DENISE Welch shares unseen pics of son Matty Healy’s wedding as she parties with Coronation Street star and Charli XCX
1975 singer Matty, 37, and musician Gabbriette Bechtel, 28, tied the knot at Castillo del Lago in Los Angeles on Saturday July 18 2026.
Denise Welch has shared unseen pics of her son Matty Healy’s wedding as she parties with Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor (pictured right)Credit: denise_welch/InstagramThe Loose Women favourite was also seen smiling next to Charlie XCXCredit: denise_welch/Instagram
The loved-up couple said ‘I do’ in front of a string of celebrity pals including Charli XCX, Nick Grimshaw and Matty’s The 1975 bandmates – as well as his iconic Loose Women panellist mother Denise.
Denise has since taken to Instagram to give fans a sneak peek of her son’s incredible day on Instagram – and the celebrations that took place looked out of this world.
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The soap star was all smiles as she smiled at poolside with Corrie star Sally Dynevor, 63, who she met while on set of the ITV soap in the 90s.
She also posed for a selfie with celebrity stylist Ryan Kay and radio presenter Nick, 41.
Matty and Gabbriette tied the knot on July 18 in a stunning ceremony in Los AngelesCredit: BackGridProud mum Denise posed for a picture with her son and daughter-in-lawCredit: denise_welch/InstagramDenise and husband Lincoln smiled alongside bride GabbrietteCredit: denise_welch/InstagramDenise wowed in a tight black dress as she smiled for a picture with MattyCredit: denise_welch/Instagram
Her husband Lincoln Townley, 53, who she married in 2013, looked dapper standing next to Denise, who was in a stunning black dress.
The proud mum had a huge smile on her face as she took a snap with her son Matty and her new daughter-in-law.
Denise captioned the post: “To see my eldest son marry the most beautiful, funny, crazy girl under the Hollywood sign was a night I’ll never forget.
“They are made for each other.
Denise and Lincoln posed for another picture with the happy coupleCredit: denise_welch/InstagramThe group got up to a lot of fun during their time in the USCredit: denise_welch/InstagramShe shared all their antics on her Instagram reelCredit: denise_welch/Instagram
“I kept looking around and couldn’t believe so many of our friends and family were all together in Los Angeles celebrating this most magical, beautiful few days watching the love between Matthew and@gabbriette.
“We love our daughter in law and our new family@chayobechtel@gary.bechteland@marsalsa_.
“I’ll need to do a million reels to capture the fun we all had.”
Many rushed to the comments section to share kind words of Matty and Gabbriette’s big day.
Ruth Langsford wrote: “Now that looked like a LOT of fun!! Your boy is MARRIED!!”
Andrea McClean added: “What wonderful photos Denz, what a time! What memories!”
JUST two weeks ago, Tina O’Brien was waxing lyrical about going on her first solo holiday as she embraced single life for the first time in years.
It turned out to be rather short-lived, though, as yesterday the Corrie star was spotted kissing a hunky new man in the street. Now, insiders tell us why her latest fling – with Irish TikToker Rory Martin – has sparked concern amongst her inner circle, who fear her new beau might have an ulterior motive.
Pals are concerned about the intentions of Tina O’Brien’s new manCredit: Eamonn & James ClarkeRory Martin is thought to have dated Una Healey last yearCredit: Instagram
Our insider said: “Tina was genuinely trying to enjoy some time on her own after her recent split, but she has really fallen for Rory’s Irish charm.
“Rory is no stranger to hanging out with famous women – he was linked to Una Healey last year and has gained a bit of a reputation for being a ladies’ man.
“He loves TikTok fame and will really be enjoying the attention he’ll be getting off the back of dating Tina.
“It’s worrying for her friends, because they don’t want to feel like she is being used.
“Tina is someone who loves love and enjoys being caught up in the whirlwind of it all, and they just don’t want her to rush into anything.”
While her last ex, Adam Fadle, disliked the limelight, Rory, in contrast, is said to be very taken with her high profile.
We’re told Tina now lives in a very well-known area where paps often frequent, so it’s unlikely to have come as a surprise to her that they were photographed.
It’s thought Tina, 42, actually met Rory, 30, through her daughter, 17-year-old Scarlett, who she shares with ex Ryan Thomas.
