Russell Crowe has sparked engagement rumours as his partner Britney Theriot stepped out wearing a huge diamond ring in Italy on Thursday.
The couple, who began dating in 2020, sent tongues wagging as Britney was seen for the first time wearing a dazzling diamond band on her ring finger as they arrived at the Ariston Theatre.
Russell has jetted into the country for the Sanremo Music Festival where he is due to perform on stage with his band Russell Crowe & The Gentlemen Barbers.
The actor, 59, appeared in high spirits as he smoked a cigarette with Britney, 31, before waving to fans.
But all eyes were on Britney’s hand and the jaw-dropping round diamond set on a yellow gold band.
Russell Crowe has sparked engagement rumours as his partner Britney Theriot stepped out wearing a huge diamond ring in Italy on Thursday
The couple, who began dating in 2020, sent tongues wagging as Britney was seen for the first time wearing a dazzling diamond band on her ring finger
All eyes were on Britney’s hand and the jaw-dropping round diamond
MailOnline has contacted Russell’s representative for comment.
The pair confirmed their long-rumoured romance with a kiss on the tennis court back in November 2020.
Russell and Britney are regularly seen jetting between Sydney and Coffs Harbour, where the actor is building a $400million film studio dubbed ‘Aussiewood’.
The Beautiful Mind star owns a 400-hectare farm in nearby Nana Glen, and divides his time between this rural estate and his home in Sydney.
He is believed to have first met Britney, a former actress who is the spitting image of Russell’s ex-wife Danielle Spencer, on the set of his 2013 film Broken City.
Russell shares Charles, 20, and Tennyson, 17, with ex-wife Danielle.
Danielle and Russell married in April 2003 at his farm in Nana Glen. They separated in 2012 and finalised their divorce six years later.
Despite their high-profile split, Danielle previously told Stellar magazine the couple are still friends and see one another as ‘family’.
‘We have a lot of respect for each other and I consider him to be a member of my family,’ she said.
The actor, 59, smoked a cigarette before heading into rehearsals
Russell has jetted into the country for the Sanremo Music Festival, where he is due to perform on stage with his band Russell Crowe & The Gentlemen Barbers
The actor, 59, appeared in high spirits as he waved to fans
Russell and Danielle Spencer married in April 2003 at his farm in Nana Glen. They separated in 2012 and finalised their divorce six years later (pictured in November)
‘The marriage ended, but that didn’t mean our friendship ended. We’ve had holidays together in the past and we can happily sit down and chat.’
The Oscar winner shot to fame playing Maximus in the 2000 epic Gladiator, directed by Ridley Scott.
He’s also known for other films like Ron Howard’s A Beautiful Mind (2001) and Man of Steel.
The Hollywood star previously revealed at the 57th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic last year, that he’s considering retirement, according to Variety.
Russell made note of growing old in the business and contemplated the next step in his career.
‘You are standing in front of the mirror, and go: ”Who the f**k is that?” he told journalists at the festival.
‘I am in that period now.’
The Gladiator star went on to weigh up his options, making note of 85-year-old director Ridley Scott continuing his work as he ages.
‘I will take Ridley Scott as my role model: he is still discovering new things in his work. Or I will just stop and you will never hear from me again,’ he continued.
‘I haven’t decided what it’s going to be. These are two very valid choices.’
Britney looked chic in a white wool jumper and black leggings
Russell had a smile on his face as he prepared for his performance at the Aritson Theatre during the Sanremo Festival
Britney was also pictured smoking on the balcony before heading into rehearsals to watch Russell perform
Russell cut a casual figure in a black padded gilet and Nike tracksuit trousers
The couple were accompanied by a set of burly security guards as they took a break
Russell has jetted into Italy to perform with his band
Britney enjoyed a drink as the pair soaked up the sunshine
The pair confirmed their long-rumoured romance with a kiss on the tennis court back in November 2020
He look in a good mood as he readied himself for his performance
