The story of their meeting could easily serve as the basis for a romantic mini-series.
Kim Cattrall, whom millions of viewers around the world remember as the incomparable Samantha Jones from "Sex and the City," has taken an important step in her personal life — the actress has remarried. Her union with 55-year-old Russell Thomas is a logical continuation of nearly a decade-long relationship that developed away from unnecessary attention.
The couple preferred to maintain their privacy, and even their wedding, which took place on December 4 at the Old Town Hall in London, reflected this philosophy. Only 12 of their closest friends and relatives attended the ceremony — no cameras, flashes, or loud announcements. The 69-year-old Cattrall chose an elegant white Dior suit that harmoniously matched with an exquisite hat created especially for her by designer Philip Treacy. The groom opted for a classic Richard James suit. The first photos of the celebration appeared in People magazine, to which the newlyweds entrusted the exclusive.
The story of their meeting could easily serve as the basis for a romantic mini-series. Kim and Russell met in 2016 at the BBC, where he worked as a sound engineer. The actress was in London for work, and as she later admitted, nothing foreshadowed a fateful turn. Their communication began almost casually — a few relaxed conversations, a couple of joint lunches. They exchanged social media follows, and then Russell decided to send her a direct message.
"Very modern and surprisingly easy," Cattrall recalled. Despite the media attention to the actress's personal life, the couple preferred to keep their romance away from the public eye. They appeared together at events but did not seek to be demonstrative — calmness and confidentiality became their unwritten rule. In an interview with People, Cattrall once said that she feels whole and at ease next to Russell. She noted his lively character, great sense of humor, and, to be honest, attractive appearance. But most importantly, he managed to create that atmosphere of calm and support, which is especially valuable in mature relationships.
Gradually, their virtual contact evolved into closer communication, and he took a bold step — he flew to Vancouver to see her, even though they hardly knew each other. Cattrall later shared that she was impressed by his determination, and the meeting was so warm that it felt like they had known each other for many years. Since then, their relationship has developed rapidly and harmoniously.
In 2025, the actress gave a major interview to The Times, where she admitted that during their years together, they spent a lot of time with each other, and that she admires his free-spirited nature. "He’s a bit of a rebel — and I like that," Kim said, emphasizing that it was his independence and inner strength that attracted her to him. For Cattrall, this is marriage number four. Her path to current happiness has not been easy. Her first marriage to Larry Davis lasted only two years — from 1977 to 1979. This was followed by a marriage to Andre J. Lyon, which ended in 1989. Her third husband, Mark Levinson, was with the actress from 1998 to 2004. Each of these stages became part of her life experience, but it is her relationship with Russell, as the actress admits, that has brought a sense of calm and mature confidence into her life. They have learned to respect each other's personal space, support professional endeavors, and at the same time remain partners in the deepest sense of the word.
The quiet London wedding seems a logical continuation of their philosophy: without loud announcements, but with great inner meaning. Kim Cattrall has found herself in a period of life where the main thing is not the scale of the celebration, but the person standing next to her. And judging by how warmly she speaks of Thomas, the actress has truly found someone she is ready to move forward with — calmly, confidently, and without unnecessary fuss. Cattrall's fans rushed to congratulate the actress and left dozens of warm comments under the posts: "How nice to see Kim so happy! Congratulations to the newlyweds from the bottom of my heart!", "She looks amazing. This marriage is the best thing that could happen to her", "May their love only grow stronger. Such news lifts the spirits!", "Kim is an example that happiness knows no age. Bravo!", "Stylish, elegant, glowing. What a beautiful bride she is", "I’m so happy for her! Russell seems like a worthy man", "What a news! I wish them many years together and lots of joy", "A quiet wedding is very mature. Well done, Kim", "Cattrall has always been my favorite. Wishing her and her man happiness!", "True love comes when it’s needed. Congratulations to both of them!"
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