Dog the Bounty Hunter uploaded his first photo with his new girlfriend, blonde beauty Francie Frane, earlier this week, cementing their relationship status.
Dog, whose real name is Duane Chapman, has received support from his family in going public with the new relationship.
The 67-year-old tragically lost his wife Beth Chapman last June, after a long-term battle with throat cancer.
In the photo, which was uploaded to Dog’s Instagram, the lovebirds could be seen with their arms wrapped around each other, smiling into the camera.
Dog reportedly started dating 51-year-old rancher Francie a few months ago, with the two bonding over their shared grief after losing a loved-on.
Dog and Francie posed for an adorable couple’s shot together (Image: Instagram)
According to The Sun, Francie’s husband Bob passed away “several months before Beth” died.
Thrilled by the blossoming relationship, Dog told the publication: “It’s going really good.
“It’s a God relationship because it’s just like a miracle.
“It’s a miracle how we met and it’s a miracle how great we’re getting along.”
Dog’s daughter, Lyssa Chapman, previously showed her support for their romance, posting “How cute are these two?!”.
Dog’s wife Beth Chapman tragically passed away last June after battling cancer (Image: Instagram)
His youngest daughter Bonnie Chapman defended her father against criticism of the new relationship, wishing for Dog to “live in peace”.
Over Twitter, she said: “Everyone who’s judging my father should sure pray that they never have to lose their loved one and get judged for trying to fill the void.
“Your opinion is invalid. My mother would’ve wanted him to be happy. Now please shut up and let me my dad live in peace.”
Lyssa Chapman has approved of her father’s relationship with Francie (Image: Instagram)
Earlier this year, Dog was met with backlash when he proposed to his assistant Moon Angell during a Dr Oz interview.
The proposal, which was rejected, was later proven to be an act, with Dog denying any romantic relationship between himself and Moon.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
