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Rod Stewart’s Heartfelt Support for Penny Lancaster’s Unexpected Career Turn
Rod Stewart, the legendary rock icon, has never been one to shy away from expressing his feelings, and when it comes to his wife Penny Lancaster’s surprising career shift, he’s refreshingly candid. The former model and TV personality stunned fans in 2021 when she traded in high heels for a police badge, joining the force as a special constable. At 54, Penny took on a role that couldn’t be further from the glamorous world of red carpets, stepping into service during events like Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral and King Charles III’s coronation.
Rod, speaking to The Times, couldn’t resist adding some humor about the changes at home. “She’s definitely become more bossy since joining the force,” he joked. “Even the kids have noticed. It’s like she suddenly knows everything.” At first, their sons Alistair and Aiden, along with Rod himself, were skeptical. Penny admitted they initially thought she was out of her mind for wanting to take such a dramatic turn in her life. But slowly, admiration replaced doubt.
As Penny shared more about her police work and her growing confidence, her family began to understand the depth of her commitment. “At the beginning, the boys thought I was too strict,” Penny recalled. “Even Rod said I had changed — I was more assertive.” Yet through all the teasing and adjustments, Rod has become one of her biggest supporters.
Despite suffering a knee injury that temporarily took her off the streets, Penny remained active and deeply involved. On the We’re Not Getting Any Younger podcast, she revealed she had participated in real arrests — including drink and drug driving cases — and described the intense thrill that came with it.
Now, four years into her new chapter, Penny Lancaster has not only earned the respect of her colleagues but has also transformed the way her family sees her. And Rod, ever the devoted husband, may joke about her newfound authority — but it’s clear he’s never been prouder.
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