This Morning host Dermot O’Leary was beaming with pride this week as he shared a snap of his wife, Dee Koppang O’Leary, on social media.
Dermot O’Leary, a familiar face on British television since his early days presenting T4 in the 2000s, has been a fixture on screens with gigs like The X Factor and stepping into Eamonn Holmes’ shoes for This Morning’s Friday slot in 2021.
But it’s not just Dermot making waves in the entertainment world; his wife Dee Koppang O’Leary is a celebrated TV and film director.
This week, Dermot took to Instagram to express his pride in Dee’s latest achievements, posting a photo of her online.
He wrote: “Proud as punch. 2 Broadcast awards! Congrats @deekoppangoleary @happyprincetv and #teamrivals.”
The post quickly garnered attention, with fans and celebrities alike chiming in with their congratulations. DJ Lauren Laverne exclaimed: “AMAAAAZIIINNNGGGG [sic]” while comedian Joel Dommett cheered: “Yessssss [sic]”.
Followers joined in the praise, with comments like “Amazing Congratulations.” and “Brilliant .Well done Dee.”
Dee’s recent project, an adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s novel Rivals for Disney+, has received particular acclaim, reports Wales Online.
The series, set in the competitive world of 1980s television, showcases Dee’s talent behind the camera, adding to her impressive portfolio that includes hits like The Crown and Bridgerton.
A synopsis for the series reads: “It is 1986 and Britain is booming. ‘Rivals’ dives headfirst into the cutthroat world of TV, where hair-dos are big and ambitions are even bigger. Deals are brokered in boardrooms, as well as bedrooms.
“Nobody can be sure who will come out on top. With every man and woman out only for themselves, can true love really blossom in this highly anticipated adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s bestselling Rutshire Chronicles novel?”
Starring the likes of David Tennant, Danny Dyer and Emily Atack, the eight-part series was highly praised by viewers, who enjoyed watching the drama and scandals unfold.
Now, the show is well into filming season two as Rivals creator and executive producer Dame Jilly Cooper shared her enthusiasm.
She commented: “I’m utterly sex-static filming for the second season is upon us.
“It was magical working with Happy Prince and Disney+ on the first season and seeing everyone fall head over heels for my beloved characters.
“I’m delighted to be able to work with them again and for everyone to see what further mischief they all get up to!”
Rivals is available to watch on Disney +
