Richard Keys says ‘love-rat’ reputation is ‘nonsense’ after leaving wife for daughter’s friend

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30 Mar 2026 • 3:46 PM MYT
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  • Broadcaster Richard Keys, 68, has addressed his marriage to Lucie Rose, 37, dismissing his "love rat" reputation as "nonsense".
  • Keys clarified that his first wife, Julia, was not "dying of cancer" when they divorced in 2016, having recovered from the illness years prior.
  • He refuted claims that Lucie was his daughter Jemma's best friend, stating they had previously socialised in Doha.
  • The former Sky Sports host discussed their 31-year age gap, admitting it "baffles people" but doesn't affect him.
  • Keys also expressed a desire to have more children, believing he would be a "very, very happy man" and a more relaxed father at his current age.

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