Hollyoaks star Nikki Sanderson has given an insight into how she came to be in a relationship with former Emmerdale actor Anthony Quinlan as they posed for a few holiday snaps during a romantic getaway. Nikki, who plays Maxine Minniver in the Channel 4 soap, took to social media to share some snaps from a trip to Italy.
The pair were attending a friend's wedding and Nikki couldn't help but share some gorgeous snap of herself with her man, who played Pete Baron in Emmerdale and Gilly Roach in Hollyoaks. The 38-year-old dazzled in a sparkling gold mini dress which she nipped it at the wast with a belt and wore with a pair of metallic gold heels.
Anthony, 37, cut a more relaxed figure as he opted for a grey shirt and beige chinos which he wore with a pair of loafers. "30/07/22 … a fabulous day celebrating my wonderful friends @joj2929 & @pure_preston incredible wedding," Nikki penned alongside the string of snaps which included the happy newlyweds.
"The church in Positano was simply stunning and the reception in Sorrento was a dream," she added: "Congratulations to two very special people in my life, thank you for letting us share your special day with you. Love you millions."
Nikki, who is also known for her role as Candice Stowe in Coronation Street, has since returned to the social media platform with a different image of her and Antony as they celebrated their one year anniversary. Nikki looked sensational in a white silk dress which she paired with a pair of black sandals.
She gazed up lovingly at her actor boyfriend before revealing more on the pair's first date. " I’m so glad I accepted your invitation to go and watch a s**t film…." Nikki said before adding: " Life with you is a dream. Antony was quick to comment with a string of hear emojis before adding: " p.s. u know I have the best taste in films!"
But the post did leave Nikki's followers with the same question. @cutlerdarrenthomas said: "Come on.....u cant leave us hanging like that.......what's the film please? And congrats on ur anniversary." @briangillgrass wrote: "What was the s**t film please tell. Congratulations guys."
And their relationship also came as a surprise to some soap fans. @vickyunz17 said: "How did I only just spot you two are together - gorgeous." @nmills76 commented: "Awww I didn’t realise! Super cute." @keleye76 wrote: "OMG, how did I not know you pair were together?! Happy Anniversary." @hannah30s penned: "Aw love you guys didn’t know you were together."
It was first reported earlier this year that Anthony and Nikki had struck up a relationship. But it wasn't until April that Anthony spoke about their relationship in April, sharing how happy he is and describing his partner as "special". He also admitted that he "always fancied" and shared how things started between the pair.
"I slid into the DMs and that was it. I was lucky enough to get a date and the rest is history," he told The Sun. "All I can say is I’m really, really happy and she’s a very special girl. She’s lovely. I’m happy that it is what it is and we haven’t got everyone prying." Nikki, meanwhile, hasn't said too much on their romance.
However, after enjoying a night out. she posted a picture of the pair smiling next to each other and wrote on Instagram: "The happiest of happy birthdays to the man who makes me smile the most. I hope your day is as amazing as you are."
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