Rod Stewart shares the secret to keeping ‘the romance alive’ with wife Penny Lancaster

In today’s entertainment world, long-lasting marriages are rare, but singing sensation Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster have beaten the odds, enjoying a loving relationship for an impressive 17 years.

The couple tied the knot in 2007 and are still going strong after all these years.

In a recent interview with The Sun, Stewart opened up about his timeless approach to romance, revealing the key to keeping the spark alive even after 17 years with his wife, offering a glimpse into the magic that has sustained their relationship over the years.

“I am an old romantic. We enjoy candle-lit dinners and we are still very much in love with each other. She is in England at the moment and I am in LA but she’s coming over on Monday,” he said.

“My top tips to keep the romance alive is being honest with each other and talking things through.

“That, and don’t have an argument just before you go to bed after loads of wine. Penny is amazing. A great, great lady.”

Elsewhere in the interview, Stewart made the shock admission that his “days are numbered” and that he is determined to make the most of the years he has left while sharing his candid thoughts on life and what the future holds.

“I’m aware my days are numbered but I’ve got no fear,” he said.

“We have all got to pass on at some point, so we are all in the same basket.

“I am going to be enjoying myself for these last few years as much as I can.

“I say few — probably another 15. I can do that easy mate, easy.”

As he looks to make the most of his remaining years, Stewart will undoubtedly continue to captivate audiences with his electrifying performances. Having enjoyed decades of success in his singing career, the 79-year-old shows no signs of slowing down.

“I don’t see any possibility of slowing down anytime soon,” he recently told HELLO!

“And as I get older, I only really want to do things that give me great pleasure.”

Lancaster added that her husband “loves what he does so much and will never retire”.

“He’s a workaholic and constantly on the move. I struggle to keep up with his training schedule. He works out three or four times a week – even on tour,” she told the publication.