Love is in the Air for Padma Lakshmi

Let me tell you, Padma Lakshmi is glowing these days. She's found herself in a beautiful, new chapter of love with the incredibly talented poet, Terrance Hayes. Padma, the woman who's captured our hearts with her charm on shows like "Top Chef," is now finding joy in a relationship that's making her happier than ever before, according to exclusive sources speaking to Closer.

Why Terrance Hayes is the Perfect Match

What makes Terrance Hayes so special? Well, according to a source close to Padma, he's everything she's ever wanted in a partner. "Padma is absolutely loving every moment with Terrance. He's intelligent, handsome, funny, a gifted poet, and he's incredibly romantic. He makes her feel alive in a way that she hasn't felt in a long time," the source shares. And it's clear that Terrance feels the same way about Padma. "He truly worships her. He can't believe his luck in finding someone like Padma. She's having a blast, and Terrance is exactly the person she needed in her life right now," the insider adds.

Love Blossoms Amid Change

Padma, now 50, found herself in a new relationship with Terrance, even as she navigated the end of a long-term relationship with Adam Dell. Adam, 51, is the father of Padma's daughter, Krishna Thea Lakshmi-Dell, and the pair had been on-and-off for over a decade. Their split came as a surprise to many of their friends, but it seems that change has brought Padma a fresh start. "Padma's decision to move on from Adam was a shock to many of their friends. But now that she's embraced this new chapter, she's happier than she's been in years. A lot of that happiness has to do with Terrance Hayes," the source tells Closer.

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A Graceful Split and a Bright Future

When it comes to their breakup, both Padma and Adam have handled things with grace. "Neither of them blames the other for the split. They were together on-and-off for 11 years, but it was simply time to move on. They'll remain friends and, of course, co-parent their beloved daughter, Krishna," the insider explains. It's clear that there's no bitterness between the two, only mutual respect and love for their daughter.

Introducing Terrance Hayes: The Man Behind the Mystery

Padma was first spotted kissing her new flame in mid-June 2021 in New York City. At the time, he was a mystery man to many, but once his identity was revealed, Terrance Hayes proved to be quite the catch. The 49-year-old poet has an impressive resume. He won the 2010 National Book Award for poetry with his collection, Lighthead. His work American Sonnets for My Past And Future Assassin in 2018 was a finalist for major awards, including the National Book Award, the National Book Critics Circle Award, and the T.S. Eliot Prize. Today, Terrance is a professor at New York University, teaching creative writing to the next generation of poets.

Public Affection and Radiant Joy

Since those first public displays of affection, Padma and Terrance haven't shied away from showing their love. On June 20, the couple was spotted holding hands while walking down a sidewalk in NYC. Padma was glowing in a yellow, figure-hugging tank dress, while Terrance looked casual yet stylish in a grey sweater and jeans, paired with comfy flip flops. They made for a striking couple, and Padma looked happier than ever. It's clear that love is in the air, and Padma has found someone who truly lights up her life.