Cheeky! John Torode can't resist grabbing girlfriend Lisa Faulkner's shapely bottom at the NTAs as they make their red carpet debut as a couple
John Torode and actress Lisa Faulkner made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at tonight's National Television Awards in London.
The 49-year-old Australian celebrity chef could not keep his hands off his partner, grabbing a handful of her bottom as they walked up to the O2 Arena ahead of the ceremony.
Their first official appearance together comes one year after the MasterChef was granted a quickie divorce from his former wife Jessica, the mother of two of his four children.
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All loved up: John Torode and Lisa Faulkner, who started dating in 2012, made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at the National Television Awards
Hands off John! Torode shows his appreciation for his partner's shapely behind on the red carpet
Walking up the red carpet, the 42-year-old actress dazzled in a knee-length golden dress, wearing her blonde hair in loose waves.
Faulkner teamed the dress with a black clutch and black pumps, while Torode looked dapper in a navy blazer and a black tie.
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Torode and Spooks star Faulkner met while she was cooking her way to victory in 2010's Celebrity Masterchef, but the relationship did not start to blossom after the pair had split with their respective partners in 2012.
'John and I were friends,' the 42-year-old actress and celebrity chef said in an interview with the Mail in 2013.
PDA: The couple met on Celebrity MasterChef in 2010, but did not embark on a relationship until 2012, when they both had split from their respective spouses
Glam: Faulkner dazzled in a knee-length golden dress while Torode looked dapper in a navy blazer
'Neither of us thought of it as anything else until... I don't know how things change, but something does. He asked me on a date. We went out for dinner. Then it was slightly different.
'I'm really, really happy. John and I are having such a nice time but we're taking things slowly. There are lots of other people to consider.
Faulkner's ex-husband Chris Hoghill, who played Tony King in EastEnders, moved out of their marital home in early 2012. The pair share custody of an adopted daughter, Billie.
Torode has four children, two with his ex-wife Jessica and another two from a previous relationship.
Britain's biggest television stars turned out in force for the 2015 National Television Awards, including some from overseas.
Alongside home-grown talents such as Rochelle Humes and the stars of TOWIE, momager Kris Jenner ensured she stole the show.
Keeping up with Kris: The nation’s biggest television stars turned out in force for the 2015 National Television Awards and but it was Kris Jenner who stole the show on the night
Star power: Kris looked every inch the American superstar she is known to be as she arrived on the red carpet at London’s 02 arena on Wednesday evening in eye-catching fur coat
Happy to be here: She accesorised with a small silver clutch and styled her short black locks into a quiffed style while she kept her make-up simple with smokey eyes and dark mauve lip
The death of soap star Anne Kirkbride on Monday also loomed large at the event as stars shared their memories, with Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood saying she was his childhood crush when he grew up.
The X Factor stars Simon Cowell and Cheryl Fernandez-Versini are set to go head-to-head for a top prize at the award show.
The pair will battle it out for the TV Judge honour alongside Simon's fellow Britain's Got Talent panellist David Walliams and Great British Bake Off legend Mary Berry.
The nod for Cheryl comes after she returned to the ITV talent after four years.
In the Drama category, Downton Abbey will fight it out alongside Sherlock, Doctor Who and Cilla.
Sherlock's Benedict Cumberbatch is up for Drama Performance, as is Downton's Dame Maggie Smith, Sheridan Smith for her portrayal of Cilla Black in the mini-series and Sarah Lancashire for acclaimed show Happy Valley.
Sizzling: Rochelle Humes lead the glamour for the British stars as she channelled Hollywood siren style in a plunging strapless red gown
Stylish pair: Her husband, Marvin Humes, looked dapper in a black suit teamed with a crisp white shirt as the pair posed together ahead of the proceedings
Simply chic: The X Factor judge Mel B was one of the many stars who opted for a classic black dress on the night teamed with stylish metallic peep toe heels
The 32-year-old protected her modesty with nipple covers as she added height to the look with black stiletto heels.
Slinky: Another The Only Way Is Essex star who chose to don a sexy black dress was Chloe Sims
Tight squeeze: The 32-year-old proved she doesn’t have an inch to pinch in a skin tight PVC dress
Va-va-voom: Former Celebrity Big Brother star Casey Batchelor also opted to show off her recently reduced cleavage in a sexy sheer gown
From all angles: Her dark locks were styled into glamorous over the shoulder curls while her make-up was flawlessly applied with a dark berry lip and smokey eyes
Reality hit Geordie Shore has picked up its first nomination at the NTAs. It will compete in the Multichannel category against Celebrity Juice, Game Of Thrones and The Walking Dead.
