The Duke and Duchess of Westminster, who are close friends with William and Harry, have shared the name they have given their newborn daughter
Hugh Grosvenor, a close friend of both the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex, has welcomed his first child(Image: Getty Images)
Prince William and Harry ’s billionaire friend has announced the birth of a baby daughter, sharing the sweet name they have given the newborn. Hugh Grosvenor and Olivia Henson, also known as the Duke and Duchess of Westminster, welcomed the tiny tot and announced that the little girl’s name is Cosima Florence Grosvenor.
After revaling they were expecting their first child back in March, the couple announced the birth of their daughter in a statement, saying the baby was born in London, adding: “Both the Duchess and Cosima are doing well. The Duke and Duchess now look forward to spending this special time together as a family.”
The Duke and Duchess of Westminster have welcomed their first child(Image: PA)
Cosima is of Greek and Italian origin. The name carries a beautiful, elegant meaning and is derived from the Greek word kosmos (κόσμος), which means order, harmony, or the universe.
Billionaire aristocrat Hugh Grosvenor and his wife Olivia married last year, after they met in 2021. The duke, one of the UK’s biggest landowners, is a close friend of both the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex, and godfather to Prince George and also reportedly to Prince Archie.
William acted as an usher at the Duke’s wedding in Chester Cathedral in June last year but Harry mutually agreed with the groom he would not attend amid his long-running rift with his brother.
When the couple tied the knot, Olivia became the new Duchess of Westminster, which, in turn, garnered attention on any titles their children would inherit . As it stood when they wed, any offspring would be affected by a centuries-old rule that also led to Hugh inheriting the immense Grosvenor fortune, estimated at £10bn.
Peerages only pass down the male line (known as male primogeniture), which means that the peerage can only be inherited by a male relative.
Hugh with pal Prince William (Image: Getty Images)
Therefore, the Duke and Duchess’s new daughter, under the current laws, will not be entitled to inherit the Westminster title, nor the family fortune and estate that goes with it.
Instead, she will be styled as Lady, and if they have any more children, with one being a son, they would be known as Earl Grosvenor until he inherits the dukedom.
The same rule also directly impacted Hugh, who has two older sisters, Lady Tamara and Lady Edwina Grosvenor. When their father, Gerald Grosvenor, 6th Duke of Westminster, died in 2016, the family title went to Hugh, his third child and only son.
Hugh, who was once considered one of England’s most eligible bachelors, became a billionaire when he inherited his title and control of the historic Grosvenor Estate aged 25, following the death of his father from a heart attack in 2016.
His property company, Grosvenor Group, owns hundreds of acres of land in Mayfair and Belgravia, as well as major city centre developments such as Liverpool’s One shopping centre.
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In 2020, the duke donated £12.5 million to the UK’s Covid-19 relief effort including funds for NHS Charities Together and for medical research and development.
As Rebecca Loos makes her TV comeback on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, the Mirror takes a look at what the media personality’s life looks like now, more than 20 years after ‘Pig-gate’
Rebecca Loos is making her TV comeback on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins(Image: Channel 4)
Back in 2004, Rebecca Loos made headlines after making allegations that threatened to rock the marriage of the ’00s golden couple, David and Victoria Beckham.
Rebecca, now 48, briefly worked as football icon David’s personal assistant in 2003 following his high-profile transfer to Real Madrid.
In an interview given to the now-defunct News of the World, the Madrid-born former glamour model claimed she and David had embarked on a steamy night of passion behind Victoria’s back.
The Beckhams dismissed these claims as “ludicrous”, while Rebecca used her newfound platform to launch a reality TV career.
Perhaps most notably, the media personality made an appearance on Channel 5’s controversial 2004 offering The Farm.
After selling her story to the News of the World, Rebecca launched a career as a reality star – with some controversial moments along the way(Image: FilmMagic)
Slammed as “morbid and sordid” by the RSPCA, the divisive show followed celebs as they competed for the title of “Top Farmer”, with challenges centred around agriculture and livestock rearing.
