The Ex BBC Breakfast presenter, Ben Thompson, has always been open about his gay partner, Andy Roche.
On November 21, 2021, Ben shared a lovely picture of him with Andy from his friend’s birthday party. He thanked his best friends for hosting the incredible birthday celebration.
The reputed media personality has become a fixture on the BBC News team.
Thompson has worked as a presenter of BBC Breakfast and co-host of Business Live on BBC News Channel and BBC World News.
The star has served as a Correspondent for BBC New York and the Middle East priorly.
Ben Thompson BBC Partner: More About His Love Life?
Ben Thompson is currently together with his Partner Andy Roche.
This charming pair has been together since January 2011 and is embarking on their 11th year of togetherness by January 2022.
It can be speculated from the bio of Andy’s Twitter account that he is a media lawyer by profession in London.
Thompson’s boyfriend, however, does not reveal the projects on social media.
The popular TV presenter is taller than his gay partner, measuring 6 feet 6 inches in terms of height.
This globally loved couple has adopted two young girls. They are often noticed sharing love and affection towards each other, including their daughters, on social media.
Ben Thompson Wikipedia: His Biography
British by nationality, Ben Thompson was born in England on August 12, 1981.
Thompson has been reluctant to share his parents, siblings, and childhood details.
He pursued his Bachelor’s degree in International Business and French at Cardiff University in 2003. Later in 2004, Ben completed a postgraduate diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the same university.
The famous media person also spent some time at Brest Business School in France.
The regular BBC person created the network’s morning news program, Good Morning Wales, while in university.
The journey to BBC began when the well-known media figure was selected as a BBC Trainee Scheme and later made his first presence in front of the camera, becoming BBC’s Middle East Business Correspondent in 2008.
I’m hanging up my @BBCBreakfast hard hat and hi-vis in the New Year, so here’s a little thread of some of my ten years on the road, getting access to some of the most interesting and amazing businesses, and taking you with us… pic.twitter.com/TVyRZPFDTR
— Ben Thompson (@BBCBenThompson) December 21, 2021
Ben Thompson Age: How Old Is He?
Ben Thompson is currently 39 years old.
He celebrates his birthday every year on August 12.
Ben and Andy look much like a peer looking over their pictures.
Both of them can be assumed to be of similar ages.
On August 20, 2020, the American Journalist was noticed wishing his boyfriend on Instagram where he says,’ Happy Birthday to my long-suffering, ever-patient, reluctant-to-have-his-photo-taken boyfriend. Love you @andyroche’
Where Is Ben Thompson Going?
After serving in the role of BBC Breakfast presenter for ten years, Ben Thompson has retired from BBC at the beginning of 2022.
The celebrity was mainly seen on the show’s business parts, with the occasional appearance as a presenter.
The 40 years old shared a series of tweets announcing his departure from BBC Breakfast on December 21, 2021. Furthermore, sharing the throwback pictures, Ben paid homage to his colleagues.
Additionally, he baffled his audience with his statement of joining the BBC Breakfast on the weekend and rejoining the global news platform.
Recently, BBC went through a major overhaul after the constant presence of Dan Walker, the permanent partner of Sally Nugent.
The BBC regular person made his shocking presence alongside Sally in the show on January 4, replacing Dan.