Strictly Come Dancing professional Neil Jones and former Love Island star Chyna Mills are married after a small London ceremony that quickly drew attention for both its family photos and its reported absences.
Jones, 44, and Mills, 27, tied the knot on July 1 at Old Marylebone Town Hall, according to Entertainment Daily. The outlet reported that Jones confirmed the news on social media after the couple shared photos from the day.
Their daughter Havana, who was born in October 2023, joined them for the ceremony.
The wedding marks Jones’ second marriage. He was previously married to fellow Strictly professional Katya Jones from 2013 to 2019.
The Wedding Photos Showed a Low-Key London Ceremony
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Jones wore a fitted suit for the ceremony, while Mills wore a white satin Bardot gown. Entertainment Daily reported that the pair chose a low-key setting at Marylebone Town Hall rather than opening the day as a large public celebrity event.
The couple’s wedding post was quickly met with congratulations from friends and Strictly names. Shirley Ballas wrote, “Congratulations to two beautiful humans,” while Zoe Ball added, “Congratulations gorgeous family, hooray for love.”
Former Strictly professional Oti Mabuse also commented, “Crying congratulations,” according to Entertainment Daily. Lauren Oakley called it the “Best day” and added, “Can’t wait for next week!”
Their Daughter Havana Was Part of the Day
Havana’s presence gave the wedding one of its clearest family details. Jones and Mills welcomed their daughter in October 2023 after announcing both their engagement and pregnancy earlier that year.
The couple began dating in 2022, after Mills appeared on Love Island. Jones proposed during a trip to Bali in 2023, and the pair have since shared several public family milestones with Havana.
The wedding photos focused on the couple and their daughter, but the wider coverage soon turned to which members of Jones’ family were reportedly not there.
Reports Claimed Jones’ Parents Were Absent
Entertainment Daily reported that Jones’ parents did not attend the ceremony. The outlet, citing earlier reports, said Jones had not told his mother Helen or sister Terri when or where the wedding was happening, and that relatives were effectively kept away from the day.
The reported absence links back to a public family rift that has been unfolding for months. Mills previously accused Jones’ mother of “bullying, racism, and constant disrespect” and said the tension had affected Havana’s baptism.
“I’ve faced bullying, racism, and constant disrespect from a so-called MIL since the moment I met her,” Mills wrote at the time, according to Entertainment Daily. “This year, I decided enough was enough and gave her the chance to discuss whatever one-sided issue she had of course, I was ignored.”
Mills also said Havana’s baptism had been “a special day” and claimed members of Jones’ family “chose not to attend out of loyalty” to Helen.
Jones’ Sister Pushed Back on Mills’ Claims
Jones’ sister Terri has publicly disputed Mills’ version of events. Entertainment Daily reported that Terri previously told the Daily Mail, “I don’t want to comment at this time. If she wants to spin lies, then look, the truth will come out eventually.”
The Sun reported that Jones and Mills are also expected to hold a larger celebration in Italy. Oakley’s wedding-post comment pointed to more celebrating ahead when she wrote, “Best day, you beautiful people, can’t wait for next week!”