Samantha Armytage, 43, is ENGAGED to boyfriend Richard Lavender, 60, as Sunrise presenter debuts diamond ring on Instagram
Sunrise host Samantha Armytage, 43, has announced her engagement to boyfriend Richard Lavender, 60.
Sharing the happy news to her Instagram followers on Sunday, the blonde journalist uploaded two photos of herself posing in the arms of her fiance, with a diamond ring sparkling on her engagement finger.
'What a year...' she wrote in the caption, adding several emojis including a ring, heart and a dog.
'What a year!' Samantha Armytage, 43, is ENGAGED to boyfriend Richard Lavender, 60, as Sunrise presenter debuts diamond ring on Instagram
The photo appears to have bee taken at either Samantha or Richard's rural property, both of which are located in New South Wales' Southern Highlands.
Wrapped up in a beanie and puffer jacket, Samantha beamed with joy as she placed her bejewelled hand on her man's chest.
A flurry of Samantha's famous friends congratulated the happy couple, including Sunrise weatherman Sam Mac who wrote: 'Sam!!! Richard!!! Well bloody done! So great to see some happy news! @banjoarmytage for ring bearer duties, calling it early x.'
It's official! On Sunday, the blonde journalist uploaded two photos of herself posing in the arms of her fiance, with a diamond ring sparkling on her engagement finger
Sunrise presenter Edwina Bartholomew added: 'Well, this is hands down the best thing to happen this year,' while former Studio 10 host Jessica Rowe added: 'Oh HOORAY!!!!!!! So happy for you beautiful girl & that is one very lucky fella!!'
The couple, who have been reportedly dating since last April, officially confirmed their romance in November last year.
They sparked engagement rumours in September, after they were spotted shopping for expensive jewellery in Sydney's Double Bay.
So in love! Speaking to WHO magazine's Sexiest People issue, the Channel Seven host praised the businessman as a 'decent' and 'very honest' man
Richard has two daughters, Grace and Sasha, while Samantha has no children but does own an adorable dog named Banjo.
Speaking to WHO magazine's Sexiest People issue, the Channel Seven host praised the businessman as a 'decent' and 'very honest' man.
She revealed they had been introduced by a mutual friend 'around Easter' and shared an instant connection.
Smitten! The couple, who have been reportedly dating since last April, officially confirmed their romance in November last year
Sam, who is notoriously private when it comes to her personal life, added that the most attractive thing about Richard is that he's 'comfortable in his own skin.'
Meanwhile, Richard said that he was drawn to Sam because of 'the sparkle in her eye' and their shared passion for horses and the outdoors.
On Valentine's Day this year, Richard called into Sunrise live on air to give her a romantic surprise.
She's going to be a stepmother! Richard has two daughters, Grace and Sasha, while Samantha has no children but does own an adorable dog named Banjo (left)
'It's Rich! Happy Valentine's Day,' Richard said.
'I'm much more romantic than Sammy,' he added. 'You told me you wanted a surprise.'
Richard went on to reveal that he had made Sam a gift for the special day and explained how he had been trying to 'throw her off the scent' to surprise her.
Cute couple: Samantha recently shared this photo of her and Richard's legs as they cosied up on the couch together
'She prides herself on being a good journalist, Kochie, and she's been asking me what I've been doing the last couple of days and I've been having trouble throwing her off the scent,' he said.
'I made this little thing for you, Sammy. I'll send you a picture when I hang up, hopefully you'll like it!'
Richard lives in a 40-hectare property in Bowral, NSW, the same country town where Sam owns a $2.2million five-bedroom retreat.
'I've been trying to throw her off the scent!' On Valentine's Day this year, Richard called into Sunrise live on air to give her a romantic surprise
It's believed the couple spend most weekends together in the Southern Highlands, while Sam returns to her $2.5million Bondi home in the week.
They are said to have met at socialite Skye Leckie's 60th birthday party in April last year.
Interestingly, Sam's rumoured ex, jet tycoon Paul O'Brien, was also in attendance.
Living the good life: It's believed the couple spend most weekends together in the Southern Highlands, while Sam returns to her $2.5million Bondi home in the week
Meanwhile, on Sunday, The Daily Telegraph reported that Samantha will no longer host Sunrise on Mondays, starting from June 22.
The TV host, has chosen to take a step back from her on-air responsibilities, and opt for a four-day working week, the publication reported.
With Samantha absent from the desk on Mondays, journalist Natalie Barr will fill in.
Natalie previously covered for the anchor for six weeks earlier this year, as Samantha fought off a 'respiratory infection'.
Taking a step back: Meanwhile, on Sunday, The Daily Telegraph reported that Samantha will no longer host Sunrise on Mondays, starting from June 22
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