London, UK – June 04, 2025, 05:01 AM BST – ITV stars Josie Gibson and Stephen Mulhern have finally confirmed they’re a couple, sending fans into a frenzy after months of speculation, with many on social media claiming they “always knew” the pair were destined to be together. The This Morning presenter, 40, and the Deal or No Deal host, 48, made the announcement on the set of a new ITV special, Summer Fun with Josie and Stephen, on June 03, 2025, marking a surprising turn after denying romance rumors in 2024.
The confirmation came during a live segment when Gibson, who celebrated her 40th birthday in January 2025, playfully called Mulhern “my better half,” prompting him to laugh and say, “Well, the cat’s out of the bag—we’re together!” The audience erupted in cheers, and the moment quickly went viral, trending on X under #JosieAndStephen with fans posting, “I always knew they were perfect for each other!” and “Finally! Their chemistry on Saturday Night Takeaway was undeniable!” The duo had sparked rumors in April 2024 after being spotted holding hands during the finale of Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, but both insisted they were “just friends,” with Gibson telling OK! Magazine, “There’s no romance in the air.”
Gibson, a single mum to six-year-old Reggie, and Mulhern, who has kept his romantic life private since his 2011 split from EastEnders actress Emma Barton, reportedly grew closer while filming their new ITV show. Sources told The Sun, “Josie and Stephen realized their feelings had deepened—they couldn’t hide it anymore.” Gibson, who previously dated Reggie’s father Terry Bond until 2019, had shared in December 2024 that she wasn’t seeking romance, prioritizing her son and career, while Mulhern, in a 2018 Celebs Now interview, admitted he hadn’t dated in years due to his busy schedule.
The announcement aligns with their recent professional successes—Gibson’s Channel 4 Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide in 2024 and Mulhern’s role on Dancing on Ice alongside Holly Willoughby. Colleagues celebrated the news, with Ant McPartlin posting on X, “Knew it! Congrats, you two!” and Dermot O’Leary adding, “Best couple on telly—happy for you both.” ITV released a statement: “We’re thrilled for Josie and Stephen—they’re a joy to watch on screen and off.”
Their romance has rekindled fan excitement, with many recalling Gibson’s 2024 quip to MailOnline, “I’m in love with Stephen Mulhern—but he doesn’t love me,” now seeing it as a prophetic hint. As the couple navigates their new chapter, their confirmation has solidified their status as ITV’s golden pair, proving fans’ instincts were right all along.