 after the actress met the Italian hotelier through a mutual friend.
They officially started dating soon after and welcomed Kitty in 2016 after years of fertility issues.
Their last red carpet appearance was at the Olivier Awards in London in April 2022, and while Hannah has never spoken out about the split, she referred to herself as a single mother in an interview with People in 2023.
“My main role is being a single mother,” the star said.
Back in May, the star was believed to remain very much single, but she sparked rumors when she posted a gushing tribute to her good friend Nick Todisco on social media, calling him “my beauty” (and I mean crrraaaazy beautiful, inside and out ). dedicated champion, protector and partner in crime.”
In late 2022, she reportedly had a few dinners with musical tenor Alfie Boe, and they reportedly struck up a romance while together for last May’s Eurovision Song Contest, which Hannah hosted.
Romance Rumors: The star appears to remain single, but posted a gushing tribute to her good friend Nick Todisco in May, calling him “my beautiful (and I mean crrraaaazy beautiful, inside and out) devoted champion, protector and partner in crime ‘
But the relationship ended later in the summer.
Alfie, 50, was previously married to his ex-wife Sarah with whom he shares children Grace, 15, and Alfred, 11.
In August 2020, the couple split after 16 years of marriage and it was reported that Alfie was allegedly looking for women through celebrity dating app Raya.
The star told friends his marriage was over after months of difficulties during lockdown.