They are said to have connected through the music world. Rory also dabbles in singing and guitar playing, as well as doing social media.
He also works for the ambulance service – but is believed to be in the call centre rather than working as a paramedic, as his social media would suggest.
Our source continued: “People think Rory is some kind of sexy paramedic, but the reality is much less glamorous.
“He really plays up to it in his social media because he knows his thirst traps in his uniform attract both women and men to him.”
Last June, Rory surprised fans by posting a video of him singing with Saturday’s star Una in a kitchen.
We’re told the pair were casually dating for some time and really enjoyed making music together.
Tina’s new romance comes seven months on from her splitting from her millionaire boyfriend Adam Fadle, whom she met in Cheshire following her move there.
Rory is a rising star and is said to enjoy the limelightCredit: InstagramIt’s thought Tina met Rory through her daughter ScarlettCredit: Getty
The actress, who is known for playing Sarah Platt on the Cobbles, is thought to have been single since her split from millionaire businessman Adam.
At the time, we revealed that it was interior designer Adam who ended things with the star. Rather than being taken with her glam life in the public eye, we’re told it ended up being a huge turn-off for him.
Our insider said: “He was the one who wanted out and ended it. In a brutal swipe, he said it ended up being like something out of a Coronation Street storyline.”
That relationship was hot on the heels of the end of her marriage to personal trainer Adam Crofts. They got together just four months after it ended.
Tina and Adam Crofts were married for six years and share a son, Beau, together.
Tina also, of course, has her daughter from her relationship with her former Corrie co-star Ryan Thomas.
Her romance with Ryan lasted from 2003 to 2009, with the pair’s very public split fraught and involving a number of public spats.
Tina’s marriage to Adam Crofts came to an end in March 2025Credit: SplashShe started dating Adam Fadle just months after splitting from Adam CCredit: Instagram
Most recently, the pair have been navigating their daughter’s burgeoning singing and social media career together.
While Ryan has fully embraced that world, Tina’s had a love-hate relationship with social media over the years, vowing to take a break from Instagram in 2020 after calling the site “toxic” and admitting she felt like a “fraud” trying to present a “filtered version” of her life to gain validation.
But six years on, things are completely different, and she has big plans for the future after signing up to an agency – Alpha Talent Group – which will be helping her land a series of brand partnerships.
While Tina is set to branch out on socials, fans shouldn’t expect to see her all over TikTok, like Scarlett and her dad Ryan and his brothers Adam and Scott Thomas are.
Our source previously explained: “She won’t be doing cringe TikTok trends, but there are some exciting brand deals on the horizon.
“And don’t be surprised if she steps out of her comfort zone and does some reality TV – she did Strictly over a decade ago and feels like she wants the public to see her personality.”
And dating another social media star, who has half a million followers on TikTok, is probably not a bad place to start.
CALL Her Daddy host Alex Cooper is pregnant and expecting her first child.
The podcast host revealed that she and husband Matt Kaplan were about to become parents in a new social media upload.
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Call Her Daddy star Alex is pregnant and expecting her first babyCredit: instagram/alexandracooperIt will be the first child for the pairCredit: Getty
Alex flashed her bare baby bump as she sweetly looked into Matt’s eyes in the new snaps.
She could also be seen laughing as she gently placed a hand underneath her bump.
Alex added the caption: “Our family.”
She then took to her stories to re-post the announcement along with the additional caption: “Daddy Gang, there is something I’ve been waiting to share with you…”
Alex has become famous thanks to her runaway podcastCredit: Call Her Daddy on SpotifyThe star was met with plenty of congratulations following the newsCredit: Instagram/callherdaddy
In another snap, Alex could be seen sat on Matt’s lap as she showed off her baby bump once more.
Her fans and celebrity pals were quick to react with congratulations over the baby announcement.
One person said: “I’m screaming!!!!!! I’m so happy for you guys!!!!!!!!”
Love IslandUSA star Huda Mustafa added: “IM GONNA CRY OMGGGG IM SO HAPPY FOR UUUUU!!!!!”
Another penned: “Call her MOMMY!”
With a fourth then stating: “Missed opportunity for the caption to be call him daddy.”
Alex has become the leading female talent in the podcast space thanks to her successful show.