A brand new award sees some of the nation’s favourite shows come head to head: The Great British Bake Off, The Apprentice, Masterchef and Come Dine With Me all up for the Skills Challenge award.
In the Factual category, Gogglebox, Long Lost Family, Top Gear, and Paul O’Grady: For The Love of Dogs will duke it out.
Ant and Dec are in with a chance to walk away with their 14th Entertainment Presenter prize at the ceremony, although they face stiff competition from Keith Lemon, Bradley Walsh and Dermot O'Leary, who is presenting the NTAs this year.
As for Serial Drama Performance, EastEnders couple Kellie Bright and Danny Dyer are both nominated, as are Emmerdale's Verity Rushworth and Hollyoaks star Nikki Sanderson.
Standout style: Former TOWIE star Sam Faiers certainly drew attention in an ill-fitting peach dress
Peek-a-boo: The 24-year-old dared to bare in the slinky gown with featured a large keyhole cut in the chest area
Interesting: TOWIE's Ferne McCann sported an unusual dress and extremely volumised hair
Best friends: Close pals Bobby Norris and Gemma Collins arrived shortly after one another
Cute couple: Dan Osborne arrived at the NTAs with his pregnant girlfriend Jacqueline Jossa
So in love: Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne silenced the critics with an affectionate display at the National Television Awards on Tuesday night
Kris Jenner wraps up in glamorous fur coat as British stars including Mel B and Rochelle Humes brave the chill in form-fitting dresses at the National Television Awards
The nation’s biggest television stars turned out in force for the 2015 National Television Awards and but it was Kris Jenner who stole the show on the night.
Kris looked every inch the American superstar she is known to be as she arrived on the red carpet at London’s 02 arena on Wednesday evening in eye-catching fur coat.
The Kardashian matriarch oozed glamour as she donned the large fur coat over her figure-hugging white dress as she made her first ever appearance at the British awards ceremony.
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Keeping up with Kris: The nation’s biggest television stars turned out in force for the 2015 National Television Awards and but it was Kris Jenner who stole the show on the night
The 59-year-old was the belle of the ball as she turned up in style to present one of the key awards on the night - as well as filming some scenes for her family's popular American TV series, Keeping Up With The Kardashians.
Kris gave a peek at her cleavage in the white dress which featured circle cut outs and a side split, while she added height to her look with diamonte caged heels.
She accesorised with a small silver clutch and styled her short black locks into a quiffed style while she kept her make-up simple with smokey eyes and dark mauve lip.
Star power: Kris looked every inch the American superstar she is known to be as she arrived on the red carpet at London’s 02 arena on Wednesday evening in eye-catching fur coat
Happy to be here: She accesorised with a small silver clutch and styled her short black locks into a quiffed style while she kept her make-up simple with smokey eyes and dark mauve lip
Making her way: The 59-year-old was the belle of the ball as she turned up in style to present one of the key awards on the night - as well as filming some scenes for her family's popular American TV series, Keeping Up With The Kardashians
Rochelle Humes lead the glamour for the British stars on the night as she channelled Hollywood siren style in a plunging strapless red gown which featured a fishtail train.
The mother-of-one looked sensational in the form-fitting dress which showcased her pert cleavage and she accessorised with a chunky gold chain necklace.
She styled her brunette locks in to a chic updo while she drew attention to her smile with dark red lipstick.
Sizzling: Rochelle Humes lead the glamour for the British stars as she channelled Hollywood siren style in a plunging strapless red gown
Red alert: The mother-of-one looked sensational in the form-fitting dress which showcased her pert cleavage and she accessorised with a chunky gold chain necklace
Picture perfect: She styled her brunette locks in to a chic updo while she drew attention to her smile with dark red lipstick
The 25-year-old kept her look simple with a small shimmery gold clutch and her wedding and engagement rings completing her ensemble.
Her husband, Marvin Humes, looked dapper in a black suit teamed with a crisp white shirt as the pair posed together ahead of the proceedings.
The X Factor judge Mel B was one of the many stars who opted for a classic black dress on the night teamed with stylish metallic peep toe heels.
Stylish pair: Her husband, Marvin Humes, looked dapper in a black suit teamed with a crisp white shirt as the pair posed together ahead of the proceedings
Details: The duo - who occasional present This Morning on ITV - were seen working the red carpet as they stopped for various interviews
Big smiles: Rochelle was happy to stop and pose with fans who had braved the cold to see the stars arrive
Simply chic: The X Factor judge Mel B was one of the many stars who opted for a classic black dress on the night teamed with stylish metallic peep toe heels
The Only Way Is Essex star Lauren Pope chose to use the event as a chance to put on a racy display as she arrived in a long-sleeved semi-sheer gown.
