whirlwind romance leads to engagement
There's rarely a dull day in the world of Made in Chelsea, but Sam Vanderpump just set a new bar for drama and romance. On February 23, 2025, the 27-year-old TV personality got down on one knee and proposed to his girlfriend of six months, model Alice Yaxley. The couple made their love Instagram-official last September and have been inseparable ever since, sharing cute couple snaps and enviable travel moments—like their recent sun-soaked trip to Dubai.
Sam's announcement landed with a splash on social media, thanks to a well-curated engagement shoot posted to his Instagram feed. The caption was simple but electric: 'She said yes 🤩 💍 23.02.2025.' That date marks a major shift for Sam, who only months ago faced one of the scariest moments of his life: a fight with sepsis that sent him to hospital and left his future uncertain. Alice, it turns out, wasn't just along for the ride; she was his rock throughout his sickness and recovery, rarely leaving his side as he struggled back to health. Friends say the ordeal bonded them in ways neither expected, accelerating their commitment to each other.
Reactions from reality royalty and co-stars
The news sent a ripple through both the British reality scene and Sam’s famous family. None other than Sam’s aunt, Lisa Vanderpump—the outspoken Real Housewives of Beverly Hills icon—was one of the first to comment. She called them a 'perfect couple' and showered them with family love, clearly thrilled to see her nephew happy after such a rocky year. Lisa’s endorsement carries weight in this circle, quickly amassing likes and supportive comments from longtime fans.
But not everyone is breaking out the champagne. The cast of Made in Chelsea has always been a tight but drama-filled group, and this engagement added another twist. While many friends from the show sent their congrats, a few, including Tristan Phipps, have reportedly stayed silent. Word is that there are lingering tensions between Sam and Tristan that haven’t faded, despite new beginnings all around. Fans of the show have been dissecting every online interaction and absence, speculating about what could unfold in future episodes.
With the upcoming 29th season of Made in Chelsea already generating buzz, Sam and Alice's engagement will now be a featured storyline. Producers are said to be thrilled—after all, genuine romance, a recent health scare, and a splash of Vanderpump pedigree make for must-watch TV. Viewers can expect plenty of candid moments: from awkward dinner parties with unenthusiastic castmates to Lisa’s across-the-pond pep talks, it’s shaping up to be a season loaded with both high emotion and reality gold.
One thing's clear: Sam and Alice aren't slowing down anytime soon. If their whirlwind year together is any clue, wedding bells might come sooner rather than later—and in this crowd, you can bet every moment will be Instagrammed for the world to see.
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