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Wales Online
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Former ITV Love Island winners have a hilarious way of dealing with split rumours
Former ITV Love Island winners have a hilarious way of dealing with split rumours The pair have been plagued by break-up rumours since leaving the villa Sammy Root and Elma Pazar coupled up on Love Island All Stars (Image: ITV ) Love Island favourites Sammy Root and Elma Pazar have found themselves at the centre of split rumours again and again since their time in the iconic ITV villa. he pair, who exited the Love Island: All Stars villa as an item in February, have seemingly maintained a strong bond since then. Their paths had previously crossed on ITV's The Only Way is Essex, where they "flirted a little bit" but didn't really connect beyond their time on the show. However, when 24-year-old Sammy made his bombshell entrance into All Stars, he was clearly smitten with Elma. Despite enjoying a blossoming romance, the couple faced scrutiny in April following a vague TikTok by Elma, 32, which led fans to believe she was hinting at Sammy being a 'red flag.' Yet, it's not just the video causing a stir among their followers; Sammy suggests that even "the tiniest" actions can spark split rumours, reports OK! They revealed how they privately respond to split rumours (Image: Instagram/ @elmapazar ) The couple, only a few months into their relationship, have already established a private strategy for dealing with such speculation. In a candid chat with OK! Magazine's Screen Time team, Sammy revealed: "I don't really know where the rumours come from. Its usually the tiniest little thing; I could post carrousel pictures and it won't have her in it or she'll do the same to me, and then apparently we broke up." Article continues below Despite the unfounded gossip, the reality TV personality recognises that some Love Island fans are deeply "passionate" about following the journeys of former contestants. "I think when people watch the show they get attached to the couples, which is understandable," he acknowledged. He elaborated: "I think some people probably get a bit passionate about each couple. So they like to see pictures of you with each other. Whenever I'm posting content and I'm not with Elma. There's always comments saying 'Where's Elma?'" Try ITVX Premium free for a week This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £59.99 £0 ITVX Get ITVX Premium here Product Description ITVX Premium offers exclusive ad-free content that can be streamed on-demand and on the go, with everything from Hollywood blockbusters to bingeable British box sets. An annual plan costs £59.99 – equal to £4.99 per month – after a seven-day free trial. Regarding how they react to rumours, they take it in stride. "If I see anything about us being broken [up] out, I'll just DM it to Elma and we'll just laugh about it," Sammy shared. The ITV favourite added: "I'll ring her and say 'look what I've just sent you' and it'll be a post saying Sammy and Elma just broke up. And we would've just been sat on the sofa eating caramel nibbles." There have also been speculations among their followers suggesting that they were together before 'meeting' on Love Island: All Stars. Some eagle-eyed fans have spotlighted Instagram exchanges between the pair from 2024, alleging these demonstrate they'd been secretly involved after their encounter on TOWIE. Sammy and Elma left Love Island: All Stars together (Image: Ricardo De Leca/ITV/Shutterstock ) However, Sammy has dispelled such notions with good humour, dismissing the idea that social media interactions suggest an undisclosed romance. "What everyone doesn't understand is everything that they've seen on TOWIE is the full extent of what happened," Sammy insisted. "There was nothing that happened behind closed doors. Elma and I never even kissed or spent any time together. We just we flirted a little bit and filmed a couple of scenes for the show." Since his departure from the ITV series, the former Love Island champion has now delved into the world of horology, operating his own watch raffle business, The Watch Draw. Article continues below Sign up to get the gossip from inside the villa through our free Love Island newsletter Factor 50. Love Island returns to ITV2 and ITVX on Monday, June 9th
Wales Online
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Love Island's Sammy Root reveals bombshells get major clue before villa entry
Love Island's Sammy Root reveals bombshells get major clue before villa entry Love Island star Sammy Root won the show back in 2023 and then returned for All Stars Elma and Sammy are still going strong (Image: Ricardo De Leca/ITV/Shutterstock ) Love Island sensation Sammy Root has spilled the beans on what it's like to be the villa's bombshell. Sammy, who clinched the ITV title in 2023 and bagged £50,000 with Jess Harding, made his entrance as a bombshell in the first week, charming both Jess and the viewers at home. ITV enthusiasts might remember Sammy's return in Love Island: All Stars earlier this year. Although he didn't win this time around, he struck up a romance with Elma Pazar, whom he later told OK! was "the loveliest girl ever." Now, Sammy has let slip a significant hint he received prior to entering the villa. In an exclusive chat with OK!'s Screen Time team, he divulged that latecomers to the show fly out to Majorca at the beginning but are kept in separate villas until it's their turn to join. Sammy took home the Series 10 crown alongside Jess Harding (Image: Matt Frost/ITV/REX/Shutterstock ) "Both times I flew out right at the beginning and you're just chilling in a holding villa until you're called up," he disclosed. Yet, they remain unaware of the other contestants and "don't have a clue who's going to be in there." Article