London, UK 10/15/2009 10:44:45 PM
News / Entertainment

Lily Allen’s boyfriend has surprised her with a £2,000 bracelet.

Builder Sam Cooper – who has been dating the ‘Its Not Fair’ singer since July – splashed out the huge sum on the lavish vintage bangle as a romantic treat after she fell in love with it during a holiday in Venice, Italy.

 

A source said: “Lily spotted an amethyst and sapphire bracelet and said she loved it. The next day Sam sneaked off and bought it as a surprise.”

 

As well as spoiling her with expensive gifts, the 44-year-old builder is also encouraging Lily, 24, to pursue an acting career.

 

He reportedly said: “She would rock as an actress!”

 

The couple have grown increasingly smitten over recent months.

 

Earlier this week, Lily revealed Sams compliments have helped boost her self-esteem.

 

She said: "I'm so confident and happy in myself now. My boyfriend tells me that I'm beautiful and that he loves me all the time. He says my butt is fabulous and that's all I need."