Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones’ Friendship Sparks Romance Rumours
A close friendship between television favourites Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones has reportedly blossomed into a deeper connection, with sources suggesting that sparks are flying between the two. The single stars, who have both had their hearts broken in recent years, were spotted leaving the BAFTAs together last weekend, fueling speculation about a potential romance.
According to a source, Helen and Gethin’s close working relationship has developed into a stronger bond, with the pair growing "closer and closer" in recent months. "Helen and Gethin have an extremely close working relationship and there’s a feeling in recent months their friendship has blossomed into a deeper connection," a source told Mirror Online. "They’re both keen to keep a lid on it to avoid public scrutiny but there’s no denying their closeness both on and off screen."
The rumoured romance comes after both Helen and Gethin have experienced heartbreak in recent years. Helen, 40, split from her ex-husband Richie Myler in 2022, after he announced he was in a new relationship just months after their separation. The couple had welcomed their third child, Elsie, just four months before their split. Gethin, meanwhile, had his engagement to Katherine Jenkins called off in 2011, after which he struggled with depression.
Gethin has been open about his struggles with mental health following his split from Katherine, revealing that he had a "bad bout of depression" during that time. In a candid conversation with Tom Bryant on The Mirror’s Outdoors in Mind podcast, Gethin shared a poignant moment when he had to focus on his work to get through a difficult time.
The pair have grown closer since their time together on Morning Live, and have been spotted laughing together at various events. While reps for the stars have been approached for comment, Gethin has not given up hope of finding love, having dated First Dates star Cici Coleman two years ago.
As the rumours surrounding their relationship continue to grow, fans of the pair will be eagerly awaiting any official confirmation. For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on social media.
Helen Skelton has also been open about her own struggles with grief, revealing that her stint on Strictly Come Dancing allowed her to process her emotions following her split from Richie. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Helen revealed that she was "blindsided" by Richie’s announcement and that the competition had given her the opportunity to grieve her marriage.
The news of a potential romance between Helen and Gethin has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with fans of the pair taking to social media to share their thoughts and well-wishes. As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is certain – Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones are two of the most beloved television personalities in the UK, and their rumoured romance is sure to be the subject of much speculation and interest in the days to come.
