Vernon Kay has reportedly bought a new property just 15 minutes from his family home as he and Tess Daly continue adjusting to life following their separation after more than two decades of marriage.
The BBC Radio 2 presenter, 52, is said to be preparing to leave the Buckinghamshire home he still shares with Tess, 57, once work on his new property has been completed.
According to reports, the new house is worth around £3 million and boasts a swimming pool and extensive grounds.
Renovations are currently under way, with Vernon expected to move in once the work is finished.
A Deliberate Decision to Remain Close to His Family
The reported purchase appears to reflect Vernon’s desire to remain closely involved in family life despite the end of his marriage.
A source claimed that the property is deliberately located close to the former family home so Vernon can remain near Tess and their two daughters, Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 17.
The source said Vernon wants to stay close to the girls, describing that as something important to both him and Tess.
Tess is reportedly supporting Vernon through the move, with the former couple said to be approaching the change carefully after spending more than 20 years living together.
The Former Couple Are Still Sharing Their Family Home
Although Tess and Vernon announced their separation in May, they have reportedly continued living under the same roof in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire.
The transition to separate homes is therefore expected to mark a significant change for the family.
The source said the situation will be strange for both presenters after such a long period together, but claimed they are handling it with care and respect.
Representatives for Vernon have been approached for comment.
Tess and Vernon Announced an Amicable Separation
The couple stunned fans when they announced in May that they had decided to end their 23-year marriage.
In a joint statement, they said the decision had been made after considerable thought and stressed that they remained friends and were committed to co-parenting their children.
They also made clear that there were no other parties involved in the decision and asked for privacy while they adjusted to their new circumstances.
Despite their separation, the pair have continued to present a united front when it comes to their family.
Their Last Public Appearance Came Earlier This Year
Tess and Vernon were last seen together publicly in February, when they appeared as presenters on BBC’s The One Show.
The couple, who are believed to have a combined fortune of around £10 million, had spent much of their relationship in the public eye while generally keeping their family life relatively private.
Their daughters have now reached very different stages of their lives, with Phoebe establishing herself independently while Amber approaches adulthood.
Tess and Phoebe Recently Teased a New Project
The family’s professional lives have also continued to overlap.
Earlier this month, Tess appeared alongside Phoebe in a social media photograph and hinted that the pair were working together on an undisclosed project.
Tess shared a glamorous image from what appeared to be a dressing room and joked that it was no longer simply a case of bringing her daughter to work, but of actually working alongside her.
The appearance highlighted the increasingly close professional relationship between mother and daughter.
Vernon Has Emphasised the Importance of Hard Work
Vernon’s approach to parenting has previously centred on encouraging his daughters to become independent rather than relying on their parents’ fame.
In an interview earlier this year, he discussed how his relationship with Phoebe and Amber was changing as they grew older.
He said he and Tess had encouraged their daughters to work hard and develop their own careers rather than expecting their parents to provide everything for them.
Vernon has also spoken candidly about the challenges of watching his children become more independent, particularly as they encounter experiences and risks that were less familiar to their parents’ generation.
Phoebe Has Already Begun Building Her Own Career
Phoebe has been carving out her own path away from the family home.
She moved to New York last year to study acting and film production while also pursuing modelling opportunities.
Although she is the daughter of two highly recognisable television personalities, Phoebe waited until 2023 to make her red-carpet debut, appearing at the London premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4.
Her parents have previously indicated that they want both daughters to develop their own sense of independence and work ethic.
What Happens Next for Vernon and Tess?
Vernon’s reported move could provide the former couple with a practical way of creating separate lives while maintaining a strong family connection.
With his new home only a short drive away, he would remain close enough to see his daughters regularly while giving both himself and Tess greater personal space.
For a couple who spent 23 years married and are still living together during the transition, the move represents another significant stage in their separation.
Summary
Vernon Kay has reportedly purchased a £3 million property around 15 minutes from his former family home in Buckinghamshire.
The renovated house is said to include a swimming pool and large grounds, with Vernon expected to move in once the work is complete.
The reported decision to remain nearby reflects the former couple’s continued commitment to their daughters, Phoebe and Amber.
Although Tess Daly and Vernon have ended their marriage, they have stressed that they remain friends and intend to support their children together as they begin separate chapters of their lives.
