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      Is Matt Evers married and what is the Dancing On Ice pro’s net worth?

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      MATT Evers is best known for his stint as a professional skater in the popular ITV show Dancing on Ice.But what is there to know about the skater’s life and relationship status off-camera? Here’s everything you need to know.
      Matt was paired with Patsy Palmer for his last season on Dancing On Ice
      Who is Matt Evers?
      Matt was born in St Paul, Minnesota, but grew up in North Dakota.
      The sportsman specialises in ice skating and became famous by winning the Junior pairs title at the 1998 US Championships.
      He then went on to compete in three senior international events, including competitions in Canada and Russia.
      After moving to NYC to pursue his showbiz dreams, he worked on Broadway, modelled and picked up the odd acting job here and there.
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      In 2012, he made his London stage debut when he performed Up4aMeet at The Waterloo East Theatre.
      Matt has also starred in panto performances of Beauty And The Beast and Cinderella.
      He stripped off for All New Monty in 2019.
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      Is Matt Evers married?
      Matt likes to keep his cards close to his chest and does not post much of his private life online, but he is thought to be currently single.
      The US sportsman was married to a woman, but before the 2018 series of Dancing On Ice began, in an issue of Attitude magazine, the skater revealed he is gay.
      Evers stated the reason for coming out was because of the way his late uncle was treated, an openly gay man who passed away from an AIDS-related illness.
      The star mentioned American president Donald Trump as someone who “gave a voice to bullies”.
      He said: “I live my life by example, and I want to show young people that what you feel or how you were born isn’t something bad.”
      What is his net worth?
      Thanks to his stint on Dancing on Ice, panto performance and his work as a model, Matt has amassed an impressive personal fortune.
      He reportedly has an estimated net worth of $ 5 million according to All Famous Birthdays.
      When did Matt Evers join Dancing on Ice?
      Matt joined the team of Dancing On Ice professionals in 2006.
      During his time on the show, he was partnered with a number of famous faces from Doctor Who star Bonnie Langford to Towie’s Gemma Collins.
      He was also part of the show’s first same-sex partnership with Steps member Ian ‘H’ Watkins.
      In 2008 he won the series with Suzanne Shaw and reached the final on a further three occasions.
      Why did Matt Evers quit Dancing On Ice?
      In October 2023, Matt confirmed his exit from the show.
      The American skater announced in a video he posted on his Instagram account, which he said: “Come on, I’ve got something to tell you.
      “I knew this day would come at some point but I won’t be returning to Dancing On Ice this series… After 15 series of the show it was sadly time to hang up the skates for now.
      “I have loved every minute of it (honestly!), I’ve had some incredible partners over the years and we have created some fantastic TV moments.
      “I mean who can forget that fall from Gemma (Collins), or the wardrobe malfunction from Pamela (Anderson). And I was honoured to make history with (Ian ‘H’ Watkins from Steps) as the first ever UK same sex televised partnership.”
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      He continued: “I’ll miss each and everyone on the show, in front and behind the camera – and all of you the fans too. But of course I’ll be watching and commenting – which I can now be totally 100% honest about so watch out – haha.
      He ended his statement by saying he didn’t know what was next but added: “This isn’t goodbye because goodbyes give me anxiety. Let’s just say this is an ‘I’ll see you soon’.” More

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      Who is Ryan Thomas?

