Kate Ritchie has officially found a new love after splitting from ex-boyfriend John Bell and enduring a stint in rehab for alcohol addiction.
The 44-year-old radio host was spotted packing on the PDA with a mystery new man on Wednesday as they went for a romantic stroll after grabbing some take-out coffee on Bronte Beach.
The pair flaunted their affection for one another as they walked hand in hand, shared kisses and snuggled up on the footpath.
Kate Ritchie, 44, was spotted packing on the PDA with a mysterious new boyfriend on a romantic stroll on Bronte Beach on Wednesday
At one point, Kate’s new boyfriend put a loving arm around her shoulder and planted a kiss on her forehead.
The former Home and Away star couldn’t hide her smile as she snuggled into her partner’s chest and gazed lovingly into his eyes.
The actress was dressed to impress for her romantic outing, wearing a black button-down shirt and matching shorts.
The pair flaunted their affection as they walked hand in hand, shared kisses and snuggled up on the footpath
The lovers were spotted sharing multiple hickeys while enjoying the midweek outing
At one point, the man put a loving arm around Kate’s shoulder and kissed her forehead
Kate stared lovingly at her new husband as they stomped onto the sidewalk
Dressed to impress for their romantic outing, the star wore a black button-down shirt and matching shorts
As for accessories, she wore a $1000 Golden Goose handbag, aviator sunglasses and a pair of Chanel sneakers.
Her blonde beau, meanwhile, wore a gray t-shirt, black pants and white Nike trainers.
He also wore sunglasses and a pair of trendy white crew socks.
She accessorised with a $100 Golden Goose handbag, stylish aviator sunglasses and Chanel sneakers
Her blonde beau, meanwhile, wore a gray t-shirt, black pants and white Nike trainers
The identity of Kate’s new suitor is currently unknown
The pair were spotted laughing and joking as they relaxed on the beach
Kate and her new mystery man were first spotted together almost two weeks ago at a picnic dinner on Coogee Beach with their daughter Mae.
In December, Chron Australia exclusively revealed that Kate had split from cybersecurity expert John Bell, 25, after a whirlwind romance of less than a year.
“Kate is single. Lockdown is to blame,” a source said.
“Kate and John have not seen each other since January, despite the opening of the borders with Victoria a few weeks ago. She never once mentioned that she wanted to visit him.”
Kate appeared flawless and wore her auburn locks down
In December, Chron Australia exclusively revealed that Kate had split from cybersecurity expert John Bell, 25, after a whirlwind romance of less than a year
“Kate is single. Lockdown is to blame,” a source said. “Kate and John have not seen each other since January, despite the opening of the borders with Victoria a few weeks ago. She hasn’t mentioned wanting to visit him one day.
The couple were last seen together in January during a PDA-filled holiday in Byron Bay
Kate and her new mystery man were first spotted together almost two weeks ago at a picnic dinner on Coogee Beach with their daughter Mae
The couple were last seen together in January during a PDA-filled holiday in Byron Bay.
They reportedly stayed in an Airbnb and spent most of their time relaxing by their private mineral salt pool and visiting the city’s best restaurants.
John founded the security solutions business VIREOSS in September 2019.
Kate was previously married to retired NRL player Stuart Webb, with whom she shares a daughter, Mae.
John Bell (pictured) launched the VIREOSS security solutions business in September 2019
Kate was previously married to retired NRL player Stuart Webb, with whom she shares a daughter, Mae. Together in the picture 2019
The star appears to be in a much better place than she was at the end of last year, when she was spending time in rehab to battle her alcohol addiction.
The media personality recently reassured listeners that she is “fine” and will be back on her drive show Nova FM in a few weeks.
“Hello everyone, I’ll be away for a few more weeks,” she wrote on Instagram, addressing her extended late-afternoon absence.
The star appears to be in a much better place than she was at the end of last year, when she was spending time in rehab to battle her alcohol addiction
“But in the meantime make sure you tune in to the guys who will be back live in the studio from 4pm on Monday! By the way, I’m fine and I’m looking forward to 2023.”
Kate announced in October that she was retiring from the Kate, Tim and Joel show.
It was later revealed she was seeking treatment for alcohol addiction after Chron Australia received photos of her outside a rehab facility.
Ricki-Lee Coulter has filled in during her absence.
The media personality recently reassured listeners that she is “fine” and will be back on her drive show Nova FM in a few weeks