Initially, quietly-spoken Aidan Hammond seems the opposite of his mum Alison , whose full-throttle energy and infectious laughter has helped propel her to TV stardom. But it soon becomes clear, as OK! But it took a lot of preparation. I just want to chill out. Nowadays, I only want to do what makes me happy. The little man that used to toddle into This Morning for the occasional fashion segment is now a budding DJ who towers over her.
But the pride in her voice is palpable. And bubbly Alison admits that Aidan has taught her to slow down. You can take things slower, which is what my son does. She must be a pro at this stage. People will respect that more than you faking it.
Asked if their special bond is, in part, due to Alison raising Aidan alone, she points out that, for a long time, it was three of them, before her beloved mother Maria died in , of lung and liver cancer. The mother-son duo filmed their new travelogue β about doing Florida on a budget β last summer and, as Alison admits, it was wonderful to touch base with her son and mix work and play in the sunshine state.
Happiness is the key in everything. It was actually a really special, bonding time. The only moments of tension , both agree, were in the car. These two clearly love to laugh β was it like this on the road, too? On a serious note, Alison believes laughter serves a higher purpose. Laughter is a beautiful medicine. So, why does she love it so much?
I keep coming back for them, but also because no two days are the same. The highlights are many, such as having her baby scan 20 years ago live on-air. I want to rest more, and have more holidays this year. Celebs TV Films. US Celebrity News Strictly. Mirror Choice. Follow us on social. In Your Area. Got A Story? Exclusive: Alison Hammond heartbroken over family loss amid 'tough' times with teen son.
