Ricky Gervais and his long-term partner Jane Fallon enjoy a walk on Hampstead high street despite UK-wide coronavirus lockdown
The country went into lockdown on Friday night as the government drastically ramped up plans to deal with the coronavirus pandemic.
And while most of the population adapted to life indoors, Ricky Gervais and his long-term partner Jane Fallon enjoyed a walk on Hampstead high street, London, on Saturday afternoon.
The comedian, 58, cut a casual figure in a grey fleece and black trousers, while Jane, 59, opted for a similarly low-key ensemble comprising slouchy grey trousers and a black hoodie.
They see my strolling: Ricky Gervais, 58, and his long-term partner Jane Fallon, 59, enjoyed a walk on Hampstead Highstreet, London, on Saturday afternoon
The pair appeared in a sombre mood as they strolled around Hampstead, with sunglasses shielded their eyes from the spring sunshine.
Their outing came just hours after the government told people to ‘stay at home’ in a bid to tackle the current COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis that has swept the globe.
The prime minister has warned UK citizens not to leave their homes unless absolutely necessary amid the global pandemic, with the exception of key workers.
Ricky and Jane flouted the government’s advice – despite all shops, pubs and restaurants being closed due to the lockdown – and so the pair walked through relatively deserted streets, although a small group walked closely behind them.
What’s on your mind? The pair appeared in a sombre mood as they strolled around Hampstead, with sunglasses shielded their eyes from the spring sunshine
Low key: The comedian cut a casual figure in a grey fleece and black trousers
Off-duty duds: Jane opted for a similarly low-key ensemble comprising slouchy grey trousers and a black hoodie
The couple have been together since 1982 but previously told The Times they decided not to marry because ‘there’s no point in us having an actual ceremony before the eyes of God because there is no God’.
Ricky added they decided not to have children because ‘we didn’t fancy dedicating 16 years of our lives. And there are too many children, of course’.
Earlier this month, the couple were left heartbroken when their social media star cat Ollie died aged 16, with both owners taking to Twitter to relay the news.
‘Just had to say goodbye to the sweetest little soul I’ve ever known. RIP Ollie. July 9th 2003 – March 10th 2020,’ wrote comedian Ricky, 58.
Not staying home! Their outing came just hours after the government told people to ‘stay at home’ in a bid to tackle the current COVID-19 ( coronavirus ) crisis that has swept the globe
Ricky followed this up later, tagging the pet’s social media account, posting: ‘A heartfelt thank you for all your lovely tributes to @myleftfang.
‘I can’t quite bring myself to respond at the moment, but your kindness is very much appreciated.’
His author partner penned: ‘I have awful news. My smart, funny, feisty, beautiful sidekick of the last 16 & a half years @myleftfang has passed away after a sudden down turn in her health at the weekend.
‘My heart is broken in two. I have no idea what I’m going to do without her by my side. #Ollie.’
Getting out and about: Ricky and Jane flouted the government’s advice, and so walked through relatively deserted streets, although a small group walked closely behind them