The former Atomic Kitten singer has hit back at a critic online who expressed negative thoughts on her new relationship with Paolo Margaglione, who she met on Celebs Go Dating
Kerry Katona has fiercely defended her new romance after a social media user branded her boyfriend a “fame hungry red flag”.
The former Atomic Kitten singer, 45, is dating influencer Paolo Margaglione, 33, who she was matched with on the latest series of Celebs Go Dating. The pair quickly struck up a connection on the E4 show, not long after Kerry’s split from her ex-fiancé Ryan Mahoney last November.
Since then, Kerry’s relationship with Paolo has gone from strength to strength. The couple recently took part in an Instagram Q&A where they answered questions about their blossoming romance. One viewer suggested Paolo was only with Kerry for publicity, but the mum-of-five quickly shot down their claim.
Kerry told her followers: “If anything, he’s been more supportive of me because I’m the one who has struggled with it more than anything. When people see the connection we have together and how we are they understand it’s not about anything other than that.”
The couple were also asked about their age difference, as Kerry is 12 years older than Paolo, but the singer brushed off the concern. She replied: “No it doesn’t bother me anymore, you’re only as old as the man you’re feeling,” before Paolo cheekily chimed in: “I second that, sorry Heidi.”
Despite facing some backlash from critics online, the couple seem happier than ever. Kerry has embraced her new role as a stepmum to Paolo’s two children, and recently said that their new blended family has brought a lot of joy to her home.
She shared: “It’s great. It’s brought the house alive. You and your kids have brought the best of us out. I’ve never been this happy ever in my entire life. I’ve got everything and more I’ve ever wanted.” Paolo agreed, adding: “I feel exactly the same.”
Kerry’s close friends have also spoken out in support of her new relationship. TV presenter Lewis Nicholls posted a heartwarming message about the couple on Instagram after spending time with Paolo backstage while on tour.
Alongside a smiling selfie, Lewis wrote: “The tour has been full of highlights so far but one has been meeting Paolo, Kerry’s partner who she met on Celebs Go Dating.
“We have had lots of laughs, playing ping pong backstage using our hands and lots of laughs. Kerry and Paolo are the real deal that’s for sure and has been nice to see Kerry smiling and being happy.”
Paolo responded: “What a guy, it’s been a pleasure mate.” Fans of the couple were quick to echo Lewis’s thoughts. One supporter commented: “Always thought they should be a couple after watching Celebs Go Dating,” while another wrote: “Happy you two got together. Was 100% rooting for you!!! You have the kindest gentle eyes.”
Kerry herself has reflected on her time filming the reality series, telling readers in her New! magazine column: “As you can see from the show, I met someone really amazing during filming and I honestly couldn’t be happier. I feel so lucky and like I completely won.”
Source: Mirror
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