The 32-year-old protected her modesty with nipple covers as she added height to the look with black stiletto heels.
Her blonde mane was styled into beachy waves and her make-up palette was soft and smokey as she opted for a simple nude lip.
Accesorising with just one large ring, the DJ/fashion designer was happy to pose up a storm for the cameras after running into traffic on her way to the event.
Black to basics: The Only Way Is Essex star Lauren Pope made with a racy display as she arrived in a long-sleeved semi-sheer gown
The 32-year-old protected her modesty with nipple covers as she added height to the look with black stiletto heels.
Another The Only Way Is Essex star who chose to don a sexy dress was Chloe Sims for the event.
The 32-year-old proved she doesn’t have an inch to pinch in a skin tight PVC dress.
Chloe stood out from the crowd in her all-black ensemble as she teamed the plunging dress with black stiletto heels and a matching clutch bag.
The TOWIE veteran ensured that her red manicure matched her red lipstick while she styled her locks in the glamorous curls.
Slinky: Another The Only Way Is Essex star who chose to don a sexy black dress was Chloe Sims
Tight squeeze: The 32-year-old proved she doesn’t have an inch to pinch in a skin tight PVC dress
Dolled up: The TOWIE veteran ensured that her red manicure matched her red lipstick while she styled her locks in the glamorous curls
Slender frame: Chloe stood out from the crowd in her all-black ensemble as she teamed the plunging dress with black stiletto heels and a matching clutch bag
Former Celebrity Big Brother star Casey Batchelor also opted to show off her recently reduced cleavage in a sexy sheer gown.
The busty starlet drew focus to her 32EE bosom in the lace detail gown which perfectly showcased her slim figure.
Her dark locks were styled into glamorous over the shoulder curls, while her make-up was flawlessly applied with a dark berry lip and smokey eyes.
Va-va-voom: Former Celebrity Big Brother star Casey Batchelor also opted to show off her recently reduced cleavage in a sexy sheer gown
Stylish arrival: The busty starlet drew focus to her 32EE bosom in the lace detail gown which perfectly showcased her slim figure
From all angles: Her dark locks were styled into glamorous over the shoulder curls while her make-up was flawlessly applied with a dark berry lip and smokey eyes
Former TOWIE star Sam Faiers certainly drew attention in an ill-fitting peach dress.
The 24-year-old dared to bare in the slinky gown with featured a large keyhole cut in the chest area.
She accessorised with gold hoop earrings and a statement belt while he locks were swept back into a sleek ponytail.
Standout style: Former TOWIE star Sam Faiers certainly drew attention in an ill-fitting peach dress
Peek-a-boo: The 24-year-old dared to bare in the slinky gown with featured a large keyhole cut in the chest area
Flaunting what she's got: Sam accessorised with gold hoop earrings and a statement belt while he locks were swept back into a sleek ponytail
TOWIE's Ferne McCann sported an unusual dress and extremely volumised hair and her close pals Bobby Norris and Gemma Collins arrived shortly after one another.
Jessica Wright also donned a red dress as she cut a glamorous figure in her halter-neck gown teamed with a snakeskin clutch.
Former TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh cut a classy figure in her straples purple dress which she accesorised with a black Louis Vuitton clutch bag
Interesting: TOWIE's Ferne McCann sported an unusual dress and extremely volumised hair
Best friends: Close pals Bobby Norris and Gemma Collins arrived shortly after one another
Bit of all-right: Jessica Wright also donned a red dress as she cut a glamorous figure in her halter-neck gown teamed with a snakeskin clutch
Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden braved the winter child in her cut-out black halter-neck gown as she posed for the photographers.
TOWIE hunk Dan Osborne arrived at the NTAs with his pregnant girlfriend Jacqueline Jossa as they continued to brush off relationship trouble rumours.
Jacqueline and Dan silenced the critics with an affectionate display on the red carpet as they kissed and cuddled for all to see.
Purple perfection: Former TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh cut a classy figure in her straples purple dress which she accesorised with a black Louis Vuitton clutch bag
Looking back at it: Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden braved the winter child in her cut-out black halter-neck gown as she posed for the photographers
Cute couple: TOWIE hunk Dan Osborne arrived at the NTAs with his pregnant girlfriend Jacqueline Jossa as they continued to brush off relationship trouble rumours
So in love: Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne silenced the critics with an affectionate display on the red carpet
Not letting pregnancy get in the way of looking stylish: The mother to be looked simply sensational in her flowing dress
Strictly Come Dancing presenting duo Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly looked chic thanks to their simple but flattering looks.
