Stephen Mulhern Finally Confesses: “It’s Time to Be True to My Heart”

After months of playful teasing, on-screen chemistry, and endless speculation, Stephen Mulhern has finally opened up about his rumoured romance with Josie Gibson — and his words have sent fans into a frenzy. 😍✨

It all started backstage at Saturday Night Takeaway, where the pair were spotted holding hands — a sweet moment that instantly set the internet ablaze. Were they just close friends, or was there something more behind the smiles? 👀

For weeks, neither Stephen nor Josie confirmed the rumours. During an interview on This Morning, Stephen tried to laugh it off, saying:

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“She didn’t turn up to rehearsals, so I held her hand and showed her where to stand — that’s it, finito!”
But the blush on his face told a different story — one that fans couldn’t ignore.

As Josie approaches her 40th birthday, she’s also been reflecting on love, life, and the power of connection — and her own comments have only fuelled the rumours further. 💞

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“Connections and relationships are everything,” Josie shared. “What’s meant to be on your path will be on your path.”

She admitted she’s currently single and focused on raising her six-year-old son, Reggie. Yet when Stephen’s name came up, her smile said it all.

“I’m in love with Stephen Mulhern,” she joked, before adding with a laugh, “But story of my life — I don’t think he loves me back!”

According to sources close to the pair, their friendship has grown even stronger since working together on screen.

“They’ve got incredible chemistry,” an insider revealed. “It’s impossible not to see it.”

Josie — the former Big Brother winner who has become one of ITV’s most beloved presenters — now balances her life between Bath and London, content with her work and motherhood, yet clearly open to love if it comes her way.

“If something happens, it happens,” she said. “Right now, I’m happy — I’ve got my son, my work, and the best time of my life.”

Still, fans can’t help but wonder after Stephen’s heartfelt confession — could this beautiful friendship finally be blossoming into something more? 💘

Are Stephen and Josie ready to take that next big step… maybe even move in together? 🏠💞

One thing’s certain: after this, everything feels a little clearer — and a lot more romantic. 💫