Linda Purl and Patrick Duffy started the year by melting hearts with a cozy photo posted to Linda’s Instagram. In the snap, Patrick held a tray of colorful holiday cookies as they sat on their sofa, with a glowing Christmas tree decorated with ornaments in the backdrop.
Linda clarified via her caption that the Christmas decorations have already been packed away, while explaining that the picture was taken during the holidays. “Boo hoo…Christmas put away for another year. May the spirit prevail in 2025!” she wrote.
Fans react to Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl’s loving holiday snap
The adorable photo showing Patrick and Linda warmed fans’ hearts as they flooded the comments section with kind words. “You two are so cute! It is wonderful that you found each other! Happy New Year!” someone exclaimed.
Patrick and Linda showed off their inner child as they also posed with paper crowns on their heads. “The SWEETEST MOST LOVELY PEEPS! Wishing you a happy healthy New Year,” another gushed. Patrick and Linda started dating in 2020, and their old-age love story has been a delight for fans.
Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl’s relationship timeline
Patrick was married to Carlyn Rosser for over four decades until her passing in 2017 at age 77. After losing his wife, Patrick did not expect that he would ever find love again, however, during the COVID-19 lockdown, everything changed. A group text with friends reconnected him with Linda, whom he had casually known since 2000.
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They did not let distance hinder their bond, as Patrick once packed up his car and drove 20 hours from Oregon to Colorado to see Linda. Patrick and Linda have yet to walk down the aisle, but according to Linda, they already feel married. Still long distance, they manage to split their time between Patrick’s Oregon ranch and Linda’s home in Colorado.