Helen George Embraces Change After High-Profile Split
Helen George has become a familiar face in British households thanks to her devoted portrayal of Nurse Trixie Franklin on BBC’s long-running series Call the Midwife. But away from the cameras, her personal life has taken center stage after her much-publicized separation from her former partner and show co-star Jack Ashton in 2023. The pair, who met on the set in South Africa and became a fan-favorite couple off screen, now co-parent two little girls, Wren and Lark.
Helen and Jack’s relationship, which blossomed on set and lasted several years, ended quietly. George has always tried to handle matters privately, especially for the sake of her children. In her own words, the girls remain her absolute focus as she and Ashton shift into this new family dynamic. She rarely comments directly about the split, but her social media posts hint at a period of major transition.
New Home, New Beginnings—and New Rumors
Recently, Helen posted on Instagram about moving house—a pretty big deal for anyone, but particularly for someone juggling a dynamic career and young children. Her heartfelt online message thanked the moving crew and hinted at relief and optimism. Insiders saw this as the actress drawing a firm line under the past and marking a new era for her and her daughters.
The spotlight, though, quickly turned to her romantic life. Last year, paparazzi shots showed Helen out and about with fellow Call the Midwife cast member Olly Rix, who plays Matthew Aylward on the show. The pictures sparked rumors in both entertainment media and among the show's loyal following. Neither George nor Rix has commented on the relationship, choosing instead to keep things under wraps. The public, however, is used to reading between the lines, and speculation has only grown since Helen’s house move.
What stands out is Helen’s measured approach to all this scrutiny. She doesn’t overshare or court publicity around her private affairs. Her attitude is clear: her kids come first, and she’s determined to protect their privacy. This isn’t the first time her personal life has made headlines—she was married to actor Oliver Boot between 2011 and 2015 before her relationship with Ashton began—but she’s consistently shunned the drama that often comes with celebrity status.
For now, Helen George remains focused on her children and her career, keeping her cards close when it comes to matters of the heart. The speculation about Olly Rix may continue, but what’s certain is that she’s making thoughtful moves during this new chapter—a fresh start both at home and possibly in love, as the next season of her life unfolds alongside her little girls.
July 15 2025 0
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