Rebecca, who came in third place behind Jeff Brazier and Vanilla Ice, provided what was arguably the most memorable moment of the first series. Wearing rubber gloves, Rebecca was seen pleasuring a boar to extract semen, in scenes that sparked a flurry of Ofcom complaints.
While some viewers argued that the act was “akin to bestiality”, as per the Manchester Evening News, Ofcom ultimately ruled that the incident had not been “degrading or harmful to the boar”, clearing Channel Five of breaching taste and decency.
Although the memory of ‘pig-gate’ still lingers in public consciousness, Rebecca’s life has changed in many ways since her days as a darling of the reality TV circuit.
The former glamour model has now found love with her doctor husband Sven(Image: Instagram/rebeccaloosofficial)
Indeed, Rebecca bowed out of the spotlight not long after her whirlwind ascent to fame and now lives a much quieter life in the picturesque hamlet of Hemsedal in the mountains of Norway.
It’s here where former Playboy model Rebecca has found happiness with her husband, Sven Christjar Skaiaa, a Norwegian doctor she met while shooting the 2008 reality TV series 71 Degrees North.
While Rebecca appeared in front of the camera, Sven was working behind the scenes as a medic. Despite appearing to come from very different worlds, sparks soon flew, and it wasn’t long until Rebecca realised she’d found the one.
The mum of two enjoys an outdoorsy life in a remote, mountainous area of Norway(Image: Instagram/Rebecca Loos)
The following February, Rebecca announced that she and Sven were expecting a baby, telling Spanish gossip programme ‘Esta Pasando’:”I wasn’t planning on having a child. It was an accident. But the child will be very welcome and very loved.”
She continued: “He is not well-known. He’s Norwegian. We met after the summer in Norway, and he’s a doctor. We’re both delighted with the pregnancy. He wasn’t a fling, he’s my boyfriend, and I hope to spend the rest of my life with him.”
Noting that change was on the horizon, Rebecca then vowed: “Becoming a mother will change everything. My years as a crazy, single woman are over.”
Having now turned her back on the spotlight, Rebecca rarely makes media appearances
Rebecca and Sven, who tied the knot in a small ceremony in 2012, set off for a new life in Hemsedal, in southern Norway’s Buskerud county, where they raise their two sons in the remote “Scandinavian Alps”.
A far cry from the media buzz of London, Rebecca’s idyllic-looking home is a three-hour drive from the nearest airport and a two-hour drive to the closest hospital.
However, she doesn’t seem to miss the conveniences of city life one bit. and, in a previous interview with the MailOnline, she claimed to have “no regrets”.
She’s swapped a life of fame for a more peaceful career as a yoga teacher
Mum of two Rebecca revealed: “I am so happy. I have no regrets. “People said I was mad, who was this guy? I hardly knew him, what on earth was I doing? But look at everything I have now. I am so happy with my life now. Many people are so afraid of change.
“Change is good, change is how you learn, people should just f***ing go for it. I like the way my life has taken me. If I hadn’t been famous, I would not have been invited on the TV show where I met my husband, Sven, and had my lovely boys. I would not have had the life I have now. I took a lot of wrong decisions and got talked into a lot of things.”
Nowadays, Rebecca works as a yoga teacher and massage therapist, and only ever makes a handful of media appearances. Information on Rebecca’s official website offers a little insight into her huge career change.
She claims to have ‘no regrets’(Image: rebecca.loos/Instagram)
According to this website: “In 2009, life led Rebecca to the picturesque landscapes of Hemsedal, Norway. This move marked a significant shift in her journey, as she embraced a new way of living that prioritised connection to nature, family, and personal growth.
“While adjusting to a new language and community, she completed a rigorous three-year education to become a certified Medical Assistant in 2011. This background not only solidified her medical knowledge but also deepened her appreciation for holistic health.
