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Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Gethin Jones and Helen Skelton ‘grow extremely close' off screen after Morning Live star's marriage split
HER ROCK Gethin Jones and Helen Skelton 'grow extremely close' off screen after Morning Live star's marriage split MORNING Live stars Gethin Jones and Helen Skelton have reportedly grown close away from the show - three years after her tough split from husband Richie Myler. Sources close to the Morning Live presenters revealed they have been supporting each other on and off the screen. 7 Morning Live stars Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones have reportedly grown close Credit: BBC 7 Helen and Gethin have been attending a number of events together including the Baftas last week Credit: Instagram 7 The pair teamed up for the Wheely Big Challenge to raise money for Comic Relief Credit: Andrew Whitton/Comic Relief 7 Helen was married to Richie Myler and they share three kids - but they split in 2022 Credit: Getty A source told MailOnline: "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. "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." They were pictured close at the Baftas and last year were spotted at a charity ball set up by Rob Burrow's sisters, with a source adding about the ball: "It was very clear that Helen and Gethin were together as a couple at the event. "They were with close friends of Helen's and their connection was undeniable." The insider continued: "Helen and Gethin have been able to attend events together without much fanfare purely because they're work colleagues ... but anyone who has seen them at these bashes will testify they look extremely cosy." The Sun has contacted their representatives for comment. Helen's husband Richie left her for Stephanie Thirkill in 2022. The Strictly star faced further heartbreak when her rugby player ex went on to have two children with his new love. Gethin, who has previously dated former Towie star Lucy Mecklenburgh and was engaged to mezzo-soprano singer Katherine Jenkins, recently revealed that he's had little success on the dating scene. He said he was struck off the popular dating app Hinge because women didn't believe his profile was really him. Gethin Jones drops huge hint that BBC star has signed up for Strictly Come Dancing 2024 He joked about his love life on Gordon Smart's Restless Natives podcast: "Writing to an online dating app ... 'Hi it's Gethin here, 46. "'I just want to get my money back because it's not really working for me,' eating some cereal because I hadn't got some food in.'" Helen and Gethin took part in an epic Comic Relief challenge earlier this year and both gushed about each other after raising £34million for charity. Helen said on social media: "I don't publicly say often enough how much love and respect I have for you my friend because I assume it is well known. "But for the record you're a legend and I am beyond grateful to have you by my side on the rink, the sofa and beyond. "I can gush.. he doesn't read beyond one paragraph on an insta post." Gethin returned the praise by saying: "And a little appreciation post for this super woman. Unbelievable physical and mental resilience… "Loves a laugh but a deep thinker (I had to remind her a few times we were live on TV). "It says a lot that you can spend 24 hours with someone and still call them an hour later for a debrief…" He previously spoke about feeling at his lowest point after his split in 2011 from Katherine. He said: 'I was engaged and then breaking up, afterwards, or even during that period, it was just awful. 'I remember doing BBC Radio 5Live and going into the toilet at 5.30am going, 'All right. Come on. Just focus for the next three hours, and then you can go back to being sad again.' "I definitely had a bad bout of depression during that time." 7 They were spotted leaving the Baftas after party together Credit: Splash 7 Helen appeared on Stictly shortly after her split from husband Richie Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Gethin Jones and Helen Skelton ‘grow extremely close' off screen after Morning Live star's marriage split
MORNING Live stars Gethin Jones and Helen Skelton have reportedly grown close away from the show - three years after her tough split from husband Richie Myler. Sources close to the Morning Live presenters revealed they have been supporting each other on and off the screen. Advertisement 7 Morning Live stars Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones have reportedly grown close Credit: BBC 7 Helen and Gethin have been attending a number of events together including the Baftas last week Credit: Instagram 7 The pair teamed up for the Wheely Big Challenge to raise money for Comic Relief Credit: Andrew Whitton/Comic Relief 7 Helen was married to Richie Myler and they share three kids - but they split in 2022 Credit: Getty A source told "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." They were pictured close at the Baftas and last year were spotted at a charity ball set up by "They were with close friends of Helen's and their connection was undeniable." Advertisement READ MORE ON HELEN & GETHIN The insider continued: "Helen and Gethin have been able to attend events together without much fanfare purely because they're work colleagues ... but anyone who has seen them at these bashes will testify they look extremely cosy." The Sun has contacted their representatives for comment. Helen's husband The Strictly star faced further heartbreak when her rugby player ex went on to have Advertisement Most read in TV Gethin, who has He said he was struck off the popular dating app Hinge because women didn't believe his profile was really him. Gethin Jones drops huge hint that BBC star has signed up for Strictly Come Dancing 2024 He joked about his love life on Gordon Smart's Restless Natives podcast: "Writing to an online dating app ... 