Steve Coogan has prompted romance speculation after he was seen holding hands with strategy director Katy Kamaee in Manchester
The Alan Partridge creator was visiting MediaCity to deliver a keynote speech at the Beyond The Music showcase, which will screen his 2002 film 24 Hour Party People
Coogan is known for keeping his private life closely guarded, so the public display attracted attention
He was previously married to Caroline Hickman from 2002 until their divorce in 2005
His representatives have declined to comment on the latest speculation.