Kym Marsh, 48, has gone public with her relationship with 29-year-old co-star Samuel Thomas, sparking concerns from friends about the potential challenges due to their 19-year age gap. Despite her friends' worries about the relationship possibly fizzling out like her previous marriages, Kym appears smitten and defends her romance against social media criticism. Having faced heartbreak in past relationships, Kym's friends express hope that this newfound love will last longer. The couple's affectionate social media posts and public displays of affection indicate a deep connection, with Kym emphasizing unexpected love and Samuel bringing a smile to her face after her recent divorce. Kym's history of failed marriages adds complexity to her friends' concerns about the durability of her latest relationship with Samuel.