Mystery as close family member is missing from Marnie Simpson’s lavish wedding

MARNIE Simpson’s fans were left baffled as they spotted a key person was missing from her wedding to Casey Johnson.

The Geordie Shore star, 31, tied the knot with Casey a couple of weeks ago – but his brother’s girlfriend didn’t attend.

Ex On The Beach star Chet was by his brother’s side for the big day, but Helen Briggs was nowhere to be seen – sparking concern amongst their followers.

A rep for Marnie explained Helen’s absence, saying: “Helen was invited to Marnie and Casey’s wedding but couldn’t make it as she has no childcare.

“Helen really wanted to come and the couple were gutted she couldn’t make it.”

Chet was a big part of the day and was even asked to make a speech in front of the 100 or so guests.

He said of the wedding: “What an amazing day this was, I will never forget it.”

Chet and Helen, who share three children, are huge social media stars in their own right and at one point were very close to Marnie and Casey.

However, last year Marnie revealed their friendship had crumbled, saying: “We’re just very different people, and have absolutely nothing in common.”

Marnie, who is mum to Rox, three, and Oax, 10 months, and Casey were joined by their families and Geordie Shore pals – Charlotte Crosby, Holly Hagan, Nathan Henry and Sophie Kasaei – at the beautiful Bassmead Manor Barns, Cambs.

Speaking about the big day, Marnie told OK!: “I saw Casey and my friends and family and I felt at ease.”

While the groom said: “Marnie walking down the aisle is a once-in-a-lifetime experience – I’ll never forget that feeling. I was focused on her, it felt like no one else was there. It was incredible.”