“Following the birth of her second child in 2012, Rebecca’s yoga practice evolved beyond its initial physical focus. She embarked on a deeper exploration of Ashtanga yoga, experiencing firsthand how the practice revealed hidden layers of resilience, presence, and joy. Each session became an opportunity for self-discovery and reflection, enhancing her commitment to share this journey with others.”
Celebrity SAS star Rebecca was initially ‘nervous and apprehensive’ about her TV comeback
Now Rebecca has emerged from her idyll to participate in Celebrity SAS, where she’s faced a grilling over her accusations about the Beckhams.
When quizzed by Jason Fox and Chris Oliver in the show’s Mirror Room, Rebecca discussed the motivation behind her TV comeback, admitting: “I just wanted to show people who I am and just be myself, which has always been my thing. And I just went in it with a very open mind and take it as it comes.
“I was quite nervous as to how the others would perceive me. I was nervous and apprehensive as to how the show would be edited, because that’s always something you have no control of. However, I must say the production team on this show have been absolutely amazing from day one, they have been truthful, they have stuck to their word.”
Touching upon how differently she and Beckhams are perceived by the public, she reflected: “It felt unjust that my life was pretty hell and his (Becks) life kept going and kept blossoming. I’ve been accused of being a liar. I’ve had a lifetime of opinions around me, I’ve definitely developed thick skin.
“I think the public opinion now has softened, at least from what I’m gathering since the documentary came out with the Beckhams a couple of years ago. I think it is now because thanks to social media, there is a whole different following out there, which it’s a double-edged sword.
Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins can be streamed or watched live every Sunday and Monday from 9pm on Channel 4, starting on August 3.
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As Rebecca Loos makes her TV comeback on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, the Mirror takes a look at what the media personality’s life looks like now, more than 20 years after ‘Pig-gate’
Rebecca Loos is making her TV comeback on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins(Image: Channel 4)
Back in 2004, Rebecca Loos made headlines after making allegations that threatened to rock the marriage of the ’00s golden couple, David and Victoria Beckham.
Rebecca, now 48, briefly worked as football icon David’s personal assistant in 2003 following his high-profile transfer to Real Madrid.
In an interview given to the now-defunct News of the World, the Madrid-born former glamour model claimed she and David had embarked on a steamy night of passion behind Victoria’s back.
The Beckhams dismissed these claims as “ludicrous”, while Rebecca used her newfound platform to launch a reality TV career.
Perhaps most notably, the media personality made an appearance on Channel 5’s controversial 2004 offering The Farm.
After selling her story to the News of the World, Rebecca launched a career as a reality star – with some controversial moments along the way(Image: FilmMagic)
Slammed as “morbid and sordid” by the RSPCA, the divisive show followed celebs as they competed for the title of “Top Farmer”, with challenges centred around agriculture and livestock rearing.
Rebecca, who came in third place behind Jeff Brazier and Vanilla Ice, provided what was arguably the most memorable moment of the first series. Wearing rubber gloves, Rebecca was seen pleasuring a boar to extract semen, in scenes that sparked a flurry of Ofcom complaints.
While some viewers argued that the act was “akin to bestiality”, as per the Manchester Evening News, Ofcom ultimately ruled that the incident had not been “degrading or harmful to the boar”, clearing Channel Five of breaching taste and decency.
Although the memory of ‘pig-gate’ still lingers in public consciousness, Rebecca’s life has changed in many ways since her days as a darling of the reality TV circuit.
The former glamour model has now found love with her doctor husband Sven(Image: Instagram/rebeccaloosofficial)
Indeed, Rebecca bowed out of the spotlight not long after her whirlwind ascent to fame and now lives a much quieter life in the picturesque hamlet of Hemsedal in the mountains of Norway.
It’s here where former Playboy model Rebecca has found happiness with her husband, Sven Christjar Skaiaa, a Norwegian doctor she met while shooting the 2008 reality TV series 71 Degrees North.