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      RYAN THOMAS may be best known for acting roles on Coronation Street and Neighbours but the star also boasts many other TV credits to his name.Thomas has forged a burgeoning career as a reality star over the years and has appeared on a number of high-profile shows, with his latest being ITV’s Dancing On Ice.
      Ryan Thomas and Amani Fancy on Dancing on Ice (Credit: Kieron McCarron/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)
      Who is Ryan Thomas?
      Ryan Thomas is an actor who was born on June 10, 1984.
      He was born in Manchester and, after growing up in the city, went on to star in its home-grown soap Coronation Street.
      Thomas has two famous younger brothers, Adam and Scott,
      Like Ryan, Adam also inherited the acting gene and has played Adam Barton in Emmerdale and Donte Charles on Waterloo Road.
      He has also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and I’m A Celebrity.
      Their other sibling, Adam’s twin Scott, is known by fans for starring in the 2016 series of ITV2’s Love Island, where he found love with now ex-girlfriend Kady McDermott.
      Ryan, Scott and Adam’s father Dougie passed away in November 2020.
      His death came just months after he starred in a documentary with his sons titled Absolutely India: Mancs In Mumbai, .
      In March 2021, Ryan announced he was quitting acting, after having “lost the bug for it and wanted a different experience”.
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      How did Ryan Thomas meet Lucy Mecklenburgh?
      Thomas met and fell for ex-TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh in 2017.
      The couple met when they spent a month battling for survival on the series Celebrity Island With Bear Grylls.
      Speaking to The Mirror in 2022, Lucy revealed that Ryan had pursued her for years beforehand by direct messaging her via social media but she rejected him until she appeared on the show.

      Although Lucy said she is glad the show brought them together, she originally planned to keep their bond strictly professional.
      Ryan, meanwhile, confessed he anticipated an easy sexual conquest.
      Two years after their romance began, Ryan proposed to Lucy during a romantic trip to Italy in June 2019.
      Mecklenburgh confirmed the engagement by sharing a picture from the moment Thomas popped the question in the picturesque Italian resort of Positano on Instagram.
      She wrote: “I said YES” along with a ring emoji.
      In the picture, the couple could be seen smiling with a nighttime view of the Amalfi Coast behind them as Lucy showed off her glittering engagement ring.
      How many children does Ryan Thomas have?
      Thomas has three children – a son and two daughters.
      The actor is a parent to daughter Scarlett, born October 26, 2008, from his previous relationship with Tina O’Brien.
      Ryan then welcomed a baby boy – Roman Ravello Thomas – with Lucy on March 7, 2020.
      Shortly after the baby boy’s arrival Ryan gushed over Lucy’s parenting, saying: “Lucy has been a supermum.
      “There is no rule book about being a mother and I think it has been a day-to-day challenge and she has dealt with it all amazingly, I’m super proud of her.”
      On May 31, 2022, it was revealed that Lucy had given birth to their second child, a girl the couple named Lilah Rae.
      Which TV shows has Ryan Thomas appeared in?
      Ryan is perhaps best known for his role on Coronation Street.
      He made his on-screen debut on the soap as Jason Grimshaw in December 2000.
      Thomas took a brief diversion from life on the cobbles in 2012 for the spin-off show Corrie Goes To Kenya, in which he teamed up with on-screen mum Sue Cleaver (Eileen Grimshaw) and former co-stars Brooke Vincent (Sophie Webster) as well as Ben Price (Nick Tilsley).
      In June 2016, Ryan left Coronation Street after nearly sixteen years.
      The following year, he joined the cast of the soap opera Neighbours as Rafael Humphreys.
      In August 2018, Ryan took part in the 22nd series of Celebrity Big Brother and was crowned the winner.
      During his time on the show, he found himself at the centre of the infamous Roxanne Pallett “punch-gate” which saw the actress accuse him of punching her.
      The incident sparked over 11,000 complaints to Ofcom.
      In May 2022 Ryan took part in ITV competition The Games and was runner-up behind Wes Nelson, and in August 2022 he took part in Celebrity MasterChef.
      In late 2023 Ryan was confirmed for the cast of Dancing On Ice 2024.
      He was later paired with one of the show’s new professional skaters, Amani Fancy.
      The duo made their first appearance on the competition when it returned to screens on January 14. More

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      Who is Susan Calman and is she married?

