Michael McIntyre has certainly had his share of ups and downs, not just in his comedic journey but also in his personal life. While the public sees the laughter on stage, the road to marital bliss with wife Kitty Ward had its own hurdles.
In his 2010 book, ‘Life and Laughing,’ Michael McIntyre candidly shares the early challenges in his romance with Kitty. Despite falling head over heels instantly, Kitty wasn’t as smitten. Michael humorously wrote, “In the romantic comedy that was my life, this would have made a good ending. Unfortunately, she wasn’t.” Fortunately, their love story took a turn for the better, and they exchanged vows in 2003.
Family dynamics played a role, with Michael’s grandmother actively trying to break them up. Michael revealed on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, “Unfortunately, my grandma didn’t really like it when I got a girlfriend. It became quite vicious, an untenable situation.” However, love triumphed, and the couple, now happily married, has two sons, Lucas and Oscar.
Famous connections of Micheal McIntyre’s Wife
Kitty Ward, Michael McIntyre’s wife, prefers a private life away from the spotlight. However, her family is no stranger to fame. Her father, Simon Ward, was a celebrated actor known for roles in iconic films like ‘The Three Musketeers’ and ‘Young Winston.’ Following in her father’s footsteps, Kitty’s sister, Sophie Ward, is an actress and writer with notable appearances in films such as ‘Young Sherlock Holmes’ and ‘Jane Eyre.’
After Simon’s passing in 2012, Michael expressed deep affection for his father-in-law, stating, “He was one of my closest friends. He would come to my gigs in the early days.”
While Michael McIntyre has soared to success with a net worth exceeding £75 million in 2020, he hasn’t been immune to life’s challenges. The comedian invested in a lavish eight-bedroom London home worth £10 million, equipped with amenities like a swimming pool, cinema room, and gym. The family of four also has a retreat in Wiltshire, where they can escape the hustle and bustle.
However, in 2018, Michael faced a harrowing incident that shook him and his family. Waiting outside his son’s school in Golders Green, London, he became a victim of a brutal mugging. Masked assailants on mopeds smashed the window of his Range Rover, demanding his £15,000 Rolex watch. Despite the traumatic experience, Michael McIntyre returned to the stage that same week, highlighting his resilience.
The couple were left shaken by brutal mugging.
Reflecting on the incident, an onlooker shared with The Mirror, “Michael looked distraught and in a state of shock… A woman who looked like his wife also seemed very upset and in tears.” However, Kitty reassured the BBC that they had no ongoing concerns for their safety.
Transitioning from stand-up to presenting, Michael hosts the hit BBC game show ‘The Wheel’ and continues to entertain on Saturday nights with ‘Michael McIntyre’s Big Show.’ The latter, a fan favourite, consistently boasts impressive viewing figures, cementing Michael’s status as one of Britain’s most beloved comedians.