While Rebecca appeared in front of the camera, Sven was working behind the scenes as a medic. Despite appearing to come from very different worlds, sparks soon flew, and it wasn’t long until Rebecca realised she’d found the one.
The mum of two enjoys an outdoorsy life in a remote, mountainous area of Norway(Image: Instagram/Rebecca Loos)
The following February, Rebecca announced that she and Sven were expecting a baby, telling Spanish gossip programme ‘Esta Pasando’:”I wasn’t planning on having a child. It was an accident. But the child will be very welcome and very loved.”
She continued: “He is not well-known. He’s Norwegian. We met after the summer in Norway, and he’s a doctor. We’re both delighted with the pregnancy. He wasn’t a fling, he’s my boyfriend, and I hope to spend the rest of my life with him.”
Noting that change was on the horizon, Rebecca then vowed: “Becoming a mother will change everything. My years as a crazy, single woman are over.”
Having now turned her back on the spotlight, Rebecca rarely makes media appearances
Rebecca and Sven, who tied the knot in a small ceremony in 2012, set off for a new life in Hemsedal, in southern Norway’s Buskerud county, where they raise their two sons in the remote “Scandinavian Alps”.
A far cry from the media buzz of London, Rebecca’s idyllic-looking home is a three-hour drive from the nearest airport and a two-hour drive to the closest hospital.
However, she doesn’t seem to miss the conveniences of city life one bit. and, in a previous interview with the MailOnline, she claimed to have “no regrets”.
She’s swapped a life of fame for a more peaceful career as a yoga teacher
Mum of two Rebecca revealed: “I am so happy. I have no regrets. “People said I was mad, who was this guy? I hardly knew him, what on earth was I doing? But look at everything I have now. I am so happy with my life now. Many people are so afraid of change.
“Change is good, change is how you learn, people should just f***ing go for it. I like the way my life has taken me. If I hadn’t been famous, I would not have been invited on the TV show where I met my husband, Sven, and had my lovely boys. I would not have had the life I have now. I took a lot of wrong decisions and got talked into a lot of things.”
Nowadays, Rebecca works as a yoga teacher and massage therapist, and only ever makes a handful of media appearances. Information on Rebecca’s official website offers a little insight into her huge career change.
She claims to have ‘no regrets’(Image: rebecca.loos/Instagram)
According to this website: “In 2009, life led Rebecca to the picturesque landscapes of Hemsedal, Norway. This move marked a significant shift in her journey, as she embraced a new way of living that prioritised connection to nature, family, and personal growth.
“While adjusting to a new language and community, she completed a rigorous three-year education to become a certified Medical Assistant in 2011. This background not only solidified her medical knowledge but also deepened her appreciation for holistic health.
“Following the birth of her second child in 2012, Rebecca’s yoga practice evolved beyond its initial physical focus. She embarked on a deeper exploration of Ashtanga yoga, experiencing firsthand how the practice revealed hidden layers of resilience, presence, and joy. Each session became an opportunity for self-discovery and reflection, enhancing her commitment to share this journey with others.”
Celebrity SAS star Rebecca was initially ‘nervous and apprehensive’ about her TV comeback
Now Rebecca has emerged from her idyll to participate in Celebrity SAS, where she’s faced a grilling over her accusations about the Beckhams.
When quizzed by Jason Fox and Chris Oliver in the show’s Mirror Room, Rebecca discussed the motivation behind her TV comeback, admitting: “I just wanted to show people who I am and just be myself, which has always been my thing. And I just went in it with a very open mind and take it as it comes.
“I was quite nervous as to how the others would perceive me. I was nervous and apprehensive as to how the show would be edited, because that’s always something you have no control of. However, I must say the production team on this show have been absolutely amazing from day one, they have been truthful, they have stuck to their word.”
