Who is Liam Gallagher’s ex-wife Patsy Kensit? Find out more about the actress
LIAM Gallagher is back in the headlines after Oasis announced a reunion following 15 years apart.
The feisty Mancunian was briefly married during his time in the band. Here’s what we know about his first wife, Patsy Kensit.
Who is Patsy Kensit?
Patsy Kensit is an English actress and singer, best known as the frontwoman of the 1980s pop group Eighth Wonder.
Born March 4 1968, the London-born child star acted in a number of films in the 70s, but she gained attention in a string of commercials for Birds Eye frozen peas.
In 1983, the blonde bombshell formed and became the lead singer of Eighth Wonder.
They released several successful singles including I’m Not Scared and Cross My Heart before disbanding in 1989.
Patsy’s father, James Kensit, was a close associate of both the Kray Twins and the Richardson Gang, earning himself the nickname Jimmy the Dip.
He was also said to be involved in the Great Train Robbery.
He served time in prison before Kensit was born and died in 1987.
Patsy’s godfather was none other than Reggie Kray.
How long were Patsy Kensit and Liam Gallagher married for?
Patsy has been married and divorced four times.
In April 1997, she married her third husband, Liam Gallagher, but they divorced three years later in 2000.
The couple had two children during their marriage.
The Emmerdale actress first wed Dan Donovan of the band Big Audio Dynamite in 1988.
By 1992, they had already split, and she had tied the knot with Jim Kerr, the lead singer of Simple Minds.
Patsy gave birth to her first child with Kerr in 1993.
Her fourth husband was DJ Jeremy Healy and the pair got hitched in April 2009.
However, it was reported in February 2010 that the couple had separated with their divorce confirmed later in the year.
In 2024, she ended things with her property tycoon fiancé Patric Cassidy, 57, after a string of angry bust-ups.
A source said: “It’s been a tumultuous relationship between Patsy and Patric.
“While there was a lot of passion in their whirlwind romance, and they had a lot in common, ultimately it became too much hard work.
“They enjoyed extravagant dinners and holidays, but Patsy also likes to chill out, stay at home and get her beauty sleep.
“Patsy has decided to cut ties completely and move on with her life.
“She is putting her best foot forward and concentrating on work and her family.”
Who is Patsy Kensit’s son Lennon Gallagher?
Lennon Francis Gallagher was born September 13, 1999.
The London-based model was named after John Lennon.
Lennon’s godmother is actress Elizabeth Hurley, Kensit’s co-star in the film Kill Cruise.
And for any a***holes who think my son hasn’t grafted for nearly 15 years. No help from his dad or me can do one.
Patsy Kensit
The 24-year-old made his fashion debut in 2016, when LOVE’s Katie Grand profiled him in an editorial titled Bright Young Goths.
This sparked interest from others in the industry, quickly amounting to his runway debut for Topman.
Saint Laurent’s Anthony Vaccarello sought out the rising star, claiming him to be a muse of the house.
The actress shares her son James Kerr with Jim Kerr, the lead singer of Simple Minds.
The 30-year-old has been working behind the scenes in the music industry as a director of live footage.
In 2023, Patsy defended her son from criticism after he was accused of being a nepo baby.
He had been living his dream at his place of work after enjoying a night out watching the Arctic Monkeys perform at the Emirates Stadium in London.
The former Holby City actress shared a snap of her and James looking at one another alongside the caption: “So proud of you Son. What an amazing show.
“And for any a***holes who think my son hasn’t grafted for nearly 15 years. No help from his dad or me can do one.
“He’s worked his a**e off and he has the respect and love from so many people he works for and with.
“You are the love of my life darling. So so proud.”
What shows has Patsy Kensit appeared in?
The mother-of-two has been in a number of major Hollywood movies including Lethal Weapon 2, The Great Gatsby, The Blue Bird, and Hanover Street.
She starred alongside the likes of Elizabeth Taylor, Christopher Plummer, and Harrison Ford, earning her a Young Artists Award.
Outside of the silver screen, she’s been in Emmerdale, Holby City, and she is currently playing the character of Emma Harding in EastEnders.
Patsy has also taken part in several reality TV shows including the eighth series of Strictly Come Dancing, Celebrity Big Brother, and Who Do You Think You Are?