In a heartfelt podcast episode with her new spouse Michael Douglas, Davina McCall expressed deep admiration for his courage and persistence in the face of daunting challenges.

Originally hailing from Leyland, northwest Lancashire, Michael initially contemplated a career as a motorcycle mechanic before venturing into the hairdressing industry, citing the allure of meeting numerous women as his motivation.

Beginning as a junior at Wella’s London studio, he gradually advanced to working on popular programs like Good Morning Britain, The One Show, and This Morning.

Their paths first crossed while collaborating on Channel 4’s Big Brother, sparking a friendship that eventually evolved into a romantic relationship over the years.

During their Making The Cut podcast, Michael shared their experience of collaborating on a brand partnership, emphasizing the joy of working together seamlessly on a shared endeavor.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Davina publicly expressed her immense pride in her husband’s accomplishments, highlighting the challenges he overcame in building his business and praising his resilience.

Despite his continued work as a stylist for celebrities such as Kate Moss and Johnny Depp, Michael also manages his haircare brand, mdlondon, transitioning from styling to product development during the pandemic to cater to at-home haircare needs.

Married in December 2025, Davina and Michael tied the knot after a challenging period marked by Davina’s health battles, including surgery for a benign brain tumor and breast cancer.

Both Davina and Michael had previously gone through divorces before finding love with each other, with Michael’s ex-wife Tracy reportedly feeling devastated by their public relationship reveal.

Tracy was said to be shocked and emotional upon learning about Michael and Davina’s romance, struggling to come to terms with their newfound happiness together.