Touching upon how differently she and Beckhams are perceived by the public, she reflected: “It felt unjust that my life was pretty hell and his (Becks) life kept going and kept blossoming. I’ve been accused of being a liar. I’ve had a lifetime of opinions around me, I’ve definitely developed thick skin.
“I think the public opinion now has softened, at least from what I’m gathering since the documentary came out with the Beckhams a couple of years ago. I think it is now because thanks to social media, there is a whole different following out there, which it’s a double-edged sword.
Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins can be streamed or watched live every Sunday and Monday from 9pm on Channel 4, starting on August 3.
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John Torode’s wife Lisa Faulkner has broken her online silence in the wake of her husband’s sacking from MasterChef. It was announced that Torode’s contract on the BBC series would not be renewed following a historic allegation of racism.
In a video shared on her Instagram Stories this evening, the actress told fans: “Hi there, I just wanted to check in and say hello. I’m here and just thank you for all your lovely comments because they really, really mean a lot. So thank you.”
Faulkner, 53, tied the knot with Torode in 2019. It is the second marriage for both stars, with the former Holby City actress previously with Chris Coghill, known for his role as Tony King in ‘EastEnders’, with whom she shares an adopted daughter named Billie.
Lisa shared a video to her Instagram thanking her fans
Torode’s former spouse is a woman named Jessica, and together they share two children. The former MasterChef star, 59, is also a father to two older children from a previous relationship.
Faulkner and Torode first crossed paths when Lisa competed on Celebrity MasterChef’ in 2010, striking up a solid friendship that eventually blossomed into romance. The pair clicked right away, maintaining their friendship post-filming, but Lisa maintains there was no initial romantic spark.
“He was a judge on a show I loved and I was petrified of him.He was brilliant and gave us all tips so you didn’t want to let him down,” she recalled.
“All I could think was, ‘That sauce hasn’t worked’. I didn’t see anything but food for three months. After I won, we did The Good Food Show and stuff. John and I always got on, but I never thought about me and him.”
Torode’s contract on MasterChef will not be renewed, the BBC and production company Banijay UK confirmed. Australian-born Torode, 59, started presenting MasterChef alongside Gregg Wallace in 2005.
Lisa shared a short clip on her Instagram account
Torode confirmed he was the subject of an allegation of using racist language that was upheld as part of a review carried out by law firm Lewis Silkin into the alleged behaviour of his co-presenter Wallace.
A statement from Banijay UK said: “In response to John Torode’s statement, it is important to stress that Banijay UK takes this matter incredibly seriously. The legal team at Lewis Silkin that investigated the allegations relating to Gregg Wallace also substantiated an accusation of highly offensive racist language against John Torode which occurred in 2018.
“This matter has been formally discussed with John Torode by Banijay UK, and whilst we note that John says he does not recall the incident, Lewis Silkin have upheld the very serious complaint. Banijay UK and the BBC are agreed that we will not renew his contract on MasterChef.”
The Lewis Silkin report, commissioned by Banijay UK, found 45 out of 83 allegations against Wallace were substantiated, alongside two standalone allegations made against other people, including one for using racist language.
Torode confirmed he was the person alleged to have used racist language but said he had “no recollection of the incident” and was “shocked and saddened” by the allegation.
A BBC spokesperson said: “John Torode has identified himself as having an upheld allegation of using racist language against him. This allegation – which involves an extremely offensive racist term being used in the workplace- was investigated and substantiated by the independent investigation led by the law firm, Lewis Silkin. John Torode denies the allegation.
“He has stated he has no recollection of the alleged incident and does not believe that it happened. He also says that any racial language is wholly unacceptable in any environment.
“The BBC takes this upheld finding extremely seriously. We will not tolerate racist language of any kind and, as we have already said, we told Banijay UK, the makers of MasterChef, that action must be taken. John Torode’s contract on MasterChef will not be renewed.”
Despite Torode’s MasterChef axe, he has still appeared on screens with Lisa for their own TV show. A source close to ITV confirmed to the Mirror their schedules for John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen ‘remain unchanged’ despite John’s sacking from MasterChef.
