Ant McPartlin's wife Lisa Armstrong shows the strain as she walks her dog... as embattled husband prepares to jet 11,000 miles away for return to work following rehab stint
Her husband Ant McPartlin vowed to make their marriage a priority despite their work commitments soon to tear them apart.
And with the inevitable looming, Lisa Armstrong defiantly stepped out on Wednesday to grab fresh air with their dog Hurley while casually enjoying a cigarette in London.
The couple reunited a month ago after the TV presenter returned home following a two month stint rehabilitation for drug and alcohol dependency.
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Having a break: Lisa Armstrong defiantly stepped out on Wednesday to grab fresh air with their dog Hurley while casually enjoying a cigarette in London
Wrapping up for the cooler temperatures, she donned a printed raincoat which highlighted her cropped black leggings alongside her chocolate-coloured labrador.
The Strictly Come Dancing make-up artist teamed her causal appearance with a pair of suede ankle-boots while she left her tresses loose for her leisurely stroll.
Her appearance comes a month since her long-term love Ant returned from two months of rehabilitation for drug and alcohol dependency.
Ant has vowed to make his marriage a priority after checking into rehab for alcohol and painkiller addiction - but work commitments are about to keep the pair apart.
Stepping out: Wrapping up for the cooler temperatures, she donned a printed raincoat which highlighted her cropped black leggings alongside her chocolate-coloured labrador
Support: The couple reunited a month ago after the TV presenter returned home following a two month stint rehabilitation for drug and alcohol dependency
But Lisa has been throwing herself into work as her husband prepares to fly 11,000 miles across the globe for his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! presenting duties.
The Strictly Come Dancing make-up artist has been actively tweeting about returning to her weekly duties, sharing her excitement about what products she wanted to use.
Messaging Holby City actress Chizzy Akudolu, she enthused: 'So @chizzyakudolu I brought those lipsticks I was telling you about! #patmcgrathlabs You'll be rocking all them colours #Strictly2017 x'.
Lisa also replied to numerous tweets praising the amazing job her Strictly glam squad had been doing so far.
Work: Lisa has been throwing herself into work as her husband prepares to fly 11,000 miles across the globe for his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! presenting duties
Out and about: The Strictly Come Dancing make-up artist teamed her causal appearance with a pair of suede ankle-boots while she left her tresses loose for her leisurely stroll
Strong: Her appearance comes a month since her long-term love Ant returned from two months of rehabilitation for drug and alcohol dependency
Ant is set to fly off to New South Wales in Australia this winter for his I'm A Celebrity presenting duties alongside co-host Declan Donnelly.
Lisa meanwhile will be tied up from the Strictly launch next weekend until just before Christmas.
After completing a two-month stay in rehab to treat his battle with drug addiction and depression, Ant has been continuing his recovery with his wife by his side.
The TV presenter has previously credited wife of 11 years Lisa, for her 'amazing' and continued support throughout his troubles, after admitting he had put the make-up artist 'through hell with mood swings and depression' before seeking treatment.
Companion: Lisa tackled the pavement in her heeled boots while her dog trotted alongside her
Preparations: Ant has vowed to make his marriage a priority after checking into rehab for alcohol and painkiller addiction - but work commitments are about to keep the pair apart
Focused: But Lisa has been throwing herself into work as her husband prepares to fly 11,000 miles across the globe for his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! presenting duties
Social: The Strictly Come Dancing make-up artist has been actively tweeting about returning to her weekly duties, sharing her excitement about what products she wanted to use
Ant returned home after addressing his health battle and seeking out treatment by checking into rehab in June.
Prior to his stay, Ant revealed he has been battling his condition for two years after an operation on his knee went wrong in 2014, leaving him in constant pain, and amid fertility struggles with his wife.
Following the surgery, Ant began taking the opioid painkiller Tramadol and became addicted. He revealed he had come close to death at the worst of his condition, which saw him rushed to hospital following a drugs and booze binge.
For the first time in three years, Ant is now believed to be clean and has lost a stone since being admitted into rehab.
Praise: Lisa also replied to numerous tweets praising the amazing job her Strictly glam squad had been doing so far
Commitments: Ant is set to fly off to New South Wales in Australia this winter for his I'm A Celebrity presenting duties alongside co-host Declan Donnelly
Strictly: Lisa meanwhile will be tied up from the Strictly launch next weekend until just before Christmas
Lisa has openly stood by her husband during his rehab and is helping to aid his recovery, following his hints that their marriage was on the rocks in an interview with The Sun on Sunday.
Ant confessed that his condition had put a huge 'strain' on his relationship and describing the impact it had on his marriage, he said: 'I'm very sorry about the effect it has on partners.'
He added that he regrets not telling Lisa about his battles sooner, admitting: 'In hindsight, I should have mentioned it earlier, but you're embarrassed about it.'
Helping hand: After completing a two-month stay in rehab to treat his battle with drug addiction and depression, Ant has been continuing his recovery with his wife by his side
Credit: The TV presenter has previously credited wife of 11 years Lisa, for her 'amazing' and continued support throughout his troubles, after admitting he had put the make-up artist 'through hell with mood swings and depression' before seeking treatment
In the past: Ant returned home after addressing his health battle and seeking out treatment by checking into rehab in June
He continued of his wife: 'All I can say at the moment is that she's been amazing — fantastic throughout.'
The pair married back in 2006, after becoming engaged while on holiday to Dubai the previous year.
The couple had been together over a decade prior to their nuptials, having met on the Smash Hits tour in 1994 - with Ant performing alongside Dec as PJ and Duncan, and Lisa in pop band Deuce.
Struggles: Prior to his stay, Ant revealed he has been battling his condition for two years after an operation on his knee went wrong in 2014, leaving him in constant pain, and amid fertility struggles with his wife
Surgery: Following the surgery, Ant began taking the opioid painkiller Tramadol and became addicted. He revealed he had come close to death at the worst of his condition, which saw him rushed to hospital following a drugs and booze binge
Lisa was the first to thank fans for their support following Ant's announcement in June and took to his Twitter account - that he shares with Dec - to share an emotional statement that read: 'Completely overwhelmed by all your love & support ,it means so much.
'I'm relieved he's receiving the help he needs, we just need him better.'
Ahead of his rehab stay, Ant had released a candid statement about his health where he thanked his wife and family.
It read: 'The first step is to admit to yourself you need help. I’ve let people down. I’m truly sorry. I feel like I have let a lot of people down and for that I’m truly sorry. I want to thank my wife, family and closest friends through this really difficult time.
Health: For the first time in three years, Ant is now believed to be clean and has lost a stone since being admitted into rehab
Aid: Lisa has openly stood by her husband during his rehab and is helping to aid his recovery, following his hints that their marriage was on the rocks in an interview with The Sun on Sunday
'I have spoken out because I think it is important that people ask for help if they are going through a rough time and get the proper treatment to help their recovery.'
It's been reported that to aid his recovery going forward, Ant has moved his mother Christine into his London home that he shares with Lisa.
ITV bosses have also backed the star and his return to the channel, insisting that Ant will front the new series of I'm A Celebrity in November, amid reports they would be 'resting' the show.
'Ant is doing really well and we’re expecting him to return,' they told Radio Times, adding that they consider the entertainer to be 'irreplaceable'.
Back to work: ITV bosses have also backed the star and his return to the channel, insisting that Ant will go ahead and front the new series of I'm A Celebrity in November alongside Dec
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