CBeebies star Justin Fletcher is said be in a relationship relationship with his co-star who is more than 20 years younger than him but insiders have insisted that the age gap is "not an issue"10:58, 01 Jun 2026CBeebies star Justin Fletcher is said be in a relationship relationship with his co-star who is more than 20 years younger than him.‌The comedian, 55, who is best known for playing Mr. Tumble on the children's programme Something Special, is said to be "madly in love" with Samantha Dorrance, a fellow performer who plays the role Tootsie, his alter-ego's best friend.‌A source said: "Justin and Samantha are madly in love and couldn’t be happier. They are both dedicated performers and bonded over their love of musical theatre."‌According to reports, Samantha has moved into the star's £2.5 million farm house, and the "age gap isn't an issue" for either of them.‌In photos obtained by The Sun, the couple were seen checking into The Mount Country Manor Hotel & Golf in Wolverhampton.An insider added: "Justin and Samantha’s friends are thrilled they have found love with each other. For Justin, Samantha is ‘The One’. Justin was single for a while before he reconnected with Samantha and it went from there. They enjoy a quiet life on the farm when they’re not out performing. The farm is their sanctuary and where they both feel happiest."Friends know about the relationship, as well as their castmates on the tour. It’s wonderful to see Justin so happy. Samantha is the best thing that has ever happened to him."‌Samantha, who was in her late teens when she made her West End debut in Dreamboats and Petticoats, landed the role of Tootsie more than a decade ago.The pair have starred together in pantomime over the years as well, and, when appearing together in a festive production of Cinderella almost two years ago, Samantha captioned a photo: "I couldn’t ask for a better Buttons."‌However, when discussing her private life on social media, Samantha does not refer to her significant other by name.Last year, she wrote on Instagram: "Last year, me and my partner hatched our own chickens I was making breakfast one morning and noticed all the eggs we had been buying from our local honesty box were fertilised. My partner just so happened to have an old incubator, so we dug it out."Justin does not talk much about his private life but, in 2012, he confirmed he was single was so busy with his career but hoped that romance would come along at some point.‌"I’m not married, live alone and have been single for a while now because I’ve been a workaholic filming Something Special, Justin’s House and Gigglebiz," he said at the time."But I do want to free up some time for myself and my family. I’d love to have children, so I need to find someone who likes kids. A couple of kids would be lovely."The Mirror has contacted Justin's representatives for comment.Article continues belowLike this story? For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads.