New Love Blossoms: Alan Hamel Finds Romance with Joanna Cassidy
Suzanne Somers' Widower Spotted with Mystery Woman - Is This the Start of a New Chapter for Alan Hamel?
In a stunning turn of events, 88-year-old Alan Hamel, the widow of beloved sitcom star Suzanne Somers, has been spotted with a new lady love in the picturesque beach town of Malibu. Just two years after his wife's passing at the age of 76, Hamel appears to be moving on and finding romance again.
The dashing senior citizen was seen strolling arm-in-arm with none other than actress-model Joanna Cassidy, 79, a former costar of Somers in the 1985 miniseries Hollywood Wives. The two were spotted at the luxurious Malibu Beach Inn on Carbon Beach, where they had apparently stopped for lunch and some quality time together.
According to eyewitnesses, Hamel and Cassidy looked every bit the happy couple as they walked along the beachfront, matching in their white caps purchased from the hotel gift shop. Hamel sported a bright orange button-up shirt, while Cassidy wore a chic gray blazer over an off-white top with plaid pants. A wedding ring sparkled on her finger, hinting at a long and happy marriage behind her.
But don't be fooled - Cassidy's marital history is more complicated than it seems. The actress-model has been divorced for over 50 years since the end of her marriage to Kennard C. Kobrin, a relationship that ended decades ago.
So who is this Joanna Cassidy, and how does she fit into Hamel's life? As it turns out, the two actresses worked together on the iconic miniseries Hollywood Wives in the 1980s, with Somers playing the role of Gina Germaine. Cassidy, on the other hand, portrayed Marilee Gray in the three-part adaptation of Jackie Collins' novel.
The miniseries was a who's who of Hollywood legends, featuring notable names like Candice Bergen, Angie Dickinson, and Anthony Hopkins. But we digress - back to Hamel and Cassidy's budding romance.
As the two continued their beachside stroll, they were seen grabbing lunch at Broad Beach Oyster Company, where they indulged in lobster rolls and other delicious treats. Eventually, they departed the area in a sleek black SUV, leaving onlookers to wonder if this might be the start of something special for Hamel.
It's worth noting that Hamel's relationship with Somers was truly one-of-a-kind. The couple had been married for an astonishing 55 years before her passing in October 2023. In a heart-wrenching interview with thescholarlynote.com last fall, Hamel spoke about his enduring love for his wife and the sense of loss he felt after her passing.
"Suzanne was my everything," he said, his voice trembling with emotion. "We were inseparable - we didn't even spend one hour apart in all those years. It's heartbreaking to think of living without her by my side."
But it seems Hamel is taking steps towards healing and moving forward, and we couldn't be more thrilled for him.
When reached out for comment on this new romance, reps for Cassidy were tight-lipped about the details of their budding relationship. But one thing is clear - Alan Hamel has found love again, and he's not alone in his quest for happiness.
The question on everyone's mind now is: will this romance blossom into something more? Only time will tell, but we're excited to see where the future takes these two lovestruck seniors.
