James Martin, the beloved host of James Martin’s Saturday Morning, was inundated with supportive messages from viewers during his latest ITV broadcast on Saturday. The reason? Reports confirming his engagement to personal trainer Kim Johnson.
The 53-year-old celebrity chef is said to have proposed to his 39-year-old partner, with their relationship having been made public earlier this year. Martin presented the festive-themed episode, “James Martin’s Saturday Morning at Christmas,” from his Hampshire home kitchen, featuring guests such as cycling legend Mark Cavendish and chefs Lesley Waters, Ashley Palmer-Watts, and baker Richard Bertinet.
As news of the engagement spread, fans took to Twitter, now rebranded as X, to share their heartfelt congratulations. Comments like, “@jamesmartinchef Congratulations on your forthcoming marriage. Good things come to those who wait,” and “Many congratulations on your engagement,” flooded social media, reflecting widespread excitement and support.
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This life milestone follows nearly two years of James and Kim’s relationship, officially confirmed in March 2024. Sources close to the couple describe them as “happier than ever,” highlighting a significant shift in James Martin’s views on marriage. An insider revealed to The Sun, “Although it took James decades to get to this point, everyone has noticed how much he’s changed since meeting Kim. He’s never been happier.”
Friends and family note the transformation is especially poignant given James’s previous reservations about matrimony. Reports suggest that this change might be a difficult adjustment for his former partner of 12 years, Louise Davies. Friends expressed empathy, noting that the private chef’s new path is a marked departure from his past.
James Martin’s relationship journey includes high-profile past connections, including a link to Bond producer Barbara Broccoli, while Kim Johnson was previously married to Arun Nayar, ex-husband of Elizabeth Hurley.
James Martin’s Saturday Morning continues to air on Saturdays on ITV and ITVX, delighting viewers with seasonal recipes and celebrity guests.