After weeks of speculation, Josie Gibson has finally addressed the romance rumours linking her to Stephen Mulhern — and her carefully chosen words have only fuelled even more discussion online.
The This Morning star, 39, found herself at the centre of intense gossip after she was photographed holding hands with the Catchphrase host during rehearsals for Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway last week. The images quickly went viral, with many fans convinced a new TV romance had quietly begun.
Now, Josie has set the record straight — while leaving just enough intrigue to keep people talking.
Speaking in a new interview, she said:
“Stephen? Oh, he’s absolutely lovely. We’re really good friends and I truly adore him — and if things were ever to go further, we’d let the audience know.”
The comment immediately sparked a wave of reaction on Facebook, with fans debating whether the door had been firmly closed — or gently left ajar.
No rush, no pressure — just happiness
While Josie was clear there is no confirmed romance, she also shared what many fans are calling the “happy news”: she’s genuinely content with where her life is right now.
Addressing constant speculation about her love life, Josie admitted the rumours can be frustrating.
“Every bloke I’m seen with, people assume I’m having a relationship with them,” she previously said. “But I’m not that person. To even think about being with someone, I have to really love them and be fully into it.”
She went on to explain that meaningful romantic connections are rare for her — something she feels only comes around once every seven or eight years.
“When that magic connection does happen, it’s very special,” she said. “I love love — but I won’t force it.”
Life as a single mum comes first
Josie also opened up about her life as a single mother to her five-year-old son, Reggie, revealing that motherhood has changed her priorities completely.
“Since I’ve had him, I don’t really feel lonely,” she admitted. “He’s filled a gap I always wanted filled — and that’s probably why I haven’t rushed into dating or relationships.”
She praised other single parents, calling them “incredible” and “so strong,” and said her focus right now is on stability, happiness and caring for the people closest to her.
Friends — for now
So while fans hoping for a dramatic love confirmation may be left waiting, Josie’s message was calm, honest and quietly reassuring.
She and Stephen remain close friends who genuinely care for one another — and while there are no plans for marriage, no secret relationship and no official romance, Josie hasn’t ruled anything out either.
And judging by the reaction online, many fans agree: seeing Josie confident, happy and choosing peace over pressure might just be the best update of all.
