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Gogglebox star Georgia Bell announces 'amazing' news in new life update – fans and co-stars react


Gogglebox's Georgia Bell and her best friend Abbie Lynn have been regulars on the beloved Channel 4 television show since 2018


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Abby Allen
Abby AllenTV writer
October 20, 2025
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Congratulations are in order for Gogglebox star Georgia Bell, who has announced her engagement to longtime partner Josh Newby. The TV personality, best known for appearing on the hit Channel 4 reality series alongside her best friend Abbie Lynn since 2018, revealed the happy news with a romantic video captured during their Dubai getaway. Off-screen, Georgia is known for her down-to-earth personality, hilarious one-liners and close friendship with Abbie, which has made the pair fan favourites on the show for over six years. The newly engaged couple, who live in Durham, share two children – Hugh and Ralphie – and are also proud pet parents to a grey Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Vinnie.

Fans congratulate the pair

Taking to Instagram to share snaps of the romantic proposal, Georgia captioned the post: "14.10.25. YES YES YES!! Officially in our fiancé era. A memory to remember for a lifetime." TV fans were quick to take to the comments to share their congratulations for the couple, including Georgia's Gogglebox partner Abbie, who said: "Ahhhh just beautiful. Massive congratulations to you both! So so happy, lots of love." Other show favourites Jenny and Lee commented: "Congratulations to you both wow great news much love to ya xx," while the Malone family added: "Such lovely news, congratulations to you all."

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Celebrations at home

After taking a few deserved days to soak in the happy moment, the star also took to her Instagram stories to celebrate the news. "We're home and I can finally share our amazing news," she said, before posting a video of the surprise welcome she received – a room filled with flowers and balloons. "And we got home last night to the most gorgeous surprise set up. Thank you so much to my mam @eleanorbeth and @carlyjbell love you all so much," she added.  

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Abbie and Georgia have appeared on the show since 2018

Georgia and Josh's relationship story

The pair have been together for several years, and their relationship has been featured subtly in Georgia’s social media posts throughout her time on Gogglebox. Their engagement marks a major milestone for the young family, who welcomed their first child in 2022 and their second in 2024.  

Family life

Georgia and Josh welcomed their first son, Hugh James Newby, back in July 2022. Georgia marked his birth with an Instagram post, which she captioned: "Our beautiful boy has made his entrance. 12/07/22 at 12:31pm – 7lbs7.5oz. You're perfect in every way Hugh James Newby." Two years later, Georgia announced Hugh had gained a baby brother: "Ralphie James Newby. Our precious boy was born Nov 10th 11:27pm weighing 7lbs10oz. Settling into the life of a family of 5, we all love you unbelievable amounts little one…" 

Gogglebox's Georgia Bell with son Hugh and dog Vinnie© Georgia Bell/Instagram
Gogglebox's Georgia Bell with son Hugh and dog Vinnie

Gogglebox airs on Channel 4 every Friday at 9 pm. 

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