Neil Jones and Chyna Mills Tie the Knot
Strictly Come Dancing professional Neil Jones has married his Love Island star partner Chyna Mills after four years together. The BBC star, 44, who has been part of Strictly for a decade, announced the joyous news via social media this afternoon, confirming that he and Chyna, 27, tied the knot on July 1. They opted for a low-key ceremony at London's Marylebone Town Hall, with sweet snaps showing loved ones throwing confetti over them after they officially became husband and wife.
Daughter Havana Present, Parents Absent
Neil and Chyna were joined by their adorable daughter, Havana, who was born in October 2023. Noticeably absent from the celebrations, however, were Neil's parents, who were reportedly banned from attending. In fact, Neil allegedly did not tell mum Helen or sister Terri when or where the wedding was happening.
Family Feud Over Allegations
Last year, Chyna accused Neil's mother of 'bullying, racism, and disrespect'. She claimed that her partner's family 'ruined' Havana's baptism by choosing not to go, which the influencer considered the 'final straw' in their years-long feud. A source has since told The Sun that 'the whole thing is a massive shame'. 'His close and extended family were all there when he married his first wife, Katya Jones, and felt that was an incredibly special day,' they added. 'It makes it even more painful that they have now been cut out completely. Most of them have been blocked by Chyna and Neil, so really have no idea what is going on in their lives at all, let alone about their wedding. Everyone feels like Chyna could have shared her concerns in a different way, but instead it's turned into a public matter, and the whole family have been tarred with the same brush.'
Well-Wishers and Future Plans
Still, it's said the family hoped the big day 'went well'. Nevertheless, the newlyweds were inundated with congratulatory messages from showbiz pals after posting their wedding photos, with Shirley Ballas commenting: 'Congratulations to two beautiful humans ❤️❤️❤️' 'Crying congratulations 😍😍😍', added ex-Strictly pro Oti Mabuse. 'Best day, you beautiful people 🥹♥️ can't wait for next week!', added Lauren Oakley, with Neil and Chyna set to fly to Italy for a second round of celebrations after finalising the legal bits in the UK.