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In response to criticism over their age gap and level of fame, Love Island star Chris Hughes got into a heated social media row with trolls as he defended his romance with JoJo Siwa.
Chris Hughes furiously defended with romance with JoJo Siwa(Image: chrishughesofficial/instagram)
Chris Hughes fired back at trolls after he was accused of using his girlfriend JoJo Siwa for fame. The Love Island star, 32, struck up a very close bond with JoJo, 22, while they were both in the Celebrity Big Brother house earlier this year.
Despite the bubbling connection, both JoJo and Chris insisted their closeness was only a friendship. However, it didn’t take long for them to confirm their relationship had gone to the next level after JoJo reportedly dumped her girlfriend at the show’s wrap party.
Fans have been gripped by the unlikely romance as both JoJo and Chris have continued to share loved up updates on social media. While they have received plenty of support from fans, some have trolled the couple for their age gap and varying levels of fame.
Chris was hit with nasty comments under his loved up post(Image: chrishughesofficial/instagram)
Chris took to Instagram over the weekend to share a series of romantic snaps as the couple come to terms with their long distance romance. He captioned the post: “Just everything – missing you.”
One troll wrote, “Does anyone else find this creepy?,” the reality TV star received numerous gushing comments. Chris snapped back and said, “No Pauline, you’re miserable, p**s off kindly.”
As she continued to make fun of Chris, she said, “Lol, we see how long it lasts.” Chris then responded, “Yeah again, you don’t need to speak, you don’t follow me, respectfully say thank you.”
However, a different troll posted: “Mate sort yourself out. You’d do anything to earn fame. As the Love Islanders attacked, a fan reacted, “Imagine hating someone who is only living and happy.” You’re not mad, are you?
“I don’t hate anybody sweetheart I just live in the real world,” the poster named Liz replied. Chris then got involved as he fumed: “the real world! online bullies are the real world apparently.”
Away from the social media criticism, JoJo and Chris appear to be going from strength to strength. In a new chat with US Weekly, Chris revealed the pair have already spoke about marriage and having children together.
He said, “When you’re besotted with someone and in love with someone, I think it’s fun to look forward to those things.” I would never be afraid to marry her, though of course.
And I want kids one day. It would be nice to reciprocate that since we both come from very loving and well-maintained families. It would be a dream come true for me to have children in the future.
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In a very wild confession, Chris also revealed that JoJo has nicknames for his testicles. Speaking to E! News about what she calls his privates, he said: “She calls my balls Jimmy and Timmy.”
He unnecessarily continued by mentioning the pattern JoJo follows with nicknames, as she had previously desired to call her future children Freddy, Eddy, and Teddy. She must adore the rhyming jargon used in her everyday life, Chris admitted.
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Casey O’Gorman, the winner of Love Island: All Stars, has revealed his love life like never before and that he hasn’t had a girlfriend since leaving the series.
Casey is concentrating on things besides his romantic life.
He’s been in the Love Island villa three times, has one of the show’s most iconic bromances under his belt, and even walked away a winner, but Casey O’Gorman admits he’s still waiting for love.
In an exclusive interview, the fan-favourite Islander opens up like never before – talking marathons, villa secrets, and why despite his high-profile split from Gabby Allen, he hasn’t had a girlfriend since leaving the show. “I haven’t been in a relationship since the villa,” Casey tells us with refreshing honesty. “That probably says something.”
It’s a surprising confession from the Love Island : All Stars winner, whose chemistry with Gabby was a highlight of the recent All Stars series. But after their split earlier this year – described at the time as “amicable” – Casey’s love life has taken a back seat. Instead, he’s focused on fitness, friendship, and figuring out what comes next.
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Gabby and Casey won Love Island All-Stars.
He claims that “I guess I’ve been setting everything else at priority.” Not that I don’t want a relationship, I mean it. I’m open to love, but this chapter is what I’m enjoying right now.
