He’s been enjoying his time off from his work duties as he bounces back from his drink-drive charge and rehab stint.
But Ant McPartlin seemed deep in conversation as he engaged in a tense phone conversation during lunch with a pal in Chelsea, London, earlier this week.
The troubled presenter, 42, stepped out of the restaurant to embark on his call, shortly before enjoying a shopping spree at clothing shop J Crew for his casual outing.
Stressed? Ant McPartlin seemed deep in conversation as he engaged in a tense phone conversation during lunch with a pal in Chelsea, London, earlier this week
Putting on a dapper display, the TV host sported dark-wash jeans, a grey cotton cardigan and a crisp white shirt.
The I’m A Celeb star opted for comfort in the footwear department as he donned a pair of box-fresh trainers, and accessorised with a silver chain-strap watch.
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Intense: The troubled presenter, 42, stepped out of the restaurant to embark on his call, shortly before enjoying a shopping spree at clothing shop J Crew for his casual outing
Smart: Putting on a dapper display, the TV host sported dark-wash jeans, a grey cotton cardigan and a crisp white shirt
Lively: Ant made a series of animated facial expressions during his call outside the London eatery
Ant’s outing comes after he made a rare comeback to Twitter on Thursday after David Walliams poked fun at the embattled star with a hilarious post on Instagram.
The Britain’s Got Talent judge, 47, shared a 113-year-old throwback black and white snap of Queen Mary standing with her sons Prince Edward and Prince Albert.
Comedian David compared himself to the Monarch while likening the queen’s sons Edward and Albert to Ant and Dec in the tongue and cheek caption.
Casual: The I’m A Celeb star opted for comfort in the footwear department as he donned a pair of box-fresh trainers, and accessorised with a silver chain-strap watch
Time off: He is currently taking an extended break from all of his television commitments as he recovers from alcohol and substance abuse problems
Takeover: Holly Willoughby will fill the troubled star’s shoes alongside his sidekick Dec on the upcoming series of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here
Not impressed: Ant looked downcast throughout his phone conversation
New romance: While the funnyman is taking time out from his TV duties, he has grown incredibly close to his new ladylove Anne-Marie Corbett
The funnyman wrote: ‘My first meeting with @antanddecofficial.’ (sic)
Ant showed the joke had tickled his sense of humour by breaking his social media silence to say David’s joke was ‘brilliant’.
‘Brilliant!!!’ He simply penned on the official Ant and Dec Twitter account, signing off as A and accompanied with a tearful laughing emoji.
A lot on his mind? Recently, it was claimed the comedian’s new girlfriend Anne-Marie will be named in the divorce papers with estranged wife Lisa Armstrong
Reports: The make-up artist, 41, is reportedly filing for divorce on the grounds of adultery, as the estranged couple are said to be close to coming to an agreement before they submit their papers
Claims: ‘Ant doesn’t want to hurt Lisa — he just wants to bring it to an end as quickly and as painlessly as possible’, a source told The Sun
Past troubles: Earlier this year, the star was fined £86,000 for drink-driving and subsquently admitted himself into rehab
Ant is currently taking an extended break from all of his television commitments as he recovers from alcohol and substance abuse problems.
Holly Willoughby will fill the troubled star’s shoes alongside his sidekick Dec on the upcoming series of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here.
While the funnyman is taking time out from his TV duties, he has grown incredibly close to his new ladylove Anne-Marie Corbett.
Stroll: The Newcastle native continued his sunny walk around London before heading off to his next location
All about the accessories: Following his shopping trip, Ant sported his signature square framed sunglasses
Bags bags bags: The former Pop Idol host appeared pleased with his purchases as he lugged his bags into a black car
Recently, it was claimed the comedian’s new girlfriend Anne-Marie will be named in the divorce papers with estranged wife Lisa Armstrong.
The make-up artist, 41, is reportedly filing for divorce on the grounds of adultery, as the estranged couple are said to be close to coming to an agreement before they submit their papers.
A source told The Sun: ‘Ant doesn’t want to hurt Lisa — he just wants to bring it to an end as quickly and as painlessly as possible.
Beaming: Ant appeared in high spirits following his spot of retail therapy
In good company: He grinned from ear-to-ear as he was joined by a close pal
Comeback: Ant’s outing comes after he made a rare comeback to Twitter on Thursday after David Walliams poked fun at the embattled star with a hilarious post on Instagram
My first ever meeting with Ant and Dec! The Britain’s Got Talent judge, 47, shared a 113-year-old throwback snap of Queen Mary standing with her sons Prince Edward and Prince Albert
Cheeky! Ant showed the joke had tickled his sense of humour by breaking his social media silence to say David’s joke was ‘brilliant’
‘He is on the verge of accepting his adultery but only very clearly on the technical basis that he has to — while making sure Lisa agrees that it only happened months after their separation.
‘These talks have been ongoing during recent days and they are bearing fruit, it was feared it would spark a battle royal between the two but they are working to put their differences to one side and an agreement is close.’
Ant and Lisa, who have known each other 23 years and tied the knot in 2006, announced they were parting ways earlier this year.
Ant’s fortune is estimated at £62million and he and fellow presenter reportedly Dec made a whopping £29.48million before tax in 2016.
Split: Ant and Lisa, who have known each other 23 years and tied the knot in 2006, announced they were parting ways earlier this year
New love: The presenter has embarked on a romance with his personal assistant Anne-Marie