Josie Gibson shared a cosy outing with Sam Wolfenden, dubbed 'the world's hottest horse farrier', on Wednesday, following their initial flirty encounter on This Morning. The pair, who first met in March 2025 when Josie interviewed Sam about his burgeoning online fame, were in high spirits as they attended a racing event together.
From Screen to Racetrack
Their meeting earlier this year left Josie visibly flustered, as she confessed to forgetting her questions during a sweet embrace on the show. Sam, an influencer with 657,000 Instagram followers, has captivated audiences with videos showcasing his day-to-day life caring for animals, with fans particularly drawn to his muscular physique.
Stylish Arrivals at the Races
For their outing, Josie, the former Big Brother star, opted for a chic cream buttoned dress paired with a Burberry coat and a matching hat, exuding elegance. Meanwhile, Sam made a dapper impression in a sharp green suit as they arrived for the second day of the racing festival.
Sam's Rise to Fame
When asked about the success of his online videos, Sam attributed it to expressing his passion, leading to shared laughter with Josie. He even joked, 'You don't see it a lot, I've got plenty of jobs in store for you Josie!' As a horse farrier, his responsibilities include trimming and repairing hooves, shoeing horses, and correcting abnormalities.
Sam's online presence has attracted celebrity attention, with Rylan Clark leaving a suggestive comment under one of his videos: 'Didn't think I'd ever be jealous of a horse…. Especially with my teeth.' Other high-profile followers include New Zealand filmmaker Taika Waititi, This Morning host Josie Gibson, TOWIE's Gemma Collins, Love Island stars Kaz Crossley, Laura Anderson, and Rebecca Gormley, as well as rugby player James Haskell.
Beyond Farrier Content
In addition to his animal care videos, Sam occasionally shares insights into his fitness regime, posting clips of himself working out in the gym. This multifaceted approach has helped him build a diverse and engaged following.
Josie's Health Journey
The outing comes as Josie has been open about her health battle with lipoedema, showcasing the results of her five-stone weight loss. She recently underwent liposuction therapy on her legs, a procedure she plans to repeat despite the £7,000 price tag per surgery.
Diagnosis and Treatment
During an appearance on This Morning, Josie revealed that she was diagnosed with lipoedema about a year ago. Lipoedema is a chronic condition where fat and connective tissue build up in areas like the legs, hips, bottom, and sometimes arms, affecting both sides equally. Her treatment included liposuction followed by VASER (Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance) therapy, which uses ultrasound waves to break down fat cells.
Diet and Lifestyle Changes
Josie has shared details of her daily routine, which includes intermittent fasting three days a week, a simple gym regimen, and a '1970s diet'. This diet focuses on smaller portions and foods like boiled potatoes, liver, spam, pork, beans, and Angel Delight, emphasising home-cooked meals over processed or convenience foods.
However, Josie humorously insisted that her weight loss is partly due to 'stress' and 'good angles', quipping, 'I'm so chunky and not as slim as you think.' She attributed her busy lifestyle—renovating a house in Bath, parenting, and working across the country—as contributing factors, even noting she slept for 27 hours during a trip to Thailand due to overwhelm.
This outing highlights the intersection of celebrity culture and niche online fame, with Josie and Sam's connection blossoming from a television segment to a real-world friendship, all while Josie continues to navigate her personal health journey in the public eye.
