Gogglebox star Ellie Warner has shared thrilling personal news with her followers, revealing a major career development that has left her feeling "like she's won the lottery." The beloved Channel 4 personality, known for her witty commentary alongside sister Izzi, has embarked on an exciting new business venture that combines her professional hairdressing skills with creative entrepreneurship.
From Television Screens to Salon Dreams
Ellie Warner, who joined Gogglebox in 2015 and quickly became a viewer favourite with her Leeds-based family, has always balanced her television fame with her work as a professional hairdresser. Beyond her screen appearances, Ellie maintains a separate career in the beauty industry, operating her own hairdressing business that she's now taking to the next level with an innovative approach.
The Birth of the 'Glamavan' Concept
In a detailed Instagram post on her business account, Ellie disclosed that she had purchased a vintage caravan with plans to transform it into a mobile salon space she's calling "the Glamavan." The television personality shared photographs of herself standing proudly beside her new acquisition, explaining that this project represents the culmination of long-held ambitions to create a dedicated workspace.
"I've been wanting to create a private studio space to work in for a VERY long time," Ellie wrote in her extensive caption. She revealed that she had considered various alternatives including garage conversions, garden rooms, and even bedroom transformations before having what she described as a "lightbulb moment" while browsing Facebook Marketplace.
Overcoming Practical Challenges
The journey to acquiring the perfect caravan wasn't straightforward. Ellie explained that her first purchase was already beautifully restored, making her reluctant to transform it. Her second discovery proved more suitable - a caravan stripped back to basics and ready for renovation. She described finding this particular vehicle as feeling "like I had won the lottery."
Practical considerations presented additional hurdles. The caravan required transportation from storage in Loughborough to her Leeds home, and since it wasn't roadworthy, finding affordable transport took considerable time. Ellie used this period to construct a protective carport on her driveway, as the vehicle needed shelter while not being completely watertight.
Collaborative Transformation Plans
Ellie has enlisted creative help for her ambitious project, collaborating with friend Siobhan from Interior Curve to transform what she describes as "this modest piece of scrap metal into a showstopper." The caravan finally arrived at her Leeds property in September, and while progress has been gradual, Ellie remains enthusiastic about the transformation ahead.
"All good things come to those who wait, and good she will be," Ellie optimistically noted in her announcement, encouraging followers to "watch this space" for updates on the Glamavan's development.
Family Life and Career Balance
The new business venture comes as Ellie continues to balance her television career with family life. She shares a 1930s house in Leeds with long-term partner Nat Eddleston, with whom she welcomed son Ezra in May 2023. Her hairdressing business represents an important professional outlet beyond her Gogglebox appearances, allowing her to maintain creative independence while raising her young family.
Overwhelming Fan Support
Ellie's announcement prompted an immediate outpouring of support from her dedicated followers, who flooded the comments section with congratulations and excitement about her innovative business concept.
One enthusiastic supporter exclaimed: "This sounds amazing well done!" while another commented: "What a great idea! Looking forward to seeing the end product." A third follower celebrated Ellie's persistence, writing: "Love it you've waited forever for this moment!"
The positive response underscores Ellie's enduring popularity both as a television personality and as an entrepreneur pursuing her professional passions. Her Glamavan project represents not just a business expansion, but a creative realisation of long-held ambitions that resonates with fans who have followed her journey from Gogglebox star to business owner.
