Rebecca Loos’ popularity came into sharp focus in 2004 when rumors of an “affair” between her and former England captain David Beckham broke the news.
Rebecca Loos says she has been left with a “big issue” after her explosive affair claims more than two decades ago. The 48-year-old was working as a personal assistant to David Beckham when reports emerged suggesting she was having an “affair” with the footballer.
While the former England captain branded the claims “ludicrous” it launched Rebecca into the spotlight. She subsequently went on to star in a host of reality TV shows, including Celebrity Love Island and The X Factor: Battle of the Stars.
But Rebecca has now been absent from screens since 2008, when she hosted The Podge and Rodge Show on Irish television. She is however now preparing to make a return on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.
She admits her past means she is used to being in the spotlight, although she accepts it has left one lasting impression on her. Speaking to Closer , she said: “I’m a little bit burnt by what I’ve been through, so I have a big issue trusting.
Because it’s so serious, Celeb SAS was a great show for me to return to. And the production team has done absolutely fantastic, both in terms of what they have said the show will be and what they have promised to do.
Rebecca describes the survivalist program as being “very open and honest.” Rebecca and 13 other famous people are put through the most difficult special forces selection course available, which Rebecca and other celebrities have just finished.
Ahead of the show, Rebecca took part in the Celebrity SAS Mirror Room. There Jason Fox and Chris Oliver questioned her motives for being on the show and asked about the “affair”.
Rebecca responded, “It felt unfair that his (Beckham’s) life continued to blossom and continue to be pretty hell.” I’ve been accused of lying. I’ve had my share of opinions throughout my life, and I’ve definitely grown up with thick skin.
“I believe that the general public has since softened, at least based on what I’ve heard, since the Beckham family’s documentary aired a few years ago.” I believe it is because of social media, which is a double-edged sword, and there is a whole new following out there.
Rebecca’s world changed forever in 2003 after David secured a career-defining transfer to Real Madrid. The-then 26-year-old Rebecca was hired to help him settle into his new life in Spain.
The pair were photographed leaving a nightclub together in September that year, and reports of an affair started to spread. Rebecca claimed the pair had been dating for four months when she sold her story to the News of the World in 2004.
The Beckhams, however, refrained from sharing information. David stated in a statement that “my marriage is very happily married.” My wife and my two children are wonderful.
Although David and Victoria never directly sued Rebecca, they settled in a secret agreement in 2006 after bringing defamation claims against the News of the World. The allegations have always been refuted by David.
Source: Mirror
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