Actor Olly Rix, best known for his role in the beloved BBC drama Call The Midwife, has announced his engagement to fellow performer Anna Chell. The 40-year-old star shared the happy news with his followers on Instagram this Monday.
Instagram Announcement Seals the Deal
Rix took to the social media platform to reveal he had proposed to his partner, sharing a tender photograph of himself kissing 29-year-old Anna on the head. He accompanied the image with a ring and a love heart emoji, confirming their impending marriage. The couple's romance first became public last summer when Olly posted a series of affectionate pictures from their time together, captioning one collection 'Summer with Anna and Nellie'.
From On-Set Colleagues to Life Partners
The pair met through their work on the long-running series Call The Midwife. Olly Rix joined the show playing the role of Matthew Aylward, while Anna Chell had already been portraying the character of Jodie Whyte since 2023. Their professional relationship blossomed into a personal one, culminating in this week's engagement announcement.
This news follows speculation about Rix's previous relationship with his Call The Midwife co-star, Helen George. The two were rumoured to be an item in 2023 after both had split from their respective partners. Helen George, 41, plays Trixie Franklin on the show, who is the on-screen wife of Rix's character, Matthew.
Moving On: New Roles and Relationships
Following the reported end of his connection with Helen George, Olly Rix expanded his acting portfolio, joining the cast of BBC's Casualty in 2024. He currently plays surgeon Flynn Byron on the medical drama.
Meanwhile, Helen George has also moved forward. She is now in a relationship with father-of-two Dan Innes, 52. The actress offered a glimpse into her new life last month by posting a festive selfie of the pair with their Christmas tree.
Followers and fans of Olly Rix flooded the comments section of his engagement post with congratulations and well-wishes, celebrating the next chapter for the actor and his fiancée, Anna Chell.
