David Walliams has confessed to having feelings for former Neighbours star Natalie Imbruglia, revealing that he fell for the singer “like a ton of bricks” while she saw him as a “gay best friend.” The revelation sheds light on their long-rumoured romance, as the pair, who have been friends for years, were spotted together in London in 2015, sparking speculation. This was around the time when David had recently split from his wife, Lara Stone.
The 53-year-old comedian expressed his deep affection for the 49-year-old Natalie, acknowledging that she never reciprocated his feelings. Despite their close friendship, David admitted to daydreaming about a future with her, only to realise he was firmly placed in the friend zone. Natalie, known for her role as Beth Brennan on Neighbours, saw David more as a companion due to his flamboyant personality and humour.
Reflecting on their relationship, David shared, “We didn’t go on any dates. We just became very good friends and we hung out together. But you know, it’s hard not to kind of fall for her like a ton of bricks because she is amazing.” He also acknowledged that many people view him as a “gay best friend.” The comedian humorously remarked when asked about being friend-zoned, saying, “Well, look at me. Let’s be honest, you can do a lot better.”
Throughout the years, David has been linked romantically with various women, including Geri Halliwell, Abi Titmuss, Ashley James, and Sylvia Flote. He previously referred to a mystery woman known as Miss X, who turned out to be TV star Lisa Snowdon. In his personal life, David married Dutch model Lara in 2010, but their marriage ended after five years, and they share a son, Alfred.
Professionally, David is reuniting with his ‘Little Britain’ co-star Matt Lucas for new TV projects. His tenure as a judge on Britain’s Got Talent concluded in 2022 following an apology for remarks deemed disrespectful towards contestants during filming breaks. Stay updated with the latest news from Scotland and beyond by signing up for our daily newsletter here.