Gok Wan fans are convinced he's dating again as TV stylist flies to Madrid with 'good match' Scott - following the death of his best friend Ali to breast cancer
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Gok Wan left fans convinced he was dating on Thursday after sharing a handful of photos from his current holiday in Madrid.
The popular TV presenter has jetted to the Spanish capital after revealing he's in 'overwhelming pain' following the death of best friend Ali to stage four breast cancer.
And he inadvertently sparked romance rumours while posing for social media photos with bearded pal Scott, a platonic friend with whom he has travelled to mainland Europe.
In one photo from his current trip, Gok, 49, flashes a beaming smile as he posed alongside hitherto unseen 'travel companion' Scott.
The TV stylist sported a pair of fashionable orange tinted sunglasses and wore a striped jumper around his neck as they posed together.
In one sweet selfie snap, Gok, 49, can be seen beaming at the camera as he posed with his 'travel companion' named Scott
Gok Wan took to his Instagram on Wednesday to post a slew of sweet snaps during his vacation in Madrid after revealing his best friend Ali had tragically passed from stage four breast cancer
In another snap posted by Gok, Scott can be seen beaming towards the camera as the pair relaxed at the airport.
He sported a navy blue zip-up polo top and showed off his silver fox beard.
Gok captioned the post: 'Madrid you’ve been incredibly hot but very fun. 48Hrs is not long enough but I feel relaxed and very hydrated (hungover). Shout to my travel companion Scott'
Fans of the fashion connoisseur then flocked to the comment section to compliment the star and shipped the pair by saying they 'look good together.'
One fan said: 'You look good together, just saying (love heart eyes emoji); Scott is very handsome, nudge, nudge, Love you Gok (love heart emoji); 'Handsome companion.. little bit of eye candy (love heart eyes emoji).'
Gok's representative has since confirmed they are just friends.
It comes after Gok revealed his best friend Ali had died after battling stage four breast cancer, and shared an emotional Instagram tribute earlier this year.
The star penned a moving post revealing that Ali, who was also known by the name Fanny McPhee, peacefully passed away 'with her family by her side.'
Meanwhile, in another snap posted by Gok, Scott can be seen beaming towards the camera as the pair chilled at the airport
In his tribute, Gok shared that he's in 'overwhelming pain' following Ali's death, and said she previously called him 'the love of her life.'
He shared a selection of emotional Instagram snaps from their friendship, and a lengthy caption paying tribute to his friend.
Gok wrote: 'After many years of fighting, Ali has finally ended her battle and is now at peace, resting with the stars.'
'Ali passed away today with her family by her side. Her wonderful son, Tash, who she loved with all her might, reassured us Ali was not in pain and comfortable.'
'Ali was the smartest, most courageous, sensitive and kind person any one of us could have had the privilege to meet. In my eyes, she was simply perfect.'
'We spent many years preparing for this moment but no amount of talks or planning could have prepared me for this overwhelming pain.'
'I miss her so much already. Her wisdom. Her smile. Her naughtiness. Her kind touch. Her everything. Al my love.'
'The very moment I met you I fell in love with you. We always said it was destiny that we should have met and I thank every happy thought that we did.
It comes after Gok revealed his best friend Ali had died after battling stage four breast cancer , and shared an emotional Instagram tribute earlier this year
The fashion guru penned a moving post revealing that Ali, who was also known by the name Fanny McPhee, peacefully passed away 'with her family by her side'
'Thank you for the best years of adventures and fun. Thank you for being every inch of you. You told me you were going to the stars and I believe you. I know that one day we will dance again, together in the skies.'
'You showed the world what it means to be vulnerable yet strong. You showed every one of us how to be brave. You will never know how loved you are because that’s the sweet and unselfish person you are. I miss you soo much.'
'You used to tell me I am the love of your life. I used to tell you to shut up. I would do anything to hear you say that again.'
'We both agreed this song is one of the best vocals ever sung. How lucky were we to share so much music together. You will forever be in every song I love.'
'The night sky will always be brighter now that you are shining your beautiful light from the universe.'
'Rest now my dear Fanny. I will see you in the music my love. Your, Gok x.'
Many of Gok's celebrity pals shared their sympathies in the comments, with Alan Carr writing: 'Oh Gok!! Sending you so much love - utterly heartbreaking.'
Lisa Snowdon commented: 'Gok. Darling. I'm sending you so much love. What a wonderful woman and how lucky you both were to have found one another and shared so much, the laughter, the love, the dancing, so many special moments. Love to you and all who knew and loved Ali.'
In his tribute, Gok shared that he's in 'overwhelming pain' following Ali's death, and said she previously called him 'the love of her life'
Ashley James posted: 'Oh Gok, I'm so sorry and sending you love.'
Rose Ayling-Ellis said: 'I'm so sorry for your loss,' and Lorraine Kelly added: 'Gok - so sorry.'
In February, Gok revealed that he'd seen Ali for the last time following her terminal cancer diagnosis.
In his first post, shared to Instagram, he wrote: 'Fanny’s last night in London. Not many words left.'
'I think we’ve said what we need to. Now we can just sit contently - that is the true beauty of friendship.'
Following up with another photo, Gok added: 'My little heart is a tiny bit shattered today. Fanny is on her way back to OZ. We’ve had such a magical 2 months, time we never thought we’d have so thank you universe for making it happen.'
He continued: 'I know she has to go home to be with her amazing Son and family… I’ll miss the laughs and life reckoning… Bon voyage t*** face.'
