Russell Tovey has made a name for himself with roles in the Doctor Who spin-off series, The War Between the Land and the Sea and Gavin and Stacey among others. While he's staying busy acting, off-screen, the British actor, 44, has kept his private life much more out of the limelight. In fact, you might be surprised to learn the actor, who is openly gay, was actually engaged years ago.

Read on for all you need to know about the actor's private life off-screen - including his turbulent engagement and his current relationship status.

He got engaged to his longtime partner

Russell's love life has been the source of much speculation. The star, who is openly gay, had a longtime relationship with fellow actor, Steve Brockman, known for Steelers: The World's First Gay Rugby Club .

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