Gethin Jones Enjoys Alpine Birthday Bash with Sky Sports Reporter
Welsh television presenter Gethin Jones has been seen celebrating his 48th birthday in the French Alps, accompanied by Sky Sports star Pien Meulensteen. This comes shortly after his BBC Morning Live co-host Helen Skelton broke her silence on persistent speculation about a potential romance between them.
Skelton Firmly Denies Relationship Rumours
Helen Skelton, who split from rugby player Richie Myler in 2022, has explicitly stated that she and Gethin Jones are nothing more than "work friends." In a recent interview, she emphasised, "We just work together, we are not together. No, no, no. We are just work friends." Skelton clarified that photographs of them looking close were taken while they were on duty, further dismissing any notion of a romantic involvement.
Birthday Celebrations in Morzine
Gethin Jones shared Instagram snaps from his lavish ski trip to Morzine, where he was joined by a group including 29-year-old Dutch reporter Pien Meulensteen. The images showed them linking arms and enjoying birthday cake, with Jones captioning the post, "A quality few days in Morzine with a top class group 'the padel princesses'." He also mentioned taking his first skiing lesson during the trip, highlighting the fun-filled nature of the celebration.
History of Speculation and Public Appearances
Rumours about a possible romance between Jones and Skelton have circulated for months, particularly after they were photographed embracing at the Daily Mirror’s Pride of Britain Awards last year. Their close friendship dates back years, with both having worked on Blue Peter and collaborating on charity events like the Wheely Big Challenge for Comic Relief. Despite their camaraderie, both have consistently downplayed any romantic links.
BBC Bosses Seek Clarity
Reports suggest that BBC executives have grown weary of the ongoing speculation and are keen for Jones and Skelton to provide clarity on their relationship status. A source indicated that their red carpet appearances have confused viewers, with some feeling that the ambiguity is being prolonged intentionally. However, Jones himself recently hinted at his single status during a segment on Morning Live, further distancing himself from the rumours.
As the dust settles on these denials, Gethin Jones continues to enjoy his social life, with his Alpine birthday trip underscoring his current focus on friendship and adventure rather than romance.
