When Alexandra Christine Scott sat down in the dusty jungle camp of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! on November 18, 2025, she didn’t expect her words to go viral. But when she told fellow contestants Ruby Wax and Shona McGarty, "I will get married to her, just waiting for her to ask, Rubes!" — the internet stopped scrolling. Her girlfriend, Jess Glynne, the Brit Award-winning singer behind hits like 'Hold My Hand' and 'Don't Be So Hard on Yourself,' didn’t waste a single hour. Within hours of the ITV broadcast, Glynne posted a six-word reply on her Instagram Stories: 'I better go get a ring.' The response was instant. Fans erupted. Petitions trended. And suddenly, a quiet moment in the Australian bush became a global pop culture moment.
The Moment That Sparked a Movement
Scott, 41, a former England footballer turned BBC presenter, spoke with raw emotion during the episode, filmed in the dense jungle of New South Wales. She described how Glynne had walked up to her at Chiltern Firehouse, the upscale London hotspot on Chiltern Street, back in 2023. "She just walked up to me… really ballsy and the spark was instant," Scott said, her voice cracking. "Before her, I never knew happiness." The couple went public in March 2024, and this was the longest they’d been apart since meeting — 18 days in the jungle, with no contact beyond a single photo delivered as part of a challenge. That photo? Glynne holding her mother. Scott broke down in tears.
Glynne’s Six Words That Said It All
Glynne’s Instagram reply wasn’t just a tweet. It was a declaration. No emojis. No captions. Just those six words, typed plainly in white text over a blurred photo of a ring box. Fans immediately interpreted it as confirmation: the proposal was coming. One fan wrote on the official I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Instagram page: "Petition for Jess to propose to Alex on the exit bridge." Another added: "This is the most romantic thing I’ve seen all year. No fancy proposal needed — just her saying yes." The timing was perfect. Glynne, who won the Brit Billion Award in 2023 for streaming milestones, has been open about her journey to self-acceptance. In a 2024 interview with PinkNews, she said: "I am in a place where I feel connected to myself, which has allowed me to be really happy in love." That line now feels like a quiet prelude to this moment.
Why This Matters Beyond the Spotlight
It’s easy to dismiss this as reality TV drama. But it’s not. In a media landscape still slow to normalize queer love stories without tragedy or tokenism, Scott and Glynne’s relationship feels different. No scandal. No PR team. Just two women, one a decorated athlete, the other a chart-topping musician, choosing to be vulnerable — and then choosing to commit.
Scott’s visibility as a former professional footballer — a space still dominated by heteronormative narratives — and Glynne’s mainstream success make this a quiet revolution. Their love story isn’t being framed as "brave" or "groundbreaking." It’s just… real. And that’s what’s resonating.
What Happens Next?
Scott is expected to exit the jungle on November 24, 2025. Will Glynne be waiting with a ring? Or is this a setup for a private ceremony later? Sources close to the couple tell The Independent that Glynne has been quietly consulting with a wedding planner since last week — but insists the details remain private. "She wants it to be just them," said one insider. "No cameras. No crowds. Just the two of them and their families." Meanwhile, fans are already speculating about the location. Chiltern Firehouse? A beach in Cornwall? The same spot where they first met? The answer may be simpler than we think: wherever Glynne feels safe enough to say "I do." The other contestants — including Jack Osbourne and rapper Aitch, who famously sang 'Let's Get Ready to Rhumble' while digging through offal in the 'Jungle Doomsday' trial — are now secondary to the real drama unfolding off-camera.
A Relationship Built on Courage
What’s striking isn’t just the proposal tease — it’s the quiet confidence in their bond. Scott didn’t ask for a proposal. She didn’t pressure. She simply said she was waiting. And Glynne didn’t deflect. She didn’t joke. She answered with action. That’s rare. In a world where relationships are performative, theirs feels rooted in authenticity.
It’s also worth noting: this isn’t the first time a reality show has sparked a real-life commitment. But it’s the first time a pop star’s Instagram reply has become a cultural flashpoint without a single press release. No label. No manager. Just two women, a jungle, and a ring.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Alex Scott and Jess Glynne start dating?
The couple began dating in the summer of 2023 and publicly confirmed their relationship in March 2024. They met at Chiltern Firehouse in London, where Glynne approached Scott while she was dining with friends. Their bond deepened quickly, and Scott has since called Glynne the source of her greatest happiness.
Why did Jess Glynne respond with ‘I better go get a ring’?
Glynne’s response was a direct, unfiltered reaction to Scott’s emotional confession on I'm A Celebrity. The six-word reply was intentionally simple — no theatrics, no captions — signaling that she was ready to take the next step. It resonated because it felt genuine, not staged, turning a reality TV moment into a personal promise.
Will the proposal happen on the exit bridge?
While fans are campaigning for a public proposal on the exit bridge, insiders say Glynne prefers privacy. She’s reportedly consulted a wedding planner and plans a quiet ceremony with close family, possibly at Chiltern Firehouse or another meaningful location. The show’s producers have confirmed no proposal will be filmed as part of the broadcast.
How has the public reacted to their relationship?
The response has been overwhelmingly supportive across social media, with LGBTQ+ advocacy groups praising their visibility. Unlike many celebrity couples, Scott and Glynne have avoided media manipulation — their love story unfolded naturally, making it feel more authentic to fans. Over 120,000 likes and 8,000 comments flooded Glynne’s Instagram post within 24 hours.
What’s the significance of Chiltern Firehouse in their story?
Chiltern Firehouse, a luxury restaurant in London’s Marylebone, is where Glynne first approached Scott — an act Scott described as "ballsy" and life-changing. The location symbolizes the spontaneity and boldness of their connection. It’s now become a romantic landmark for fans, with some planning to visit in hopes of catching a glimpse of the couple.
Is this the first time a reality show led to a public marriage proposal?
No — but it’s the first time a pop star’s unscripted Instagram reply became the central moment of a proposal narrative. Previous cases, like Jeremy Kyle’s couples or Love Island engagements, were heavily produced. This one was organic: a confession, a reply, and a promise — all made without a script.