'Hi it's Gethin here, 46. "'I just want to get my money back because it's not really working for me,' eating some cereal because I hadn't got some food in.'" Advertisement Helen and Gethin took part in an Helen said on social media: "I don't publicly say often enough how much love and respect I have for you my friend because I assume it is well known. "But for the record you're a legend and I am beyond grateful to have you by my side on the rink, the sofa and beyond. "I can gush.. he doesn't read beyond one paragraph on an insta post." Advertisement Gethin returned the praise by saying: "And a little appreciation post for this super woman. Unbelievable physical and mental resilience… "Loves a laugh but a deep thinker (I had to remind her a few times we were live on TV). "It says a lot that you can spend 24 hours with someone and still call them an hour later for a debrief…" He previously spoke about feeling at his lowest point after his split in 2011 from Katherine. Advertisement He said: 'I was engaged and then breaking up, afterwards, or even during that period, it was just awful. 'I remember doing BBC Radio 5Live and going into the toilet at 5.30am going, 'All right. Come on. Just focus for the next three hours, and then you can go back to being sad again.' "I definitely had a bad bout of depression during that time." 7 They were spotted leaving the Baftas after party together Credit: Splash Advertisement 7 Helen appeared on Stictly shortly after her split from husband Richie Credit: PA 7 Gethin was engaged to Katherine Jenkins but they split in 2011 Credit: PA:Press Association
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BBC Comic Relief's Gethin Jones 'so confused' as he issues 'emotional' update after 24 hour challenge
Gethin Jones has issued an emotional update after his incredible Comic Relief challenge. The Morning Live presenter was joined by his co-host, Helen Skelton, to take part in the Wheely Big Challenge to raise money for Red Nose Day. The challenge saw the two complete a skate-a-thon to raise funds for vital projects that tackle poverty, injustice, conflict, and climate change in the UK and around the world. The two were cheered on by famous faces such as Claudia Winkleman, Janette Manrara, Kevin Clifton, Sir Chris Hoy and Rick Astley. They completed the challenge today and raised a whopping £890,745 for Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Gethin has now issued an update with his Instagram followers after he completed the challenge. READ MORE: Netflix Adolescence fans heartbroken as they realise hidden detail in Stephen Graham show READ MORE: ITV The Chase's Bradley Walsh 'didn't know how to react' after what Shaun Wallace did on air He revealed he has taken a well deserved rest as he shared a snap from his bed. He said: "Just woken up after a few hours sleep. I'm so confused. Did not know why I had this top on, or where I was! It will take a little while to process the last 24hours. "I'm BLOWN away by your generosity. I'm emotional about how much this will help people who have nowhere to turn. I think there's a few minutes left to donate. I think the details are still in the bio. I've not long got my phone back, the ML social team have been busy on here " Many people took to the comments to praise Gethin after he completed the challenge. Dr Punam Krishan said: "You both smashed it, so proud of you and Helen xxx." Gorka Marquez commented: "You both did so amazing" Dan Walker said: "Well played sir." Comedian Joel Dommett said: "Smashed it buddy! Xxxx" Gethin suffered during the challenge but battled on and was relieved to get through the challenge. In a statement after he completed the challenge, he said: "The total as it stands is £890,000. "It's been another ridiculous, brutal, exhausting, exhilarating, emotional experience and I think when people watch where the money goes to, it really hits people hard, and I'll never underestimate or not appreciate the fact that times are hard but people still donated. "To raise that money is fantastic and it's such a privilege to do it on behalf of Comic Relief and hopefully we can change lives and maybe even save lives.' Helen was also thrilled to reach the end of the challenge as she said: "'I feel dizzy from going around in a circle in a windowless room for 24 hours! But so overwhelmed from people joining in. Times are tough for people, so any donation is so overwhelming and we are very grateful.' Red Nose Day is an annual campaign that raises money to help tackle poverty and provide food, essential healthcare, or safe shelter for people in the UK and around the world. This year will mark the show's 40th anniversary. The live broadcast from Media City in Salford will be hosted by an all-star cast including Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall and Alison Hammond. Comic Relief starts at 7pm on Friday, March 21. It will air on BBC One and BBC Two. It can also be streamed on BBC iPlayer. The programme will be live on BBC One for three hours, finishing at around 10pm.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cumbrian TV star Helen Skelton to take on epic challenge to raise money for charity
CUMBRIAN TV personality Helen Skelton will take on an epic challenge for Comic Relief from this week. BBC One's Morning Live Helen Skelton, will lace up her retro roller boots, alongside co-star Geth Jones and take on an epic challenge on wheels to raise money for Red Nose Day. Gethin and Helen's Wheely Big Challenge, starting on the morning of Thursday, March 20. During the challenge, the duo will be joined by a cast of stars – from past Comic Relief challengers to Morning Live co-presenters and other surprise guests - all helping them to stay on their skates (for 24 straight hours!) as they celebrate fashions, fads and music from the past 40 years. The challenge will begin during BBC Morning Live on the morning on Thursday morning and continue throughout the day and night, finishing during Friday's Morning Live on Friday, March 21 on Red Nose Day. Speaking previously about the challenge, Helen said: 'I am really excited to get stuck into our roller-skating challenge. For me, it sums up what Comic Relief is all about; raising money for vital work that helps families and communities all over the UK and the world, whilst hopefully putting a smile on people's faces.' Helen visited the Queen Elizabeth Grammar School on Monday, February 10 to use the gym as part of the preparation for the challenge. To keep up with Gethin and Helen as they gear up for the challenge, keep an eye on and stay up to date with all the latest news.
