Christine McGuinness and Nicola Adams are reportedly growing close after both recently ending long-term relationships. They were seen together at the DIVA Awards 2026, igniting speculation about their connection.
McGuinness, who is 38, declared herself a ‘five-star lesbian’ during a podcast appearance, while Adams, at 43, split from her partner Ella Baig in March 2025 after seven years together. Both women are currently single parents — McGuinness has three children with her ex-husband Paddy McGuinness, and Adams shares a son with Baig.
Prior to this development, McGuinness was married to Paddy for 11 years before their separation in 2022. Their relationship had its share of public scrutiny, especially as they navigated co-parenting. Meanwhile, Adams has been an icon in Olympic boxing, breaking barriers for women in sports.
Key facts:
- Christine has three children: twins Leo and Penelope, aged 11, and Felicity, aged 8.
- Nicola shares one son, Taylor Nate, born via IVF in July 2022.
- Both women have expressed desires for future relationships — Christine mentioned wanting a ‘celebration of love’ in her life.
As their bond develops, reactions from friends hint at a shared understanding between the two. A close friend of Nicola remarked that they could make a good match given their similar experiences in single parenting and recent breakups. An attendee at the DIVA Awards noted that they seemed inseparable that night — an observation that adds weight to the burgeoning romance narrative.
However, representatives for Adams have chosen not to comment on the rumors at this time. This silence leaves room for speculation but also highlights the need for privacy as both navigate their new paths.