Mark Wright says winning over wife Michelle Keegan was harder than 'cracking America'

Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright shared a sweet snap cosying up together as the husband and wife couple posed for a rare moment of public romance during their trip to Australia last year. The married couple were nearly cheek-to-cheek as they posed together during a stroll near the beach. Mark, 36, smiled warmly as he posed at sunset with his gorgeous wife, his signature coiffed hairstyle immaculately in place.

Mark Wright has shared a gushing message about his wife Michelle Keegan in a rare public display of affection. The couple, who have been married for eight years this month, very rarely discuss their marriage or post about one another on social media.

Michelle Keegan is returning to the small screen this weekend in a brand new BBC drama. The former Coronation Street star ditched filming in the north, and her home in Essex with her husband Mark Wright, to head to Australia to film Ten Pound Poms.

The nights may be getting lighter meaning the weekends are feeling longer but still nothing beats settling down on a Sunday night with a box set or drama. This weekend, specifically from Sunday (May 14), the BBC will be airing its new original series, Ten Pound Poms.

Michelle Keegan has once again set pulses racing after teasing a brand new clothing collection with a stunning and sensual photoshoot.The former Coronation Street actress - and wife of TOWIE star Mark Wright - took to Instagram on Tuesday night to give her 6.5 million followers a glimpse behind the scenes shots on the shoot. Michelle, 35, is launching a brand new Summer collection with online clothing retailer Very, a brand she has worked closely alongside for several years now, with numerous collections with the company already under her belt.

Michelle Keegan posed for a selfie in some very funky sunglasses with her rarely seen mum as she assured fans that she’s “Ibiza ready!” The former Coronation Street actress, 35, posed with sunglasses with dangling silver strings and pearls, while her mum Jackie Anne Thornton rocked some round cream ones. Michelle, who recently rocked some outlandish blue hair at a friend's hen do, looked chic in a long grey blazer which she paired with a simple white hoodie and a black bag strewn over her shoulder.

Fans think they have spotted the 'secret' to Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright's happy marriage after seeing a fresh glimpse into their stunning multi-million pound home. The couple previously took fans along with them on the journey of creating their dream property.

Mark Wright has given fans an exciting glimpse of his Mallorca holiday home as things start to take shape.The apartment, which he shares with wife and former Corrie star Michelle Keegan, has been undergoing interior work for a while, with Mark claiming that there were many builders' mistakes during renovation. On Mark's Instagram page he showed some behind-the-scenes work and a reposted a story for the painters Iconnic Decor telling how they were putting in 12-hour shifts to get the job done.They wrote: "Colour going on finally!" Mark then added his own comment: "Boys killing it out in Mallorca, can't wait to get back out there and see the progress!!" In a later story, he gave a glimpse at the chic marble-style bathroom with huge mirrors and reposted for another tradesman, saying: "Getting new mirrors measured up for @wrighty's new place here in Mallorca." He could also be seen with a tape taking figures for the huge mirror above the sink.

Michelle Keegan has left her family and fans going wild as she sent a 'coming soon' message on social media. The actress couldn't help but share her excitement as the first trailer for her new series dropped.

Michelle Keegan took on a very different role as she celebrated her bride-to-be friend at her hen party. The Brassic actress, who will soon be back on our screens in the BBC series Ten Pound Poms filmed in Australia, let her hair down hula-hooping in a bright blue wig as the ladies formed pink and blue teams.

Netflix has released first-look snaps of Michelle Keegan in upcoming series Fool Me Once. The series is adapted from American mystery author Harlen Coben’s 2016 novel of the same name.

Ricky Tomlinson has issued a tribute to Royle Family co-star Peter Martin following his death aged 82. The two shared the screen together in the legendary BBCsitcom.

Jake Quickenden has spoken out on the return of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! as he admitted he doesn't think a second edition of the popular show was "needed".The Dancing On Ice star took part on the ITV reality series in 2014, and was a popular campmate during his instalment. Fresh out of his stint on X Factor, Jake was in the early days of his showbiz career.

Vogue Williams has said she has never seen her husband, Spencer Matthews, so upset until he wasn't invited to Jamie Laing's wedding.

Carol Wright, 63, has been praised by her famous children for completing the London Marathon. Carol is the mum of The Only Way Is Essex stars Mark, 36, and Jess Wright, 37, as well as Natalya and Josh, who recently welcomed his second child. Carol was joined by her husband Mark Senior, 67, for the marathon, but had to complete the last 15 miles on her own as Mark Senior sustained an injury.

Former Love Island star Sharon Gaffka blacked out and needed to stop at the medical tent as she attempted to complete the London Marathon. Sharon, who competed on the ITV dating show in 2021 against the likes of Liam Reardon, Millie Court and Chloe Burrows, took part in the annual marathon event on Sunday alongside notable celebrities like Mark Wright, Jake Quickenden and Harry Judd.The reality TV star, 27, gave it her all and arose victorious against the 26.2-mile course in five hours and 30 minutes.

Mark Wright and his brother were proud to cross the finish line of the 2023 London Marathon together, just weeks after Joshua welcomed home his baby boy who was born 12 weeks early. The brothers embarked on the journey together with their mum and dad, Big Mark and Carol Wright.

There were celebrations all around as Michelle Keegan stepped out to support her husband, Mark Wright, as he completed the London Marathon on Sunday. The former The Only Way Is Essex star and his brother Josh Wright crossed the finish line of the 2023 TCS London Marathon with a race time of 3:36:53.Their parents, Big Mark and Carol Wright, chose to walk the race in hopes of completing it under seven hours.The family ran as ambassadors for Flora's Making Healthy Switches campaign in a bid to encourage the nation to make positive lifestyle changes that are better for them and the planet.

Spencer Matthews has revealed his insane body transformation after his "life spiralled out of control" in his party days whilst he was starring on Made in Chelsea.The 34 year old father of three has now been completely sober for five years after making the conscious decision to give up alcohol in 2018 - a choice that has undoubtedly changed his life for the better. Taking to Instagram on Sunday, Spencer - who is now married to Vogue Williams - shared a number of before and after snaps, the first slide being of him in his MIC heyday, ten years ago, compared to a shirtless photo of him now with bulging biceps and ripped abs.

Mark Wright has given fans a glimpse inside his new Spanish apartment which is set to become a heavenly abroad base for him and his wife Michelle Keegan. The new abode in Mallorca comes after the couple created their dream home from scratch in Essex