Barry Soper and Heather Du Plessis Allan just changed their work schedules to accommodate their newborn son.
Famous political journalist Barry Soper has regularly appeared on radio and TV since the 1970s. He works as the Political Editor of Newstalk ZB.
The reporter has also represented the news organizations like Mataura Ensign, Otago Daily Times, New Zealand Truth, and the Waikato Times.
Meanwhile, his wife Heather Du Plessis is also a well-known personality from NZ. She is a dynamic woman who has made her name in journalism.
Du Plessis is well respected by leading newsmakers, business leaders, and political insiders. She is a driving force in NZ’s biggest radio station.
Barry Soper & Wife Heather Du Plessis Allan Wedding Photos Explored
Barry Soper and his wife Heather Du Plessis were married in the year 2009. Even so, we could not fetch any photographs of their marriage.
They share a common passion for journalism. Their relationship has proven that age does not matter when it comes to love.
It was on October 2021 Du Plessis Allan had announced she was pregnant. Their beautiful baby boy had arrive on 26th of February 2022.
Soper also has a child from his previous marriage, his daughter, Alice Soper is a rugby player.
Barry Soper On Baby Duty To Care For Son Iggy
Pictures of Barry Soper and his son Iggy have gone viral on social media. The NZ journalist was seen babysitting while his wife was on her duty.
Soper and his wife have confirmed his future plans at the network, following the birth of their son Iggy in February.
The new mum Heather du Plessis-Allan has returned to work, while, daddy Soper will be on parental leave for the next eight weeks.
Barry Soper And Heather Du Plessis Allan Age Gap And Net Worth
Barry Soper and Heather Du Plessis have an age gap of 33 years. At present, the renowned journalist is 71 years old, while his wife is 33 years.
Despite their age, she sees no difference in the type of love they share with people their own age, she said on TV.
She married 57-year-old Barry when she was 24 years old. He was concerned that they wouldn’t like the same music, yet they do.
Apart from being one of the NZ’s power couples, they have a huge combined net worth.
Sober currently owns an estimated net worth of around $5 million. Likewise, his wife is also expected to have a net worth higher than $3 million.
From Tuesday, April 26, 2022, du Plessis-Allan will return as host of the Drive show. While Soper will take eight weeks of parental leave.