Gareth Gates posted a sweet birthday tribute to his rarely-seen West End star girlfriend, Allana Taylor, on Tuesday.
The 40-year-old former Pop Idol winner shared a loved-up black and white snap with his partner and wrote: ‘Happy Birthday Baby,’ in the caption.
The couple were all smiles in the gorgeous photo, but it appears they’re spending Allana’s birthday apart as she responded in the comments: ‘Wish you were here,’ alongside a love heart emoji.
Allana is currently travelling around the country with the Hairspray UK tour, playing the role of Amber Von Tussle, which could be why the pair are not able to celebrate together.
The musical theatre performer and Gareth met when they appeared in a pantomime production of Jack And The Beanstalk in 2022, and they made their relationship official on Instagram in July 2023.
Gareth Gates posted a sweet birthday tribute to his rarely-seen West End star girlfriend, Allana Taylor, on Tuesday
The couple made their relationship official on Instagram in July 2023
Fans of the pair rushed to the comments to wish Allana a happy birthday and compliment the stunning couple:
‘Happy birthday @allanataylor_ hope your having a truly amazing day. This is a stunning pic of you and @gareth_gates.’
‘Happy Birthday, Allana! May all your dreams come true. You are such a lovely couple. I am so happy for you!’
‘Happy Birthday Allana. Hope you’re having a good day. Lovely photo of you both.’
‘Happy Birthday. Such a beautiful lady @gareth_gates you’re a very lucky man.’
In December 2023, Gareth took the step of introducing Allana to his daughter Missy, who is now 15 years old.
Singer Gareth enjoyed some quality time with his daughter at Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park, with Allana and Gareth’s sister and parents joining them on their outing.
The trio couldn’t wipe the smile off their faces as they went around the festive amusement park.
The couple were all smiles in the gorgeous photo, but it appears they’re spending Allana’s birthday apart
Fans of the pair rushed to the comments to wish Allana a happy birthday and compliment the stunning couple
Singer Gareth enjoyed some quality time with his daughter at Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park in December 2023, with Allana and Gareth’s sister and parents joining them on their outing
The musical theatre performer and Gareth met when they appeared in a pantomime production of Jack And The Beanstalk in 2022
It came after a source told the Sunday Mirror: ‘Things are getting really serious in their relationship – Gareth would never introduce Missy to anyone he was not serious about.
‘He’s told pals lately Allana is his rock. It was lovely to see them all getting on so well and having a great time.’
Gareth shares Missy with ex-wife Suzanne Mole, with the former couple being together for 10 years before their split in 2011.
Suzanne is an actress and dancer who has appeared in shows such as Emmerdale, Heartbeat, and The Royal.
Following their split, the Bradford-born star said in a statement: ‘Despite our efforts over the past three years to make our marriage work, sadly Suzanne and I have decided to separate.
‘Whilst we have grown apart, we love and cherish our wonderful daughter Missy and together we will prioritise her happy upbringing.’
Former pop star Gareth chooses to keep his daughter Missy largely out of the public eye. He only occasionally shared pictures of her on social media.
In 2019 he wrote online as he posted a rare photo: ‘I rarely share pictures of my daughter. I never like exposing too much of her, I think it should be her choice when she’s a little older.
Gareth shared an adorable post to celebrate Missy’s birthday back in April, posting a rare family picture of him with the stunning teen
‘BUT – I had to share this. I can’t believe how beautiful she is. I love you Missy moo. You’re my world. #nofilter #daddydaughter.’
Gareth shared an adorable post to celebrate Missy’s birthday back in April, posting a rare family picture of him with the stunning teen.
He penned in the caption: ‘Happy Birthday to my beautiful little lady @missygates_x. Daddy loves you more than the world!’
Flocking to the comments section his fans expressed their disbelief at Missy’s age as they said: ‘Wow she’s gorgeous and grown up so fast’,
‘Can’t quite believe how grown up you are now!’,
‘Wow! Never knew you had a kid that age.’
