Stacey Dooley Spills On Romance And Parenting Struggles With Kevin Clifton

Stacey Dooley’s Honest Take on Love and Life with Kevin Clifton

Hey, loves, let’s chat about Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton, the adorable duo who’ve been stealing hearts since their Strictly Come Dancing days. The pair, who first met on the dance floor in 2018 and snagged the Glitterball Trophy, have since welcomed their little bundle of joy, Minnie, in January 2023. But as any parent knows, life with a toddler isn’t all glitter and glam - and Stacey’s here to spill the tea.

Recently, the 38-year-old broadcaster opened up about how parenthood has shifted the dynamics in her relationship with the former Strictly pro. Between sleepless nights and a bossy two-year-old, Stacey admits things can get a bit... complicated. And we’re not just talking about diaper duty!

Bedroom Banter and Toddler Terrors

During a cheeky chat on Luke Hamnett’s Live, Laugh, Luke podcast, Stacey didn’t shy away from getting real about her romantic life with Kevin. After a convo about her Stacey Sleeps Over program - which featured OnlyFans star Lily Phillips - the topic turned to intimacy, and Stacey couldn’t help but laugh about the challenges of keeping the spark alive with a toddler in the mix.

“Especially when you’ve got two-year-olds, and they’re still in the bed - it’s tiresome. Sometimes, you just feel obligated,”

she quipped, echoing a sentiment many parents will totally get. And it’s not just the bedroom where Minnie rules the roost - Stacey hilariously confessed she’s “terrified” of her daughter’s fiery personality, joking that the toddler currently favors Kevin and gives her the cold shoulder. Talk about a mini diva!

Balancing Family and the West End Spotlight

Parenting struggles aside, Stacey and Kevin are also teaming up for a thrilling new project. The couple is starring as fictional married pair Sam and Jenny in the West End production of 2:22 A Ghost Story. It’s not their first rodeo working together, but Stacey noted how different it feels seven years after Strictly, now that she’s got more experience under her belt.

Reflecting on their dynamic, she shared that while Kevin dives deep into his roles with intense focus, she’s a bit more playful - though she’s careful not to throw him off his game. “I take it seriously, but we’re just pretending,” she explained, showing her lighthearted approach to the craft.

And if that’s not enough to keep you hooked, you can catch Stacey and Kevin on The Hit List tonight at 6:40 PM on BBC One. From the dance floor to the stage - and parenting in between - this power couple is juggling it all with style. So, tell us, how do you keep the romance alive with little ones around? Drop your tips below!