Glamour model Lucy Pinder has officially confirmed her romance with Southampton manager Russell Martin. On Thursday evening, Lucy took to Instagram to share a heartfelt photo with Russell, who is 38.
The couple was dressed up for a special occasion—Russell received an honorary degree from the University of Brighton earlier this week.
Lucy supported him throughout the ceremony, which honored Russell’s contributions to improving the lives of young people in Brighton & Hove.
The Couple’s Stylish Outing
Lucy, who is a passionate Southampton FC supporter, looked elegant in a black bodycon dress, accessorized with sunglasses and a brown shoulder bag. Russell, meanwhile, sported a grey suit.
They shared a cozy moment by the beach, with Lucy adding a smiley face emoji to their photo.
Lucy also posted a touching picture of herself hugging her friend Claire West, who graduated alongside Russell, accompanied by a teary-eyed emoji.
Russell’s Proud Moment
In an interview with the BBC, Russell expressed his gratitude for receiving the degree.
“I’m incredibly grateful and it is a real honor. I still live in Brighton and my kids go to school here, so I’m delighted,” he said.
Reflecting on his journey, he mentioned his early days playing grassroots football in Sussex, calling it a full-circle moment. Russell also hinted at his excitement for the upcoming match at the Amex Stadium, even though he might face some jeers from the crowd.
A Blossoming Romance
Recent reports from The Sun suggest that Lucy and Russell have grown quite close over the past few months and are completely smitten with each other.
They were recently seen together at a Sky Sports event. A source commented, “They’re a match made in heaven—or at least in Southampton. They’re mad for each other.”
Russell’s Personal Life and New Beginnings
Russell has been navigating the end of his marriage to Jasmine, with whom he shares three children.
He had previously praised Jasmine, calling her a ‘supermum’ for managing so well with their three kids. According to insiders, there was no overlap between his past marriage and his new relationship with Lucy.
The source explained, “Russ’s marriage ended and he was quite down. It was all about focusing on the kids and making sure they were okay.” As he immersed himself in work, Russell developed a close bond with Lucy.
Background on Lucy and Russell
Lucy Pinder, who hails from Hampshire, started her career after being discovered by a freelance photographer on Bournemouth beach. She gained fame as a Page Three girl and appeared frequently in men’s magazines like Nuts and Loaded.
Lucy also made a notable appearance on Celebrity Big Brother in 2009, and had a small role in the American film *Sharknado 5: Global Swarming* in 2017.
Russell, who previously played for Norwich City and had stints with Rangers, Walsall, and Milton Keynes Dons, has shifted his focus to coaching and personal milestones.
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