And what a chapter it is. Casey’s latest passion? Running marathons—and he’s not doing it half-heartedly. “I’m training for the Australian marathon right now,” he reveals. “It’s on August 31st, so not long to go. My last one was a bit chaotic because it was right after I came out of the villa. This time, I’ve got structure, a routine, and I’m eating properly. I’m all in.”
He may be more known for dramatic recouplings than race-day prep, but Casey insists the discipline of marathon training has kept him grounded. “After Ibiza last week and my brother’s wedding, I needed a reset,” he laughs. “This is the perfect focus.”
Still, he’s not lost his sense of humour. Asked if he’d go to extreme lengths for cash after, as part of a recent Tango campaign, Casey didn’t hesitate: “I honestly think I’d jump in the Thames for £10k. Shaving my head? Maybe, but only for charity. I’ve had this hair forever!”
Casey’s journey through Love Island has been anything but typical. Appearing across three different seasons, including his winning stint on All Stars, he says it wasn’t about redemption – it was about being real.
He insists that “I didn’t go back to alter public opinion.” I merely desired viewers to see who I really am. I fully displayed my personality when I last entered. After meeting Gabby, I immediately felt very at ease being myself.
Still, he’s quick to admit the real win wasn’t romance. It was friendship. “Meeting Tom in my original series changed everything,” Casey says of villa best mate Tom Clare. “We had a proper bromance, and moving in together after the show helped me figure out my next steps. That friendship meant more than anything.”
Could he one day become Tom’s best friend? I’d love that, I think! However, they have not yet discussed marriage. “Fingers crossed”
Casey explained how some of the villa’s internal workings aren’t exactly what we see on screen, to the delight of fans. Those who say, “I have a text!” Moments ? He reveals that sometimes things are planned and sometimes not. Nothing happens when they tell us to bring our phones out. The text occasionally truly surprises us.
Some men have to edit their speeches because they stutter. Beyond the 45 minutes that are broadcast on television, it is far more.
One thing that never changes is true? The drama of challenges in love and hate. The “Kissing Challenge” is a classic. You are blindfolded, there is no conversation, and all you get is a kiss. And “Snog, Marry, Pie” always has a good time. Never get old by poking someone in the face.
While many Love Island stars have gone on to do other reality shows, Casey would like to follow in their footsteps. “I’d love to do Strictly Come Dancing,” he says, laughing. “Even though I can’t dance to save my life. Or something like The Traitors or SAS: Who Dares Wins. I’m definitely open to being back on TV—just not Love Island again. I’ve done my bit!”
For their on-pack summer competition, Casey and Tango collaborated.
Additionally, he has ambitious marathon goals. I want to finish each of my seven majors. Chicago, Boston, Tokyo, and Berlin… Despite having a big dream, I’m still committed.
Casey claims dating after Love Island has been more challenging despite fans tuning into his DMs and millions of viewers watching his every move. “People assume you have endless options, but I believe it’s getting harder now. You must wonder if people are fans of you or the television version you saw.
So where does he think he’ll meet his future partner? “Maybe running next to me in Sydney,” he says with a grin. “Could be Australia, America, who knows? I’m open.”
Casey has plenty of advice for the incoming wave of hopefuls with three tours of the villa to go. Avoid getting too drunk at parties, enjoy the attention, and have a plan. Know what you want, whether it’s using social media, returning to work, or something else. My direct DMs are always available. I’m here if anyone with advice needs.
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Casey claims he wouldn’t change a thing despite the ups and downs. “I’ve had such a positive experience,” she said. I haven’t even watched the previous seasons. I want to live them in my own style in the future. He still understands that being famous doesn’t make you immune to criticism. Even the most devoted people will always hate you, according to the saying. You simply need to ignore it.
By scanning the QR code on the package, Casey and Tango collaborated to launch their on-pack summer competition, giving customers the chance to win instant cash prizes.
