Gethin Jones, the star of BBC's Morning Live, has stirred excitement among his fans after releasing a whimsical video on Thursday showcasing his 'engagement'. The 46-year-old presenter seemed to pop the question to model Nikki Chislett during a romantically decorated woodland setting filled with fairy lights and nostalgic Polaroid photos. The enchanting video started with Gethin playfully guiding Nikki along the path to the proposal spot, where she uncovered Polaroids depicting moments from their time together.
Among the photographs, one particularly captured attention, featuring the words "Say yes". Gethin then knelt down and asked, "Marry me?" prompting eager cheers from viewers when Nikki gasped and joyously agreed. The atmosphere was undeniably romantic, creating palpable anticipation, yet the final moments revealed the reveal: it was all part of a promotional campaign for Clogau, the luxury Welsh gold jewelry brand.
“She said yes (again!). @clogaugold,” Gethin captioned the post on Instagram, nodding to his lighthearted rapport with Nikki, who he jokingly refers to as his 'work wife'. The playful remark alludes to their previous collaborations, where they have donned wedding rings and posed as if preparing for marriage during promotional campaigns. He cheekily confirmed the staged nature of their proposal, inviting followers to enjoy the dramatics.
Although Gethin's proposal was staged, the aesthetics and emotional depth of the interaction sparked genuine affection among his followers, many of whom flooded the comments section with congratulatory notes and playful assertions. Gemma Atkinson chimed humorously, saying, "I’d have said I’d rather have the cash," poking fun at the elaborate nature of Gethin’s YouTube marketing attempt. Meanwhile, one ardent fan commented, "I always knew you were a hopeless romantic," reflecting the endearing ambiance Gethin cultivates through his public persona.
This isn't the first time Gethin has teased ideas of matrimony. Earlier promotions featured his on-screen chemistry with Nikki as the couple previously donned wedding attire for Clogau’s advertisements. Back in 2020, Gethin playfuly shared his photo with a wedding band, claiming, "It’s been a big day,” before clarifying it was merely part of the photoshoot. This year’s latest mock proposal continues this trend of teasing romance with compelling visuals to engage his audience.
Despite his joyful antics on social media, Gethin remains quite private when it concerns his actual romantic life. Rumors have circulated about previous relationships with various notable figures such as singer Katherine Jenkins and reality star Lucy Mecklenburgh. Gethin's engagement to Jenkins occurred back in February 2011 after they met on Strictly Come Dancing but was called off by December of the same year when he later expressed, “we were 'in a rut'.”
Reflecting on the split, Katherine recounted her experience during the heartache years later explaining, "At the end of 2011, when Gethin and I broke up, the reality of it was... every night I'm singing songs of heartbreak…trying to find the energy to cope.” Similarly, Gethin has openly discussed his battle with depression following the relationship’s end, recalling instances when he was gripped by sadness during his daily routines.
Currently, Gethin has emphasized his preference for traditional dating practices. Stepping away from modern dating apps, he stated, "I believe in the old-fashioned way," conveying his desire for wholesome connections grounded in genuine interactions. He appears to enjoy keeping his actual dating life under wraps, allowing fans to speculate, pulling them even closer to his enigmatic personality.
Through his recent engagement display, Gethin not only entertained his viewers but also solidified his brand as affable and charming, encapsulating the excitement—albeit fictitious—of romance. While many hope for blossoming love stories from him, at the moment, he remains focused on cherishing supportive friendships and bringing light and joy through summer celebrations of delight.