Leigh Francis says he is still 'madly in love' with his childhood sweetheart wife, who he's been with for over three decades. Best known for portraying Keith Lemon on Celebrity Juice , comedian Leigh has been in the spotlight for more than 20 years - and he's done it all with his supportive wife by his side. Most recently, the 51-year-old revealed he's been approached by show bosses about competing in the ITV reality shows I'm a Celebrity .
.. Get Me Out Of Here! and Celebrity Big Brother - but reportedly declined the offer.
Speaking to fans on Instagram , he said: "No way. They did ask me, though. I took the meeting and they were nice people but I just don't want to do it.
" He says she was also asked to take part in ' Big Brother ' in 2006 but he told his agent: "No chance! I'd rather rip me eyes out." While fans know him for the weird and wonderful Keith, his life at home is a far cry from his alter ego. The star, who was born and raised in Leeds, tied the knot with Jill Carter back in 2002 in North Yorkshire.
The couple have two daughters together, Matilda and Dolly. Unlike her famous husband, beauty therapist Jill prefers to keep largely out of the limelight - but the pair will sometimes make rare appearances together at events. It's known that Jill prefers venturing out with her other half when he isn't playing his alter-ego, so they can act like a 'normal' couple.
In an interview with The Sun in 2016, after attending the TRIC Awards with Jill, Leigh explained: "I promise.