Call the Midwife's Helen George and Olly Rix enjoy cosy pub lunch amid dating rumours

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Call The Midwife stars Helen George and Olly Rix stepped out for lunch together amid rumours they are dating.The duo, accompanied by Helen's best friend Ryan Speakman, enjoyed a cosy double date at a pub, enjoying a traditional Sunday roast.

Captured arriving and departing in a taxi, they put on an affectionate display, which included a stroll with Helen's dog before settling into the pub in Kensington, conveniently close to Olly's residence.

Helen was later seen popping out again with her dog for a toilet break before returning to the restaurant. The outing marked a significant milestone for the couple - who are rumoured to be dating, after Olly split from his girlfriend Natasha Fagri after seven years together and Helen separated from her husband, Jack Ashton in the same month.

In a statement at the time of the split, Helen shared: "Some months ago, we separated. Our two beautiful girls remain the focus and I respectfully ask for privacy for this next chapter." A source mentioned that the couple had grown apart, noting: "Helen and Jack’s decision to end their relationship has been amicable, and no one else is involved." Helen and Jack also met on the cast of Call The Midwife, with Jack playing Tom Hereward, who had a love story with Trixie before she ended their relationship.