Jason Donovan shares some insights into his new lifestyle and his expectations for grandfatherhood.
The 56-year-old Australian icon appeared on the set of Lorraine Kelly’s popular ITV morning show on Tuesday, where she talked about her starring role in Richard O’Brien’s iconic rock and roll musical The Rocky Horror Show as part of her upcoming world spoke Tour.
Lorraine highlighted the show’s emotional value to Jason, as it was during its run that he met his wife, Angela Malloch.
Jason revealed that Angela was working as a stage manager when they first met. Their initial friendship blossomed into a romance that remains strong to this day.
Lorraine opened the conversation with, “So the show really meant a lot to you because that’s where you met your wife.”
To which Jason replied: “Yeah that’s where I met my wife,” adding: “We’re still going strong so it’s another success story and he was stage manager in 1998 and you know the rest is history “
While Jason and Angela tend to keep their family life private, it is known that they have three children: Gemma (born 2000), Zac (born 2001) and Molly (born 2011).
Speaking to his family, Jason stated that although he is not yet a grandfather, it is an experience he is looking forward to.
“Three kids later. You know I don’t have any grandkids yet but maybe I don’t,” she explained before turning the question back to Lorraine and asking, “How old is your daughter?”
“30,” she revealed, and Jason continued, “My oldest is 24, so you never know, I mean anything can happen.”
“Yes, anything can happen,” Lorraine said aloud.
During another segment, Jason opened up about his recent lifestyle overhaul, revealing that he’s revamped his eating habits by eliminating processed foods from his diet.
The celebrity, who rose to fame with her role in the popular Australian soap Neighbours, shared: “I like to keep fit. I’ve recently changed my diet and don’t eat processed foods, cut out coffee I don’t and I drink a lot. More water.”
“But I’m in my mid-50s — I mean, how did that happen? When I think about it, it feels pretty crazy,” she added.
“Well we’re still here doing it,” he commented to Lauren. “Yes it is and we love it,” Lauren agreed.
Lorraine airs weekdays at 9am on ITV.