Reality TV star Gabby Allen is set for a potentially cringe-worthy encounter after signing up for the new series of Celebs Go Dating, as her ex-boyfriend and former co-star Casey O'Gorman is also believed to be on the roster.
An Awkward Villa Reunion
The 33-year-old Love Island winner, who triumphed in the 2025 All Stars edition with then-partner Casey O'Gorman, 29, will reportedly come face-to-face with him in the dating agency's offices. The pair split amicably just months after their villa victory, but sources suggest their simultaneous search for love on the E4 show could create tension.
A source told The Sun: 'Gabby is keen to see if she can find a man to go the distance with, and has turned to the Celebs Go Dating team to set her up. Filming starts next week and Gabby is raring to go. Her ex, Casey, is also on the show, which will no doubt make for interesting viewing.'
While their breakup was civil, insiders indicate that seeing each other date other people in front of the cameras will likely be an awkward experience for both.
Gabby's Emotional SAS Journey
The dating news comes as Gabby is currently appearing on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, where she recently endured a highly emotional breakdown. During an interrogation with directing staff Jason 'Foxy' Fox and Billy Billingham, she suffered a panic attack while discussing the death of her father.
The intense moment occurred after she failed a task that involved crossing a high ladder between buildings under simulated gunfire. Asked why she took on the brutal SAS selection course, Gabby revealed it was inspired by her late father, Mark Allen, who died from a brain tumour called glioblastoma multiforme in January 2013 at the age of 54.
'My dad died when I was 20 from brain cancer,' she explained, struggling through tears. 'It was a very quick turnaround from him just being normal to passing away. But he would have absolutely loved to have done this... I want to do it because he would say, "it’s so sick" that his daughter’s doing it.'
Grit Behind the Glamour
Reflecting on her task failure, Gabby showed a vulnerable side, stating she has always been pushed to be the best. DS Billy Billingham offered comfort, telling her that her 'dad would be super proud of her.' This raw display contrasts with her glamorous reality TV persona, proving there is 'a bit of grit' behind the image.
As she prepares to embark on her Celebs Go Dating journey, viewers will be watching closely. The combination of her quest for a lasting relationship and the unavoidable presence of her famous ex promises a series filled with drama, tension, and potentially unexpected romance.
