Ant Anstead shared a heartwarming peek into his Christmas festivities, delighting fans with moments from his holiday celebrations. The British television presenter, 45, took to Instagram to post a series of photos featuring his 5-year-old son, Hudson, whom he co-parents with his ex-wife, Christina Haack (formerly Hall). Among the highlights was Hudson gleefully experimenting with his new plasma ball lamp, a gift from Santa Claus.
One of the most charming moments was captured in a video from the Dec. 28 post. In it, Hudson eagerly shows off the glowing lamp to his dad, bringing his face close to the orb for a playful demonstration. His antics prompted laughter from Anstead and someone else in the background. Fans quickly speculated that the mystery laugh belonged to Renée Zellweger, Anstead’s girlfriend of over three years, renowned for her role in the Bridget Jones film series.
“I know that laugh—it’s Renée!” commented one follower. Another added, “That has to be her, no doubt about it.” A third chimed in, “Love hearing Renée’s distinctive laugh in the background!”
This year marked the fourth consecutive Christmas that Anstead and Zellweger spent together, showcasing their strong connection. Earlier in December 2023, Anstead shared an Instagram Story revealing that Zellweger took charge of making all the desserts for their festive meal, while his older children, Amelie, 21, and Archie, 18, pitched in to prepare the main dishes.
Over the years, fans have spotted subtle appearances by Zellweger in Anstead’s holiday posts. In 2022, she was glimpsed in the background of a family photo taken in England, donning her signature orange University of Texas baseball cap and green cargo pants. The couple first spent the holidays together in 2021, shortly after they began dating. Their romance started on the set of Celebrity IOU: Joyride, a Discovery+ series co-hosted by Anstead.
The relationship has continued to evolve, with the couple hitting significant milestones along the way. In 2023, they reportedly moved into a shared home in Orange County, California. By the following year, Anstead temporarily relocated to England to be near Zellweger as she filmed Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, the fourth installment of the beloved series.
Despite their public profiles, Anstead has frequently described their relationship as refreshingly grounded. During a U.K. talk show appearance, he addressed the scrutiny they face.
“I don’t really focus on it,” he said. “Our relationship feels so normal. Renée is incredibly down-to-earth, and most of the time, I forget she’s even a celebrity.”
As they continue to navigate life together, their holiday celebrations highlight a relationship filled with love, joy, and cherished family moments.