Reality television personality Gaz Beadle has publicly celebrated a significant milestone for his partner, Maia Ellen, who has graduated with a first-class nursing degree.
A Proud Graduation Moment
The Geordie Shore star, 37, took to Instagram to share his immense pride after Maia was awarded her honours at a ceremony held at The University of Manchester's Whitworth Hall. His post featured photographs of the moment Maia accepted her degree on stage, alongside a family snapshot taken outside the historic venue.
In a gushing caption, Beadle wrote: '1st class honours Nurse graduate. We met and u were half way through I watched you work so hard and endless hours in the hospital on your placements which I still can't believe nurses don't get paid for...' He continued to praise her dedication, stating the experience had given him a profound appreciation for the nursing profession, and congratulated her on already excelling in her new role.
Relationship Timeline and Supportive Message
Gaz and Maia began dating in August 2024, which was less than a year after his separation from his wife, Emma McVey. The former couple, who share two children, announced their split after two years of marriage in October 2023 and have since finalised their divorce privately.
In the comments of Gaz's post, Maia responded with her own sweet message of thanks, writing: 'Thank you. Couldn't of done it without you constantly supporting me (and paying for my petrol) love you loads.' According to reports, their romance began when Gaz whisked her away to Marrakesh and asked her to be his girlfriend.
Moving Forward After Split
Gaz Beadle's relationship with Maia Ellen marks a new chapter following his divorce and a subsequent short-lived romance with professional golfer Charley Hull. In a joint statement released in May 2024, Gaz and Emma McVey addressed public speculation, emphasising they remain on good terms and co-parent effectively.
This is not the first instance of a reality star partnering with a student. In a parallel story, fellow Geordie Shore alumnus Scotty T recently became a father for the first time with a university student from Newcastle, with whom he shares parental responsibilities.
Gaz Beadle's heartfelt tribute underscores his support for Maia's demanding academic and professional journey into nursing, a career he now admits he holds in even higher regard.
