Ronnie O'Sullivan Marries Laila Rouass in Quiet London Ceremony After Rekindling Romance

Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan has married actress Laila Rouass in a private, low-key ceremony in East London, marking a new chapter for the couple who reconciled following a brief split in 2022.

The surprise wedding took place earlier this week at Shadwell Town Hall. No prior announcement was made, and the news only became public when Tower Hamlets Council formally recorded the marriage.

What We Know About the Ceremony

O'Sullivan, 48, and Rouass, 53, have been together for more than a decade. They got engaged in 2013 and have experienced both highs and lows in their long-term relationship. Despite a public break-up just two years ago, they quietly rekindled their romance and have now officially tied the knot.

The ceremony was deliberately understated. No photographers, no celebrity guests, and no red carpet—just the couple, a few close witnesses, and a council registrar. Although a notice of marriage had been posted beforehand, it attracted little attention until after the event.

Why Fans Didn't See It Coming

The couple, both public figures, chose to keep the event private, which surprised many fans. Some had expected a more high-profile celebration or at least social updates on Instagram. Instead, they opted for a ceremony that reflected their current values: calm, personal, and away from the spotlight.

Rouass has previously described their relationship as having become 'calmer' in recent years. She has spoken about growth, improved communication, and letting go of the pressure to put on a public show. Their quiet wedding mirrors this evolution.

From Break-Up to Marriage

The couple first met in 2012 and announced their engagement the following year. Though they never rushed to marry, they remained close for nearly a decade. In 2022, Rouass confirmed they had split, calling it 'a tough time', but they soon found their way back to each other.

Since reconciling, both have kept their relationship largely out of the public eye. Rouass occasionally engages with fans online, while O'Sullivan has focused on his snooker career.

What's Next

O'Sullivan continues to compete at the highest level in professional snooker. Rouass has hinted at returning to television and remains active in charitable work. Although the wedding was low-key, it signals a fresh start—one defined by privacy and authenticity.

Fans React to the News

Online reactions have been warm and supportive. 'Took their time, but they made it,' one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter). Others praised their decision to marry without fanfare. Rouass shared a few reposts of congratulatory messages, quietly confirming the happy news without further comment.