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      SUSAN Calman is a Scottish comedian who has appeared on several popular television such as Strictly Come Dancing.Here’s everything you need to know about the Glasgow-born star.
      Comedian Susan Calman has hosted BBC2 show Great British Menu
      Who is Susan Calman?
      Susan Calman is a Scottish comedian famous for her work on a series of prolific TV and radio panel shows.
      She stands at four feet 11 inches tall.
      The star originally followed in her parent’s footsteps and received an honorary degree from the University of Glasgow and worked in law for seven years.
      She used to be a corporate lawyer but was dissatisfied with her career and decided to pursue comedy instead at the age of 30.
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      Susan has made appearances on Radio 4, The News Quiz, Now Show, and So Wrong It’s Right, among others.
      She has hosted Woman’s House and Listomania.
      As a TV panellist, she has been part of shows like Have I Got News For You, Mock The Week, QI, Pointless Celebrities, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, and Would I Lie To You.
      In 2017, she competed on the 15th series of Strictly Come Dancing, reaching the 10th week before elimination.
      Beyond panel shows, Susan has showcased her stand-up skills at the Edinburgh Fringe and had a minor role in the sitcom Fresh Meat.
      She’s been a familiar face on children’s TV, presenting CBBC’s Extreme School, providing the voiceover for Disaster Chefs, and appearing as a panellist on The Dog Ate My Homework.
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      She has further expanded her presence as a television presenter, hosting Channel 5’s Secret Scotland and The Great British Menu on BBC Two in 2020.
      Susan is also an accomplished author, with her first book, “Cheer Up Love: Adventures in Depression with the Crab of Hate,” published in May 2016.
      Away from her TV, she is recognised for her work in rescuing cats.
      In her column called ‘Naming a pet is serious’ for Good Housekeeping in 2018, she wrote: “Over the past 20 years I’ve adopted a series of rescue cats
      “I always take in the little angels with health problems or the ones that other people turn down because they’re a bit anxious or odd.
      “It makes the process of finding their nomenclature even more important because they’re all so special in their own way.”
      The Susan Calman website confirms that the Scottish comedian has five cats.
      On her X (formerly Twitter) account, she writes: “We have 5 rescue cats. Pickle, Dr Abigail Bartlet, Olivia Pope, Daisy Fay Harper and DCI Jane Tennison.
      “The Calman Home for Wayward Girls.”
      Is Susan Calman married and how many children does she have?
      Susan first met her wife, Lee Cormack, a fellow lawyer, in 2002.
      The pair first met in 2002 and entered into a civil partnership in 2012.
      The couple live in Glasgow.
      Speaking about their wedding and civil partnership ceremony, Susan said: “They were two of the happiest days of my life.
      “And, yes, being married does make a difference.
      “I don’t like it when people say it’s just a bit of paper. Not to me it isn’t.
      “And anyway, it’s something gay people fought for over many years.”
      The couple do not have any children.
      Susan came out as a lesbian at the age of 19 in 1993.
      What is Susan Calman’s net worth?
      Susan’s net worth is reportedly a whopping £57m, according to celebstrendingnow.com.
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      She has earned her money from a successful career as a comedian and from regular TV appearances.
      Before becoming a comedian at the age of 30, Susan was an accomplished lawyer on a decent salary. More

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      Who is Dancing On Ice pro Klabera Komini?

