Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo have long been a standout couple in the British reality TV scene. From their beginnings on E4’s Made In Chelsea to their lavish weddings and now co-hosting a podcast together, their relationship has seen both its highs and challenging moments. Here’s a closer look at their relationship journey, their candid confessions about married life, and what lies ahead for this famous duo.
From Reality TV Stars to Real-Life Couple
Jamie Laing, 36, best known as the heir to the McVitie’s fortune and founder of the popular confectionery brand Candy Kittens, first met Sophie Habboo, 30, while both starred in Made In Chelsea. Their relationship officially began in 2019, but fans will remember it wasn’t without turbulence. Early on, during the same year they became exclusive, Jamie admitted to cheating with fellow MIC cast member Rosi Mai Waldon. However, both Jamie and Sophie worked through the betrayal and reconciled, emerging stronger as a couple.
During their time on the show, viewers watched their chemistry unfold, especially during a trip to South Africa, where Jamie confessed to realizing his true feelings for Sophie. However, as Sophie’s close friend Sam Thompson was also Jamie’s close friend and her ex, the dynamic briefly caused some tension within their MIC circle.
Engagement and Two Stunning Weddings
By 2021, Jamie and Sophie had put past issues behind them, announcing their engagement with a sweet Instagram post that read: “WE ARE GETTING MARRIED!!!!!!!!!!!!” Sixteen months later, the couple held two beautiful weddings.
First, they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in London in April 2023. A few months later, they hosted a grand celebration at the Marbella Club in Spain, surrounded by 200 close friends and family. Guests at the Spanish ceremony included MIC alumni like Millie Mackintosh, Ollie Locke, Joshua Patterson, and Sam Thompson’s girlfriend, Zara McDermott.
Sophie, now 30, is known not only for her role on Made In Chelsea but also as a social media personality and entrepreneur. She is also a co-host of the popular podcast, NewlyWeds, which she runs with Jamie.
Married Life: Candid Confessions and Therapy
Since officially becoming husband and wife, the couple has been transparent about the realities of marriage, often sharing humorous yet relatable anecdotes on their podcast. Originally launched as NearlyWeds, the podcast rebranded to NewlyWeds following their wedding.
Recently, Sophie opened up about recurring marital arguments, including Jamie’s habit of jokingly “threatening to leave her” about twice a year. On a podcast episode featuring lie detector results, Sophie shared, “When Jamie’s really angry with me, he’ll come in and go, ‘Sophie – I’m leaving you.'” While Jamie could be heard laughing in the background, Sophie added that this has become a somewhat regular pattern during their most heated arguments.
In another revealing moment, Jamie admitted that his sex drive differs significantly from Sophie’s. He cheekily confessed that he’d like to have sex every day, whereas Sophie jokingly responded that she’d be content with “twice a year.” The light-hearted banter between them has become a fan favorite on their show, where they blend humor and honesty about marriage.
Prioritizing Communication and Counseling
One of the reasons Jamie and Sophie have managed to navigate their ups and downs is their commitment to communication. Jamie revealed that he suggested couples therapy as a proactive step, highlighting that “40 or 50 percent of marriages end in divorce,” and emphasizing the importance of “staying ahead of issues.”
They now attend marriage therapy sessions twice a month. Jamie shared how therapy has given them tools to better understand one another and build empathy. “It makes you basically not become a sociopath and allows you to have another opinion,” he joked during a podcast episode. He added, “You’ve got to communicate forever, otherwise these things boil up.”
Life Beyond Reality TV
Both Sophie and Jamie have moved beyond their Made In Chelsea fame to pursue successful ventures. Jamie’s Candy Kittens brand has grown into a major confectionery company, contributing to his estimated net worth of around £7 million ($8.8 million USD) as of 2025. Beyond business, Jamie has appeared on several UK television programs, including Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Hunted, further expanding his media presence.
Sophie, meanwhile, has become a prominent influencer and podcast host. Her combined earnings from television, brand partnerships, and podcasting place her estimated net worth at approximately £1 million ($1.26 million USD) as of this year.
Overcoming Challenges Together
Despite enduring relationship hurdles, such as the shocking incident when their London flat was burgled while they slept, Sophie and Jamie have consistently shown resilience as a couple. They openly share their struggles and triumphs, offering a refreshingly candid look at married life.
Their dynamic – balancing laughter, occasional tension, and commitment – has resonated with fans. Whether it’s navigating a heated argument or poking fun at their differing libidos, Sophie and Jamie have embraced the imperfections that come with marriage.
What’s Next for the Laings?
With their NewlyWeds podcast continuing to gain traction and both pursuing separate entrepreneurial and media endeavors, Jamie and Sophie show no signs of slowing down. Their shared dedication to strengthening their marriage — both privately and publicly — suggests that despite the occasional playful threat of leaving, this duo is in it for the long haul.
As they continue navigating fame, business, and marriage together, Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo are proving that love, when paired with humor and hard work, can thrive long after reality TV cameras stop rolling.
