Former Dancing On Ice contestant Rufus Hound recently made headlines after proposing to his partner during a stage performance, leaving fans stunned by his new look.
In a heartwarming Instagram post, EastEnders actress Sally Hodgkiss revealed that she and the comedian are now engaged, thanks to a romantic proposal on stage.
One thing that caught everyone off guard was Rufus without his trademark goatee, prompting many to do a double take.
Sally shared pictures on X showing her and Rufus sharing a tender moment post-proposal, where she admitted to initially mistaking his genuine proposal for part of their improv act.
‘This is the moment my favorite person proposed to me on stage at the London Improvathon,’ she shared. ‘At first, I thought it was a strange character choice, considering he was playing my brother.’
After posting images of their embrace and a kiss, Sally revealed, ‘Then I realized the name he said was mine, not my ridiculous character name. It was crazy and beautiful, just like him.
I immediately said yes. We are absolutely thrilled! .’
Yeah so this is the moment that my favourite person on earth proposed to me on stage at the end of the London Improvathon.
I thought he was still in character, and therefore it was a pretty weird move considering he was playing my brother.
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— Sally Hodgkiss (@sallyhodgkiss) March 11, 2024
Congratulations poured in from friends and fans, with stand-up Mark Nelson expressing, ‘This is amazing. So happy for both of you.’ Vix Leyton added, ‘I love this so much,’ while theatre director Emily Collins shared, ‘Sally!!!!! Thrilled for you both xxxxx.’
Rufus, who is 45, participated in Dancing On Ice in 2021 alongside Robin Johnstone. Unfortunately, they had to withdraw in the fourth week due to Rufus testing positive for Covid-19.
TV presenter Matt Richardson replaced him but was eliminated shortly after. Rufus was previously married to Beth Johnson, with whom he shares two children. They announced their separation in 2020.
Dancing On Ice airs on ITVX.
Source My Celebrity Life.