MTV presenter Laura Whitmore stood out in a black dress which features a vibrant patterned skirt while Made In Chelsea beauty Lucy Watson teamed a striped black top with a skater skirt.
EastEnders stars Shane Richie and Jessie Wallace were on the same sartorial page in black suits.
Posing pretty: Pixie Lott dazzled in a strapless Alberta Ferretti gown which she wore with sheer beaded gloves while she wore her blonde locks slicked back
Golden: The singer also wore shimmering gold leaf in her hair as she accesorised with drop pearl earrings
Dream team: Strictly Come Dancing presenting duo Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly looked chic black and white
Varying styles: MTV presenter Laura Whitmore stood out in a black dress which features a vibrant patterned skirt while Made In Chelsea beauty Lucy Watson teamed a striped black top with a skater skirt
Pixie Lott dazzled in a strapless Alberta Ferretti gown which she wore with sheer beaded gloves while she wore her blonde locks slicked back.
The death of soap star Anne Kirkbride also loomed large at the event as stars shared their memories, with Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood saying she was his childhood crush when he grew up.
William Roache brought his Coronation Street co-stars to tears with an emotional tribute to Anne.
The 81-year-old actor spoke at length about his 'soulmate' Anne, who died at the age of 60 on Monday following a secret battle with cancer.
Working couple: EastEnders stars Shane Richie and Jessie Wallace were on the same sartorial page in black suits
Huge turnout: Strictly Come Dancing judge Darcy Bussell looked lovely in cream dress teamed with furry shawl while pregnant Broadchurch actress showed off her bump in an interesting black and white dress
He said: 'With her husky voice and trademark spectacles, the nation took Deirdre to their hearts. As Deirdre and Ken, we were soulmates. And despite what was thrown at us we found one another and always made our way back together.
The nation seemed to want us together and I feel so honoured to have those years with Anne.
'What I remember the best is the vibrant warmhearted person who brightened our days and would gave us all a hug.
Dazzling: Jeremy Kyle was joined by his wife, Carla, who stunned in a shimmering halter-neck gown
Familiar faces: Davina McCall kept her look simple in all black while presenter Kate Garraway teamed sparkling top with a full lilac skirt
Happy couple: The Voice presenter Emma Willis was joined by her McBusted husband Matt who looked handsome in dark suit
Types of black: Former The Apprentice and Celebrity Big Brother star Luisa Zuissman looked classy with a plunging black dress while Hollyoaks star Stephanie Davis showed off her legs in a lacy ensemble
In great spirits: Liberty X star Michelle Heaton with her husband Hugh Hanley were also among the attendants on the night
'Corrie brought Anne and her husband, David, together and he has lovingly been at her side since. Together with Anne's brother John and his family, David and their Coronation Street family and especially Beverly Callard who was close to Anne in her final days, we would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of support. She will be greatly missed by us all.'
Ant and Dec scooped the prestigious title for the 14th year in a row, beating Dermot O'Leary, Keith Lemon and Brad Walsh.
When NTA host Dermot discovered he had lost the award, he just so happened to be with his X Factor boss Simon Cowell, who unsurprisingly wasn't very sympathetic.
Trends: Melanie Sykes opted to go for masculine tailoring in a fitted three piece suit while Hollyoaks actress Nikki Sanderson channelled a Grecian goddess look
Late night: This Morning presenter Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes were on the same page when it came to their outfits for the night
Slinky: Christine Blinkley looked sensational in a simple black dress and red lipstick while Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan opted for an eye-catching halterneck dress to wear to the ceremony
Here to support: Tana Ramsay and daughter Matilda as Matilda was on hand to present an award on the show
Despite having won the Best Entertainment Presenter gong for the 14th year in a row, Ant and Dec were as excited as ever to have scooped the gong again.
'I honestly didn't think we would win again,' Ant admitted.
'We thought tonight was going to be the night we didn't win - thank God it wasn't!
'We genuinely love what we do and we don't want to stop. We feel so privileged to have the shows we have so thank you so much to everyone at home. We relaly appreciate this.'
Dec then took to the microphone to give his thanks to fans and supporters.
Good laugh: TOWIE stars Tommy Mallet and Mario Falcone cut dapper figures as they smartened up for the night
Riding solo: Peter Andre was without his fiancée Emily MacDonagh as he sported a black suit with a white shirt and skinny tie
Funnyman: Comedian Alan Carr couldn't hold in his laughter as he was hugged from behind
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