Tina Malone engaged to boyfriend?

Tina Malone is reportedly engaged to her boyfriend.

The People claims that fitness instructor Paul Chase, 28, popped the question less than a year after meeting the Shameless star.

Malone, 46, allegedly said: "Yes, it's true. I can't say much more than that, but I'm happier than I've ever been."

Chase, who reportedly proposed at New Year, met the former Celebrity Big Brother contestant at a weight-loss course, where he was the trainer.

"They're made for each other and Tina's over the moon," a source said. "When they first got together there were worries it wouldn't last because of the age gap but they've proved all the doubters wrong. The wedding is going to be a party to remember."

Malone and Chase are expected to officially announce their engagement later this week.