Jennifer Metcalfe was joined by her new boyfriend as she attended a clothing brand bash in Manchester on Sunday after revealing he makes her ‘happy.’
The actress, 40, who is known for playing Mercedes McQueen on Hollyoaks, proved her romance with the mystery man is still going strong.
Attending the 2nd birthday of her co-star Jorgie Porter‘s sportswear brand Transpire, Jennifer looked effortlessly chic as she arrived at Dear Sailor bar.
She wore a fitted ensemble consisting of a cream scoop neck top and a textured knitted skirt with heeled boots.
By her side, Jennifer’s new flame opted for a casual grey sweater, jeans and trainers for the event.
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Meanwhile, host Jorgie, 36, looked smart in a black blazer that she teamed with matching shorts and thigh-high boots.
She was joined by her fiancé Ollie Piotrowski, while Emmerdale’s Roxy Shahidi and Amy Walsh were also in attendance.
Jennifer has played the role of Mercedes on the Channel 4 soap since 2006 and is one of Hollyoaks’ most iconic figures, with Jorgie playing her half-sister Theresa.
The outing comea after the actress revealed she had found happiness again with her new mystery man after the pair enjoyed a Valentine’s Day date earlier this week.
Jennifer has been single since her split from ex Greg Lake in 2020.
The couple spent eight years together and share son Daye, six, however now the star is moving on and admitted her new fling makes her ‘feel happy’.
Speaking to The Sun on Sunday, Jennifer admitted: ‘I have recently been spending time with someone and he makes me feel happy.
‘I look forward to seeing him and our time together is always lovely.’