Call The Midwife star Helen George inadvertently sparks romance rumours as she poses with a handsome mystery man during trip to Italy Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By Madison Burgess Published: 17:44 EDT, 6 August 2024 | Updated: 17:46 EDT, 6 August 2024 e-mail View comments Call The Midwife star Helen George sparked romance rumours on Tuesday following some cuddly snaps with a mystery man during her Italian holiday. The actress, 40, ignited speculation among fans online after sharing a slew of images from her latest getaway, featuring some new faces.

She looked gorgeous in the carousel of images, including a bikini selfie and a few group photos where she was up-close with a previously-unseen brunette man. Curious fans of the star rushed to the comments, writing: 'Who’s the new dude?' and 'A new beau? Very handsome!' However, Helen was quick to shut down the romance rumours and confirm that the mystery fan was in fact just a friend, who is married. Call The Midwife star Helen George sparked romance rumours on Tuesday following some cuddly snaps with a mystery man during her Italian holiday The actress, 40, ignited speculation among fans online after sharing a slew of images from her latest getaway, featuring some new faces She responded to one suggestive comment that asked who the man was, with: 'My best friends Ryan and Oliver who are married to each other,' alongside a laughing emoji.

Finding humour in the situation, the actress went on to joke: 'Sadly I�.