As she approaches her milestone 40th birthday, This Morning favourite Josie Gibson is reflecting on what truly matters — love, loss, motherhood, and the strength she’s found along the way.
💔 “Reggie Is My Whole World”
In a deeply personal interview with The Mirror, Josie spoke candidly about life as a single mum to six-year-old Reggie, admitting that romance has taken a back seat for now.
“Reg is my biggest distraction — those emotional bonds are what last forever,” she shared tenderly.
Between her busy TV career and raising her son, Josie says there simply isn’t room for dating:
“It wouldn’t be fair on anyone I dated. Where would they even fit in?”
🔥 The Truth About Stephen Mulhern
Rumours of a budding romance with TV favourite Stephen Mulhern first began swirling in April, after the two were spotted holding hands backstage at Saturday Night Takeaway. Fans immediately jumped to conclusions — but Josie insists it was all innocent.
Stephen himself laughed it off, explaining he was merely guiding her to her place during rehearsals:
“That’s it. Finito!” he joked on This Morning.
Josie, ever the joker, later teased:
“I’m in love with Stephen Mulhern — but like every story in my life, I don’t think he loves me!”
💋 Love Isn’t Off the Table — Just Different Now
Though she’s not actively looking for romance, Josie hasn’t given up on love altogether. Speaking to OK! Magazine, she revealed:
“To even kiss somebody, I’ve really got to love them. I can’t give my energy when I’m not completely into it.”
Her past relationships — from her Big Brother romance with John James Parton to her former fiancé Luke Sanwo, and Reggie’s dad Terry — have taught her hard lessons about vulnerability and self-worth.
“I just can’t have my heart broken again,” she admitted softly.
🌸 Turning 40, Stronger Than Ever
Now living in Bath with Reggie, Josie co-parents happily with Terry, whom she describes as “a fantastic dad.” As she balances motherhood and her career, she feels more grounded than ever before.
“If I’m spending time away from my little boy on something that may or may not work out, I’m going to regret that.”
❤️ A New Chapter Begins
As she steps into her forties, Josie is choosing love — but not necessarily romance. Love for her son, for her work, and for herself. And while the whispers about Stephen Mulhern continue to swirl, she’s smiling through it all — content, confident, and finally at peace.
Because for Josie Gibson, no matter what the headlines say, family will always come first.