continues below While they're largely kept in suspense about the islanders' antics, bombshells do occasionally get a sneak peek at the unfolding drama. Sammy confessed: "Sometimes they'll offer you to watch an episode, so you can decide who you're leaning towards." During his second appearance on the series, Sammy took up the offer, although it didn't influence his choice of partner. Try ITVX Premium free for a week This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £59.99 £0 ITVX Get ITVX Premium here Product Description ITVX Premium offers exclusive ad-free content that can be streamed on-demand and on the go, with everything from Hollywood blockbusters to bingeable British box sets. An annual plan costs £59.99 – equal to £4.99 per month – after a seven-day free trial. Discussing why he wasn't swayed by the TV show, he remarked: "I didn't want to choose someone based on what I'd seen on Love Island because there's so much you don't actually see. So I would have rather gone in and decided for myself based on meeting people." Moreover, the celebrity went on to admit his prior interest in his now-girlfriend, stating: "Also, I already knew that I fancied Elma, so it was quite an easy decision for me." Despite frequent rumours suggesting they've parted ways, the couple remains united. The constant speculation about a potential split often arises from fans, at times simply because Elma shares posts without mentioning her partner. Love Island winner Sammy Root has revealed the behind-the-scenes secrets of being a bombshell (Image: Sammy Root ) They're not rushing into marriage, but Sammy has assured that their partnership is advancing positively. "I think me and Elms are just in our own little world, taking things day by day," he summed up. Article continues below Following his departure from the ITV programme, the ex-Love Island champ has entered into entrepreneurship, operating his own watch raffle business, The Watch Draws. Sign up to get the gossip from inside the villa through our free Love Island newsletter Factor 50. Love Island series 12 returns on Monday 9th June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX
Wales Online
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Inside 2025 Love Island star Ben Holbrough's high-profile modelling career
Inside 2025 Love Island star Ben Holbrough's high-profile modelling career Fans may already recognise the Gloucester-based reality star Ahead of the eagerly anticipated new series of Love Island beginning, one contestant is already being hailed as a fan-favourite - and he may already be a familiar face to some. The excitement is mounting as Love Island gears up to grace our screens again on Monday, June 9, with a line-up of singletons ready to seek out romantic connections in the upcoming series. Maya Jama is set to resume her role as host and has teased that this season will be packed with even more surprising turns. Ben, hailing from Gloucester, openly shares his modelling journey on Instagram, often updating followers about his gigs, which range from donning sophisticated House of Cavani suits to casual wear for high street giant Superdry through his 'Modelling' story highlights, reports OK! Ben is already being touted as a fan favourite (Image: ITV ) Having graced billboards and advertisements nationally, viewers may also recognise him from his work with the St Moriz tanning products, featured prominently on Boots' website. Article continues below Ben's remarkable career in front of the camera has undoubtedly built anticipation amongst the Love Island fanbase for his appearance on the show. Eager fans have taken to social media to express their enthusiasm, with one saying: "@ will be my favourite and I'm sure of it." Another declared: "Yes @ Try ITVX Premium free for a week This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £59.99 £0 ITVX Get ITVX Premium here Product Description ITVX Premium offers exclusive ad-free content that can be streamed on-demand and on the go, with everything from Hollywood blockbusters to bingeable British box sets. An annual plan costs £59.99 – equal to £4.99 per month – after a seven-day free trial. The private hire taxi driver had previously expressed his desire to meet "someone sexy, good looking, good chat, good vibes, nice teeth and good eye contact" in the villa, mentioning, "Oh, and also a cute smile, I just look at you and know I can be around you all day, every day." He confessed his biggest turn-off, stating: "A girl whose extensions are sticking out. I can't ask a girl to sort her hair out, that's just mean. So I just don't say anything." Discussing his dedication to skincare as part of his morning routine, he described himself as the "CEO of moisturising" elaborating: "Moisturising. I moisturise about 93 times a day. I like having smooth skin. Feeling fresh and smelling nice." Article continues below Sign up to get the gossip from inside the villa through our free Love Island newsletter Factor 50. Love Island series 12 returns on Monday 9th June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX
Wales Online
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Love Island 2025 star delivered baby sister with a shoelace in dramatic home birth
