Josie Gibson, the 41-year-old This Morning presenter, was spotted holding hands and exchanging flirty glances with Sam Wolfenden, known as the ‘world’s hottest farrier,’ during Ladies Day at the Cheltenham Festival.
Playful Chemistry on Display
The pair sipped champagne and shared giggles as the event unfolded on Thursday. Josie and Sam, both in high spirits, stayed close throughout the day, drawing attention with their evident rapport.
A source close to the situation observed: “Josie and Sam share incredible chemistry. They flirted openly off-camera, with plenty of laughter and comfort between them. They rarely left each other’s side.”
Stylish Appearance and Past Connection
Josie turned heads in a wool trench coat with a chequered collar over a boucle dress, completed with knee-high boots and a half-up, half-down hairstyle.
The two first connected in March 2025 during a This Morning segment where Josie interviewed Sam about his rising online fame. She shared a warm embrace with him on air, admitting she had forgotten her questions amid the fun. Sam explained his video success by saying, “I can express my passion,” before adding playfully, “You don’t see it a lot. I’ve got plenty of jobs in store for you, Josie!”
Sam Wolfenden: Farrier Turned Influencer
At 33, Sam has built a massive following of 657,000 on Instagram by posting about his work as a farrier—trimming hooves, shoeing horses, and addressing equine issues. Fans admire his muscular, tattooed build, handsome features, and passion for animals, crowning him the first major ‘farrier influencer.’
He occasionally shares gym workouts, boosting his appeal further. High-profile fans include Rylan Clark, who commented suggestively on a video of Sam’s arm muscles: “Didn’t think I’d ever be jealous of a horse…. Especially with my teeth.”
Other notable followers encompass filmmaker Taika Waititi, Gemma Collins, Love Island stars Kaz Crossley, Laura Anderson, and Rebecca Gormley, plus rugby player James Haskell.
