Chelsea Star's Toughest Year: Wedding Amid Liver Battle

Made in Chelsea star Sam Vanderpump, 24, has described 2025 as the "toughest but best year" of his life following his marriage to pregnant co-star Alice Yaxley. The couple exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony last month, with their baby boy due on Valentine's Day.

This significant milestone occurred after Sam endured a severe health crisis in late 2024, beginning with flu that escalated to sepsis, liver, and kidney failure. He has since been diagnosed with irreversible end-stage liver disease and is awaiting a transplant.

Sam expressed deep gratitude to his friends and family for their unwavering support throughout this challenging period, highlighting their role in transforming a difficult year into a special one. The wedding itself was a swift arrangement, planned within four weeks.