Love Island 2025 star delivered baby sister with a shoelace in dramatic home birth The Season 12 star has a very close bond with her family A Love Island star has shared a remarkable tale about when she assisted in the delivery of her baby sister using a shoelace. With the eagerly awaited twelfth series of the popular dating show set to debut in a matter of days, the new hopefuls have now all been unveiled. The previous series showcased a diverse range of personalities including boxers, footballers, and models, and it appears that this season will follow suit. Amid the growing anticipation for the show's comeback, one islander, Alima Gagigo recounted an "unusual" incident from her past. Alima is super close to her sister after helping her mum deliver her (Image: ITV ) The 23-year-old Glaswegian revealed that she played midwife to her own mother during the impromptu home birth of her sibling, reports the Daily Star. Article continues below She recounted: "Something unusual that happened was when I helped my mum give birth to my little sister at home. I was busy writing an essay for university when my mum went into labour." Explaining the course of events, she said: "I called an ambulance and a woman on the phone told me what to do. I'd say it was only a 15 minute labour." Try ITVX Premium free for a week This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £59.99 £0 ITVX Get ITVX Premium here Product Description ITVX Premium offers exclusive ad-free content that can be streamed on-demand and on the go, with everything from Hollywood blockbusters to bingeable British box sets. An annual plan costs £59.99 – equal to £4.99 per month – after a seven-day free trial. During the dramatic ordeal, she prepared hot towels and a shoelace to tie off the newborn's umbilical cord. After the event caused a delay in her university work, she detailed the reaction of her lecturer: "I gathered hot towels and a shoelace for the umbilical cord. I told my lecturer what happened because I couldn't submit my essay and he thought I was lying. He said there were easier ways to get an extension." Alima, a wealth management client services executive, is on the lookout for a man who could be her very own "Disney prince." The cast of the 2025 summer series have been unveiled (Image: ITV ) Elaborating on her dream man, she said: "A tall man with a handsome face. You know when you just look at a guy and they have that Disney prince look to them? That's it." She also shared her unique approach to dating: "I always ask guys on a night out to guess which country I'm originally from. If they get it right, they can get my number. Article continues below "But they never guess correctly so it works really well if you don't want to give a guy your number. I'm originally from Guinea Bissau. If they're close and I really fancy them, I'll give them my number anyway." Sign up to get the gossip from inside the villa through our free Love Island newsletter Factor 50. Love Island series 12 returns on Monday 9th June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX
Yahoo
26-05-2025
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- Yahoo
How to Train Your Dragon gets new UK streaming home ahead of the remake's release
How to Train Your Dragon has found a new UK streaming home ahead of the live-action remake's release. The 2010 animated DreamWorks classic aired on ITV1 yesterday, and is now available to stream on ITVX. That means UK viewers can watch the film for free. The free tier does have ads, but you can pay for ITVX Premium at £5.99 a month/£59.99 a year. The film follows an awkward teenage viking boy named Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) who decides not to follow in his clan's footsteps by killing a dragon that he meets. Instead, he decides to befriend the creature, calling it Toothless. Adapted from Cressida Cowell's 2003 book of the same name, the upcoming live-action remake will follow the same plot, and has even brought back Gerard Butler as Hiccup's dad, Stoick the Vast. Related: UK film release dates The films also share the same director, Dean DeBlois, who stated that he doesn't understand the criticism about why they're making a live-action version. "It's an interesting one for me, because I've firmly been on the side of not just adapting those films as a trend," he said. Related: "I love animation, and I love those films that come out of the studios, but I've never been for remaking movies in a new medium without any real purpose to it. "But when Universal talked about this project and seeing it through as a live-action film, it, to me, kind of pinged something in me regarding the making of the first movie that was always an ambition for Chris Sanders and I. Which is to lean into a live-action sensibility." The How To Train Your Dragon live-action remake is released in cinemas on 9 June. The animated version can be streamed on ITVX now. Digital Spy's first print magazine is here! Buy British Comedy Legends in newsagents or online, now priced at just £3.99.£18.99 at at EE£328.00 at at Audible at £49.99 at at at at Amazon£54.98 at at at at EE at at at £91.40 at at at Amazon at at at at at at at EE£19.00 at Game at at at Sky Mobile at Pandora at at Game£123.99 at at at Three at at at at Pandora at at at at at at at £1199.00 at AO at at Fitbit£49.99 at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at John Lewis at at at at at John Lewis at at at at at Amazon£184.00 at John Lewis & Partners£90.00 at at at at at at John Lewis & Partners at Three at Fitbit at at at at at at at Amazon£32.99 at Amazon£6.62 at at at Three at at at Amazon at at Apple at at at at at at at at John Lewis£49.99 at at at at Audible at at at at EE at at at at at John Lewis at EE at at £379.00 at at at at Amazon at at at Apple at at at Samsung at Three at Apple at at Microsoft at at at John Lewis at at at crunchyroll£22.00 at Amazon at at AO£79.00 at Samsung£449.00 at John Lewis£79.98 at at at at at at John Lewis & Partners£79.98 at at Microsoft£299.00 at Microsoft at at at at John Lewis£269.99 at at at at at Amazon at at now at John Lewis & Partners at at at Microsoft at at at at at at John Lewis at at at £6.65 at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at You Might Also Like PS5 consoles for sale – PlayStation 5 stock and restocks: Where to buy PS5 today? IS MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 7 THE BEST IN THE SERIES? OUR REVIEW AEW game is a modern mix of No Mercy and SmackDown