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      MUCH to the delight of fans, Dancing On Ice has returned to screens as a whole host of brand new celebrities don their skates and take to the ice.Sadly, not all of the professional skaters are returning in 2024. One familiar face missing out on the latest Dancing On Ice action is pro skater and fitness trainer Klabera Komini.
      Klabera Komini is a Dancing On Ice pro – seen here with her 2023 celebrity partner Siva KaneswaranCredit: Rex
      Who is Dancing On Ice pro Klabera Komini?
      Klabera Komini, born November 28, 1993, first shot to fame when she joined Dancing On Ice as a professional skater back in 2021.
      As a professional skater, Klabera has travelled the world performing in a number of ice shows, including performing on international cruise ships, amusement parks, and TV shows.
      She was also crowned the winner of Dancing On Ice in Holland in 2020.
      As well as skating, Klabera is an F45 fitness trainer.
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      On January 9, 2024, the first official pictures of the Dancing On Ice line up were revealed – however, one noticeable change was the pro skater line-up.
      The pro skater line-up is different this year after the exit of a few famous faces.
      The pro skaters in 2024 are Vanessa Bauer, Brendyn Hatfield, Slyvain Longchambon, Colin Grafton, Robin Johnstone, Andy Buchanan, Mark Hanretty, Annette Dytrt, Vanessa James, and Vicky Ogden.
      Simon Senecal and Amani Fancy have joined the show following Matt Evers departure. 
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      Klabera Komini, Alexandra Schauman, Olivia Smart, and Lukasz Rozycki will all not be returning.
      Klabera’s first partner on Dancing On Ice in 2021, was Olympic athlete Colin Jackson.
      Following a break in 2022, during the 2023 series the professional skater was partnered with The Wanted star Siva Kaneswaran.
      Is Klabera Komini on social media?
      Like many Dancing On Ice professional skaters, Klabera Komini is an active user of social media.
      As of January 2024, the professional skater boasts over 230,000 followers on the social media platform Instagram – where she regularly shares skating snaps and images on the ice.
      When is Dancing On Ice on TV?
      For the brand new 2024 series, the popular skating show returned to screens on January 14, on ITV.
      Following the series debut, the show will air weekly, however, all episodes will also be available for catch up on ITVX shortly after they have been broadcast.
      A total of 12 star-studded celebrities will perform alongside professional ice skating dancers in a bid to be crowned the winner of the latest series.
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      ITV has attracted a diverse cast of sport legends and reality TV stars – and even a 90s pop icon – to take part in the popular television show, hosted by Stephen Mulhern and Holly Willoughby.
      Ice royalty Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean will also resume their roles as head judges on the panel alongside dancers Ashley Banjo and Oti Mabuse.  More

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      Who is Gladiators star The Giant? All about Jamie Christian-Johal

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      A brand new BBC reboot of the iconic 90’s show Gladiators is heading to screens.With the return of the programme comes a whole host of Gladiators who are ‘’ready for action’’ – one of which is Jamie ‘The Giant’ Christian-Johal.
      Jamie Christian-Johal pictured on This MorningCredit: Rex
      Who is Jamie Christian-Johal?
      Jamie Christian-Johal is a former firefighter-turned bodybuilder, who hails from Derbyshire.
      He served for Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service for seven years and has been competing as a bodybuilder since 2009.
      Standing at over 6ft, he made history by becoming one of the all-time tallest bodybuilders – and as a result, earned the name The Giant.
      Described as a “gentle giant from the Midlands”, he has competed across the globe against some of the best in the field.
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      The bodybuilder turned pro after winning the 2018 Amateur Olympia in San Marino, Italy.
      He came in fourth at the 2020 British Grand Prix, and competed twice in 2021, finishing in ninth at the Puerto Rico Pro and eighth at the 2021 Arnold Classic UK.
      In 2022, Jamie finished in fourth place at the 2022 Yamamoto Nutrition Pro, in sixth place at the 2022 Arnold Classic UK, and in fifth place at the 2022 Legion Sports Fest Pro.
      The following year in 2023, the bodybuilder was unveiled as one of the new Gladiators – a show he is “honoured” to be part of.
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      As of January 2024, Jamie, aka The Giant, boasts an impressive 140,000 followers on the social media platform Instagram – where he regularly shares fitness snaps.
      Aside from his career success, Jamie Christian-Johal is married to wife Katie.
      What height is Jamie Christian-Johal?
      Johal has been nicknamed “The Giant” as he stands at a staggering 6 feet 5 inches.
      He is the tallest professional in open-class bodybuilding in the world.
      On joining TV show Gladiators he said: “I’ll be bringing my GIANT stature and personality so contenders better come prepared!”
      How many calories does Jamie Christian-Johal eat a day?
      In 2020, during an interview with SunSport, the former fireman revealed exactly what his daily diet entails.
      Johal told of how he consumes 6,400 calories per day – which is over three times the recommended amount for an adult male.
      He sticks to a staple diet from day to day which includes oats, turkey, salmon, pasta and rice – and even manages to squeeze in a cheeky burger and oven chips of an evening.
      However, some days he likes to treat himself to a protein-packed omelette with dark chocolate, ketchup and mustard on top.
      He told SunSport: ‘’I call it the half and half because variety is the spice of life.
      “This morning I had an omelette, but I couldn’t decide what I wanted on top.
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      “So on one half I had ketchup and mustard, but on the other half I had dark chocolate.”
      The Giant’s food bill sets him back an eye-watering £300-per-week – and he pays his wife, Katie, £500-per-month to cook his meals for him. More

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      Who is Ben Fogle’s wife Marina Hunt?

