Patrick Grant, the ever-composed and stylish face of The Great British Sewing Bee, is no stranger to the spotlight. With his tailored suits, dry wit, and measured words, he’s carved a name for himself in both fashion and television.
But behind the camera flashes and the buzz of his public persona lies a man who’s been shaped deeply by love, heartbreak, and a conscious decision to shield what matters most—his private life.
In a candid conversation ahead of his guest appearance on Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh, Grant opened up about the personal cost of fame and why, despite being in a loving relationship today, he chooses to remain fiercely protective of his partner’s identity.
Lessons From a Love Once Public
Patrick wasn’t always so guarded. Years ago, he was in a high-profile relationship with celebrated fashion designer Katie Hillier. The pair first met at a fashion event in New York, an encounter he remembers vividly.
At the time, he was working alongside menswear designer Kim Jones, and it was during the glitz of an afterparty that sparks first flew between him and Katie.
Their connection was instant and sincere. Back in London, they began seeing each other almost immediately. What they had in common wasn’t superficial—it went beyond shared circles in fashion.
Their bond was built on deeper affinities: a mutual love for creativity, heritage, craftsmanship, the natural world, and even a shared passion for birdwatching and wildlife documentaries.
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It was a relationship marked by curiosity, artistic appreciation, and a quirky fondness for all things handmade and beautifully imperfect.
But with fame comes exposure, and with exposure came problems. During their relationship, Katie was subject to intense online stalking and relentless attention from the public. What started as admiration from fans turned into an intrusion that wore them down.
While Patrick rarely dwells on the details, he admits the experience was traumatic for both of them. It taught him how damaging the intersection of fame and personal vulnerability can be—especially when it’s someone else who bears the cost.
A New Chapter, Quietly Lived
Today, Patrick is in a new relationship with a dentist from London, a woman he met at a mutual friend’s dinner party.
Unlike his past romance, this time he’s keeping things under wraps—not out of shame or secrecy, but out of deep care and protection.
He doesn’t share her name, their photos, or any intimate details—not because he doesn’t want to celebrate their relationship, but because he’s determined to preserve the sanctity of it.
As he puts it, he’s “loath to put someone else through that ordeal.” The ‘ordeal’ being the harsh glare of online trolls and tabloid gossip, something his current partner has thankfully been spared so far.
He knows all too well that his image as a calm, handsome television personality has sparked fan fascination, with many branding him a kind of “knitting circle heartthrob.” While he’s flattered by the affection, he doesn’t let it go to his head.
“Who am I to complain if people say I scrub up well,” he once joked—though behind the humor lies a deep desire for privacy and balance.
The Man Behind the Needle
Beyond his romantic life, Patrick Grant is continuing to make strides in fashion, sustainability, and storytelling.
His latest book, “LESS”, has already earned a spot on the Sunday Times bestseller list, offering thoughtful reflections on how to live better with fewer possessions.
It’s a reflection of his own philosophy—favoring substance over show, mindfulness over materialism.
In the book, and in his public appearances, Patrick advocates for a more considered way of living.
Whether it’s championing British textile craftsmanship or pushing back against fast fashion, he is using his platform not to chase fame but to inspire change.
He’s also candid about the emotional journey he’s taken in recent years. After his split with Katie Hillier, Patrick moved out of the stylish homes they once shared—one in Marylebone, the other in Oxfordshire—and settled in a quieter part of London, in a mid-1960s semi-detached house in Gipsy Hill.
It was a symbolic move as much as a practical one: stepping away from the spotlight, and toward a life built with quieter joys and fewer expectations.
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Fame, Focus, and Forward Motion
Despite his regular presence on TV and in print, Patrick doesn’t consider himself a celebrity. His values are rooted in hard work, thoughtful design, and British heritage—not the fleeting highs of fame.
He remains as passionate about tailoring and textiles as ever, but also wary of the performative side of modern celebrity culture.
His decision to keep his partner out of the public eye isn’t just about self-preservation—it’s about maturity.
He’s seen how public curiosity can mutate into cruelty, and he refuses to let that shadow his current relationship. He has learned, perhaps the hard way, that love flourishes better away from flashing cameras.
