Millie Mackintosh has made her first public appearance with new boyfriend Matthew Tanner, marking another step in her life following the breakdown of her marriage to Hugo Taylor.
The former Made in Chelsea star and Tanner attended the opening of Boodles’ flagship store on Old Bond Street in central London on Thursday. The pair were seen browsing diamonds at the jewellery event, making their relationship public after recently being spotted together on a date.
Mackintosh, 37, and Tanner, 38, had already attracted attention after being photographed holding hands during a walk in Chelsea last Friday. Their latest outing suggests their relationship is becoming more public following the reality star’s separation earlier this year.
Mackintosh Stands Out at London Jewellery Event
Mackintosh opted for a multi-patterned slip dress by designer Hayley Menzies for the occasion, completing her outfit with black boots and jewellery from Boodles.
Tanner, meanwhile, wore a navy suit paired with a pink tie, giving the couple a coordinated appearance at the high-profile event.
Their appearance comes only days after photographs showed the pair looking affectionate during a walk in west London, where they were seen holding hands and sharing a kiss while waiting to cross the road.
New Romance Follows Divorce From Hugo Taylor
Mackintosh and Taylor, both known for their appearances on Made in Chelsea, ended their seven-year marriage earlier this year. The pair officially filed for divorce in February.
They share two daughters, Sienna, six, and Aurelia, four, who now divide their time between their parents’ separate homes.
While Mackintosh appears to be moving forward with her new relationship, Taylor attracted attention on Wednesday after sharing a reflective passage on Instagram.
Hugo Taylor Shares Tolkien Quote After Ex-Wife’s New Romance Emerges
Taylor posted the opening lines of a poem by J.R.R. Tolkien featured in The Fellowship of the Ring: “All that is gold does not glitter. Not all those who wander are lost.”
The passage continues with lines about strength enduring and deep roots remaining protected from frost. It reverses the familiar proverb that not everything that glitters is gold, a saying often used to caution against judging things by their appearance.
The timing of the post came shortly after reports emerged of Mackintosh’s new romance. However, Taylor did not publicly explain what prompted him to share the quotation, and there is no confirmation that it was directed at his former wife.
Who Is Millie Mackintosh’s New Boyfriend?
Tanner works as a Global Solutions Director and Programme Director at recruitment and consultancy firm Robert Walters, according to the information provided about his professional background.
He is also heavily involved in fitness. His social media presence includes workout photographs and images highlighting his physique, while his sporting interests have expanded since he stopped playing amateur rugby in 2025 following a knee injury.
Tanner has since turned his attention towards endurance events and ultra-marathons. His social media biography lists training ambitions that include the Barcelona Marathon in 2027, the London Backyard Ultra in 2027 and the Marathon des Sables Ultra in Morocco in 2028.
He studied at Cardiff Metropolitan University between 2008 and 2013, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences and Nutrition, according to his LinkedIn profile.
Dating App Could Have Played a Role in Their Meeting
Mackintosh and Tanner may have met through Raya, the celebrity-focused dating app, although their precise meeting circumstances have not been confirmed.
Tanner reportedly joined the platform over the summer. Mackintosh had previously indicated that she was not rushing into a new relationship but was open to dating again and enjoying the experience.
On her profile, she describes herself as a creator, entrepreneur and author. She also identifies emotional intelligence as an attractive quality in a potential partner and selected Lizzo’s About Damn Time as her profile track.
The details suggest Mackintosh was open to meeting someone new following her separation, although neither she nor Tanner has publicly confirmed how their relationship began.
Mackintosh and Taylor’s Relationship Began on Reality TV
Mackintosh and Taylor first met while appearing on Made in Chelsea in 2011. Their early relationship became one of the programme’s most memorable storylines after Mackintosh discovered that Taylor had cheated on her with her friend Rosie Fortescue.
In a widely remembered scene, Mackintosh confronted Taylor at a bar and threw a drink in his face. The pair separated after around six months of dating, and both eventually left the reality series.
Their relationship later resumed after several years apart. During that period, Mackintosh married rapper Professor Green, whose real name is Stephen Manderson.
That marriage ended in divorce, finalised in 2016. Mackintosh subsequently spoke about the difficulties of the relationship, describing it as toxic and reflecting on how both partners had been dealing with personal struggles.
Reconciliation Led to Marriage and Family Life
Mackintosh and Taylor rekindled their relationship in 2016 after their lengthy separation. They later married and welcomed their two daughters, building a family life together in west London.
The couple also renovated a home reportedly worth £5 million, creating what had appeared to be a long-term family base.
Their separation, reported in February, marked the end of a relationship that had experienced several twists before their eventual marriage.
New Chapter Begins After a Complicated Relationship History
Mackintosh’s appearance with Tanner signals a new chapter following the end of her marriage, while her history with Taylor remains closely associated with her years in reality television.
For now, the new couple have not publicly shared extensive details about their relationship. Their joint appearance at the Boodles event follows recent affectionate sightings in Chelsea, while Taylor’s Instagram quotation has prompted interest because of its timing.
With two children connecting Mackintosh and Taylor, their separation also involves an ongoing family arrangement as both establish separate lives.
