🎬 Exciting news for TV fans! Gethin Jones, our favourite Welsh presenter, is stepping into a brand new role, co-hosting the hit quiz show “Pointless” alongside Alexander Armstrong. Gethin is ready to take on the iconic role previously held by Richard Osman, joining the ranks of Angela Rippon, Trevor Nelson, Judi Love, and more in this show shake-up. He quipped, “I’ve always wanted to know what is actually on that laptop!”
While we know Gethin for his charming TV persona, many might not realise he has a hidden past in rugby! Yes, Gethin once played as a scrum-half and even had rugby trials with Sale Sharks. Despite his passion for TV, he admits missing the thrill of the game, confessing, “I miss smashing people legally.”
Gethin’s packed schedule doesn’t stop at TV! Next year, he’s set to join Team Wales at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Away from the screen, his personal life often grabs headlines, with past romantic links to Helen Skelton and a well-known engagement to singer Katherine Jenkins.
Reflecting on his rugby days, Gethin recounts his last match in 2011, where he was hilariously awarded the “celebrity man of the match,” a moment he still teases about. His love for rugby extends to friendships with sports stars like Scott Gibbs and living with George North during the lockdowns, witnessing the discipline of a pro athlete firsthand.
Gethin’s life is as vibrant off-screen as it is on, filled with sporting adventures and famous friendships. Can’t wait to see him on “Pointless”? Tell us what you think about this exciting new role for Gethin in the comments! 🏉📺✨ #GethinJones #Pointless #BBC #RugbyRoots