Even after 22 years of marriage, some connections refuse to fade — and Vernon Kay is proving just that. The Radio 2 DJ and former Strictly Come Dancing star was recently spotted wearing his wedding ring weeks after his amicable split from wife Tess Daly, showing fans there’s no bad blood between the exes.
Vernon, 52, and Tess, 57, shocked fans earlier this month with the announcement of their split via a joint Instagram post. The pair, married in 2003, share two daughters — Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 16 — and have always been admired for their grounded, friendly relationship.
Yet even after their separation, Vernon and Tess have been seen keeping things friendly. Last week, the former couple enjoyed drinks at Pub in the Park, taking selfies with fans and laughing together, offering a glimpse into the warmth that remains between them.
But it wasn’t just social outings where Vernon’s wedding ring caught attention. Earlier today, he was spotted at Wembley Stadium, cheering on Bolton Wanderers as they faced Stockport in the League One play-off final — and yes, the ring was still there, shining as he appeared on Sky Sports News before the match. The gesture did not go unnoticed by fans, many of whom praised the star for showing respect and care toward his former wife even in public settings.
Meanwhile, Tess herself seems to be embracing life after the split — still wearing her own wedding ring as she posed for Instagram snaps during a recent holiday. In a playful caption, she wrote: “The glam before the go,” tagging her hair and makeup artists, while fans admired the elegance and continuity she maintains in her style and persona. Vernon even liked several of her posts, quietly acknowledging their continued bond.
Their story began in 2001, when both were rising stars in the TV industry. The duo met at a BBC Christmas party while working for rival channels — and a year later, they married. Tess went on to cement her place in British television history as the host of Strictly Come Dancing, working alongside legends Bruce Forsyth and Claudia Winkleman for over two decades.
Now, even as they walk separate paths, Vernon and Tess appear to be navigating their new chapter with grace, proving that a split doesn’t have to mean animosity. The enduring friendship between them — underscored by wedding rings still on their fingers — is a rare glimpse of harmony in the world of celebrity breakups.
Fans continue to send support for the former couple, applauding their maturity and kindness, while keeping an eye on future public outings, which are bound to remain headline-worthy.
