Lucy Beaumont’s New Chapter: Guarded Love After Public Divorce
Comedian and television personality Lucy Beaumont, known for her candid humour and appearances on shows like The Celebrity Traitors, is navigating a new phase in her personal life, choosing to keep her current relationship more private following her high-profile divorce. The 42-year-old star announced her separation from fellow comedian Jon Richardson in April 2024, after nine years of marriage. The couple had presented a united front, stating their decision to divorce was made “jointly and amicably.”
Since then, Beaumont has embarked on a new romance with sound engineer Martin Wallace. Intriguingly, Wallace is reported to be a friend of her ex-husband, having previously worked as a sound engineer on Jon Richardson’s stand-up special, Jon Richardson Live: Nidiot. This connection adds another layer to the evolving personal dynamics.
Speculation about Beaumont and Wallace’s relationship intensified late last year, with reports suggesting they had moved in together. Recent interviews have shed light on Beaumont’s approach to this new chapter. She has openly discussed the necessity of adjusting her stand-up material after her split from Richardson, as her previous jokes inadvertently painted a picture of a still-married couple.
“I had jokes that I kept because they were still funny,” Beaumont shared in a recent interview. “There wasn’t loads about the marriage. Now I’m even more guarded about my personal life.” This shift towards greater privacy comes after sources confirmed that Beaumont and Wallace are now living together, a development that followed months of engagement rumours.
Insiders have described the couple as “happily living together,” painting a picture of a contented, low-key existence when Beaumont isn’t in the public eye. “Lucy is really happy with Martin,” a source told The Sun. “They live a quiet life together when she’s not on TV. They are often spotted grabbing coffee in their local area or going for romantic walks.” This sentiment is echoed by the observation that their current dynamic is “very different” from her previous relationship, particularly as Wallace is not a public figure. Beaumont reportedly feels she has “learnt a lesson from sharing so much of her past relationship.”
The impact of having a marriage play out on screen, even in a comedic context, has not been lost on Beaumont. “There is no denying that having your marriage play out on screen did take its toll and even the jokes highlighted the differences between them,” a source commented.
Martin Wallace himself is a seasoned professional in the audio engineering field. He has a wealth of experience working with a diverse range of prominent figures in the comedy circuit, including Rob Beckett and Dara Ó Briain. His career has seen him serve as a tour manager and technical director for numerous comedians, as well as for various rock bands. Wallace also runs a recording studio located in a historic mill in Stockport. He grew up in Didsbury, a suburb of south Manchester, and his school days included attending classes with current Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy.
The initial announcement of Beaumont and Richardson’s separation in April 2024 surprised many fans. The couple, who share an eight-year-old daughter, emphasised the amicable nature of their split. Their joint statement read: “After nine years of marriage, we would like to announce that we have separated. We have jointly and amicably made the difficult decision to divorce and go our separate ways. As our only priority is managing this difficult transition for our daughter, we would ask that our privacy is respected at this sensitive time to protect her well-being. We will be making no further comment.”
Following the announcement of her divorce, Beaumont was publicly seen with Wallace in October of last year. Their initial public appearances included being photographed at The Lowry Theatre in Manchester and later leaving the Royal Hall in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. During these outings, Wallace was observed assisting Beaumont, carrying her bags and a suitcase.
The engagement rumours gained momentum in August, when Beaumont was reportedly spotted wearing a new engagement ring. Shortly after these reports, The Sun published details about the couple establishing a home together.
Beaumont, who grew up in Hull and previously worked as a cleaner and teaching assistant before her career in entertainment, has historically been open about her life through her observational comedy, once describing herself as “an oversharer.” However, she has indicated a deliberate shift away from discussing her past marriage in public forums. When asked about the split last September, she stated: “People might think I should talk about it because we were so public and everyone knew us as a couple, but I won’t, and not because there’s any animosity. We both agreed that while it might be weird for other people not hearing anything about it, we wouldn’t talk about anything to do with the marriage or each other.”
The couple’s popular TV comedy series, Meet the Richardsons, which has run for five seasons and is co-written by Beaumont, features them as “exaggerated versions of themselves” in a mockumentary style. The show often includes celebrity guests and Beaumont’s mother, playwright Gill Adams. The timing of their split coincided with the airing of the fifth season, with Beaumont hinting in the final episode that it might be the show’s last. This blend of personal life and professional output has undoubtedly contributed to the public’s interest in her relationships. Beaumont’s current approach suggests a desire to protect her new relationship and personal space, a stark contrast to the public nature of her previous marriage.
