Former Premier League footballer and television presenter Jermaine Jenas has gone Instagram official with his new partner, Parisian luxury estate agent Anne Leplaideur.
The social media debut comes shortly after the listing of the £7.5 million Hertfordshire mansion Jenas previously shared with his ex-wife, Ellie Penfold, who recently posted updates emphasizing her independence.
Who is Anne Leplaideur?
Anne Leplaideur, 31, is a high-end property specialist based in the affluent 17th arrondissement of Paris. She works for the boutique firm Laforêt Guy Môquet, catering to wealthy clients in one of the French capital’s most prestigious real estate markets.
Leplaideur’s background and lifestyle details include:
- Luxury Lifestyle: Her digital footprint features high-fashion preferences, including frequent highlights of Hermès accessories and Christian Louboutin footwear.
- Fast Cars: Social media posts show her affinity for luxury sports cars, including videos featuring high-end vehicles like Lamborghinis.
- Bi-Continental Romance: Insiders report that Jenas has been splitting his time between London and Paris since the relationship began in December.
The Breakdown of Jenas’ 16-Year Relationship
The public romance marks a definitive new chapter for Jenas following his separation from his wife of 13 years, Ellie Penfold.
The couple, who began dating in 2009 and married in 2011, officially split in March 2025.
The marital breakdown followed a highly publicized workplace misconduct scandal in August 2024, which resulted in Jenas being dismissed from his high-profile broadcasting roles at the BBC and talkSPORT.
The broadcaster was dropped after admitting to sending inappropriate text messages to female colleagues.
Penfold and Jenas share three children: daughters Geneva and Olivia, and son Jacob. Jenas also has an older daughter, Sancha, from a prior relationship.
The family’s former 6-bedroom Edwardian residence in Hertfordshire—featuring an indoor pool, home cinema, and gym—has been placed on the market as the former couple finalizes their separation assets.
Following the loss of his broadcasting contracts, Jenas has focused on independent digital media and business ventures.
He recently established his own independent production company to create sports and lifestyle content.
During a recent appearance on the Reece Mennie Podcast, Jenas reflected on his public downfall, stating that he has taken full accountability for his past actions as he attempts to rebuild his professional reputation outside of traditional network television structures.