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      BEN Fogle is known for his adventures which take him across the globe.But when he’s not hiking up Mount Everest, or trekking to the North Pole, his greatest pleasure lies in being at home with his wife, Marina Fogle.
      Ben and his family in MallorcaCredit: Marina Fogle
      Who is Ben Fogle’s wife Marina?
      Marina Fogle is the co-founder of The Bump Class, which prepares mums-to-be for their labour journey, with her sister Dr Chiara Hunt.
      The Austrian also has a podcast with her sister called The Parent Hood.
      The business savvy sisters are the authors behind The Bump Class: An Expert Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond, which was released in 2016.
      Marina and Ben moved out of their West London home into a period cottage in leafy Henley-on-Thames with their young children.
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      When did Ben Fogle and Marina Hunt start dating?
      Ben met Marina for the first time while they walked their dogs together in Hyde Park and the rest is history.
      Since meeting, the couple have enjoyed a private marriage and keep their personal matters out of the spotlight.
      However, as The Daily Mail previously reported, Marina has shared how she and Ben often bicker over the dishwasher, which he doesn’t load very well.
      She said: “There will be pans with plates on top, facing the wrong way. And he even drops knives in point-up, risking serious bodily harm to the poor person who unloads them.
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      “He seems to think of the dishwasher as a magical box that will miraculously deliver clean plates even if it’s stacked any old how.”How many children do they have?
      Marina and Ben share two children: Ludovic Herbert Richard, born in 2009 and Iona, born in 2011.
      Sadly, in 2014 their son Willem was stillborn after an acute placental abruption meant that he was starved of oxygen.
      Ben shared how Marina came “within 20 minutes of dying” whilst she was in labour.
      The couple revealed how they went counselling following the tragedy, before deciding to not try for any more kids.
      Marina has also shared the couple’s approach to body positivity.
      She said in her podcast: “I’ve never been shy about my body, and Ben and I enjoy piling in to the bath with our children.
      “I’ve never been prudish about them seeing me naked, and they certainly aren’t fazed by it. However, as Ludo matures emotionally and physically, I have wondered whether I ought to reconsider our blasé attitude to nudity.
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      “I heave a sigh of relief that my imperfect body – caesarean-scarred and stretch-marked, and with breasts that bear the hallmarks of two well-fed babies – is still serving to give my children a healthy view of what a normal body looks like in a world of Instagram filters.
      “If my years of parenting have taught me anything, it’s that honesty, although not always easy, is your friend.” More

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      Love Island past winners: Who won the show from 2015 to 2023 and which couples are still together?

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      LOVE Island has become a firm favourite amongst fans since it kicked off in 2015.The ITV2 reality show sees a batch of sexy singletons all hoping to ‘couple up’ in a bid to take home the £50K prize.

      Sammy Root and Jess Harding are the reigning Love Island champsCredit: REX
      Who has won Love Island?
      2023 summer – Sammy Root and Jess Harding
      The reigning champs are Jess Harding and Sammy Root, who won the summer 2023 Love Island.
      The couple made it to the final two, beating the bookies’ favourites Whitney Adebayo and Lochan Nowacki.
      The couple’s win came as a huge shock, even to them, after they were voted the least compatible pair in the villa by their fellow islanders.
      Addressing their ups and downs Jess told host Maya Jama: “I feel like the road I have been on is so unexpected, but we’re here now.

      “When we got voted least compatible couple, I feel like that was a kick in the teeth, I knew what we had was special.”
      Relationship status: In October 2023, it was revealed that the couple had split up.
      2023 winter – Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan
      Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan won the show in winter 2023
      The first series of 2023 saw Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan crowned Love Island winners in South Africa.
      After host Maya revealed the result of the public vote, the emotional couple couldn’t believe their luck as they shared a sweet embrace. Ron Hall and Lana Jenkins came behind the duo in second place.
      Speaking about his first impressions of Sanam, Kai told Maya during the finale: “Literally she blew me away straight away.”
      While Sanam added: “For me, it was always Kai. I always said he was my number one.”
      Relationship status: Still together.

      2022 – Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu
      Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Culculoglu won in 2022Credit: Rex
      Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu’s time in the villa was anything but a smooth ride, but they managed to win the public’s hearts – and the ITV2 reality show.
      The pair were crowned champs and took how the £50K. Ekin said: “It feels so surreal finding the man of your dreams and just growing.”
      On what she liked most about Davide, she added: “Apart from the perfect body, I would definitely say there was an instant spark and a genuine butterfly feeling.” She summed up their relationship as “absolutely bonkers”.
      The couple have had an on/off relationship but remain together.
      Relationship status: Still together.
      2021 – Liam Reardon and Millie Court
      Millie Court and Liam Reardon scooped the crown in 2021Credit: Rex
      The couple were hot favourites leading into the final despite their relationship being on the rocks throughout the entirety of series 7  – although they did come on strong towards the final week and were announced winners of Love Island 2021.
      Liam’s head was turned in Casa Amor when bombshell Lillie Haynes entered the villa – however after pleading with Millie in countless occasions, Millie decided to stay loyal with her man.
      Relationship status: The couple announced they had split in July 2022, less than a year after winning the show.
      2020 – Paige Turley and Finn Tapp
      Paige Turley and Finn Tapp were the Love Island 2020 winter winnersCredit: ITV
      The couple were announced as the winners of 2020 after falling in love on the show.
      The pair beat runners-up Luke Trotman and Siânnise Fudge to win the show.
      The pair stuck together throughout the show and didn’t have their heads turned once.
      Relationship status: Sadly after over three years together, the couple split in April 2023.
      2019 – Greg O’Shea and Amber Gill
      Greg O’Shea and Amber Gill won Love Island 2019Credit: Rex Features
      The professional rugby player and the beauty therapist were crowned the winners of series five choosing to split the £50,000 prize.
      Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague were the runners up followed by third place Ovie Soko and India Reynolds, and Curtis Pritchard and Maura Higgins in fourth place.
      Relationship status: Unfortunately the couple split via text just five weeks after receiving the prize.
      2018 – Jack Fincham and Dani Dyer
      Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham met on Love Island over the summer and were an instant hitCredit: Rex Features
      The couple won Love Island 2018 – as well as the hearts of the public.
      But despite seeming to be the perfect match they called off their union in April 2019.
      Relationship status: Jack revealed he and Dani had split just months after rekindling their relationship.
      2017 – Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies
      The 2017 winners Kem and Amber only lasted 132 days before calling it a dayCredit: ITV
      Kem and Amber had lots of ups and downs in the villa but went on to win the show.
      Since winning Love Island have both earned a fortune.
      Amber headed to the West End to star in musical 9 to 5, while Kem has turned to TV presenting.
      Relationship status: Kem and Amber split after just 132 days of dating after a string of rows – despite saying they might get married.
      2016 – Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde
      Parents Nathan and Cara have rekindled their romance and now have a babyCredit: ITV
      The winners from 2016 had a brief seven month split in 2017 but reunited a few weeks before Cara was due to give birth.
      They welcomed their first child Freddie-George in December 2017 followed by daughter Delilah in 2020.
      Relationship status: The couple are married.
      2015 – Jessica Hayes and Max Morley
      Jessica and Max pied their relationship after leaving the showCredit: ITV
      Despite poor Jess being Max’s second choice on the show, they did win – but they didn’t last as a couple.
      Max went on to date Charlotte Crosby but ended their fling after she was caught on Snapchat kissing ex-boyfriend Gary Beadle on a boozy night out.
      He bounced back quickly and started dating the then Miss Great Britain, 2016’s Zara Holland.
      Max also had an on-off romance with 2018 runner-up Laura Anderson.
      Relationship status: The first winners of the reboot of the show split just six weeks after leaving the villa.
      Who has won Celebrity Love Island?
      2005 – Jayne Middlemiss and Fran Cosgrave
      Jayne Middlemiss and Fran Cosgrave won the first ever Love IslandCredit: Rex Features
      During the celebrity version of Love Island, Fran Cosgrave stayed away from most of the drama but entertained audiences with his easy-going nature.
      He went on to win the show with Jayne Middlemiss
      They didn’t stay together after the show as they were put together by the public.
      2006 – Bianca Gascoigne and Calum Best
      Bianca Gascoigne and Calum Best scooped the crown in 2006Credit: Rex Features
      Again these two were voted together by the public.
      But after a few public appearances together after the show, the reality TV veterans didn’t stay together.
      Calum and Bianca were reunited when they both appeared on Celebrity Big Brother in 2017. More

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      Who is Love Island All Stars’ Georgia Steel?

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      LOVE Island legend Georgia Steel has become a familiar face on TV since her summer stint.Now the brunette beauty is returning to screens once more as one of the contestants on the highly-anticipated spin-off series, Love Island All Stars, in a bid to find love once more.
      Georgia Steel starred on Love IslandCredit: Splash
      Who is Love Island All Stars’ Georgia Steel?
      Georgia Steel, born March 28, 1998, in Thirsk, South Yorkshire, is a TV personality, social media influencer, and model, who entered the Love Island villa as a bombshell – just four days into the fourth series.
      She was just 20-years-old when she made her Love Island debut.
      After finding fame on the ITV2 show, Georgia went on to work with a number of popular brands, including McDonald’s, Boux Avenue, and The Ordinary.
      The Love Island star has also collaborated on her own collections with brands such as Missy Empire, I Saw It First, Trend Studio, and Nikki Intimates.
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      Aside from her work in TV, according to her official Instagram account, Georgia is also an ambassador for the brand Fashion Nova, as well as being an ambassador for the British Dyslexia Association.
      What year was Georgia Steel on Love Island?
      In 2018, Georgia Steel joined a number of sexy singletons searching for love on Love Island.
      She entered the villa on day four of the series as one of the show’s bombshells, and instantly coupled up with Niall Aslam.
      While in the villa, Georgia later coupled up with Josh Denzel, however, she was left heartbroken after he brought back Kaz Crossley following the show’s iconic Casa Amor twist.
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      Georgia then went on to find love with fellow islander Sam Bird and the pair even left the show together – but later made the decision to go their separate ways.
      While on Love Island, the star’s iconic saying ‘’I’m loyal’’ became the quote of the season.
      Following her first Love Island stint, Georgia is returning to search for romance once more – this time as an All Star.
      When asked why she is returning to the iconic villa, she said: ”I’m 25, I have a house, a cat, a nice car – I have everything in life but a boyfriend, so why not give it as go.”
      Revealing why the villa is the perfect place to find love, the brunette beauty added: ”I feel like going in this time it’ll be nice because we have all gone through similar experiences, I think that’ll create an instant connection.”
      Who has Georgia Steel dated?
      Following her split from Sam Bird, in April 2019, the Love Island star was snapped with footballer Medi Abalimba.
      The pair embarked on a six-week whirlwind romance before going their separate ways.
      Following this, Georgia dated Ibiza Weekender star, Callum Izzard.
      The pair met while filming MTV’s spin-off show Ex on the Beach: Peak of Love and got engaged just one month later.
      After the show, the pair remained together for several months before deciding to call it quits.
      Aside from the above, Georgia was also romantically linked to Leeds United footballer Tyler Roberts in 2021.
      Is Georgia Steel on social media?
      Like many of her co-stars, Georgia Steel is an active user of social media.
      Fans of the Love Island alumni can find her on Instagram, where she boasts a staggering 1.5 million followers as of January 2024.
      Aside from Instagram, Georgia is also an active user of the social media platform TikTok – where she shares clips and content with 316.7K followers.
      What other TV shows has Georgia Steel appeared on?
      Following her Love Island appearance, Georgia has since starred in a number of television titles.
      She has since made appearances in various reality television series, including Celebs on the Ranch, Celebs Go Dating, Celebrity Coach Trip, Ex on the Beach: Peak of Love, and Love Island Games.
      Love Island starts at 9pm Monday 15th January on ITV1, ITV2, ITVX & STV. More