Helen Flanagan Expresses Dread Over Potential Ex Encounters on Reality Show
Helen Flanagan has candidly shared her apprehensions about joining the upcoming season of Celebrity Ex On The Beach, specifically revealing that there are three former partners she would be dreading to see on the show. The actress, best known for her role as Rosie Webster on Coronation Street, is set to return to television screens as part of the reality series lineup on Paramount+.
Reality Show Lineup and Helen's Participation
The full cast for Celebrity Ex On The Beach has now been unveiled, featuring Helen Flanagan alongside other notable personalities. The 35-year-old star joins a diverse group including TOWIE's Dani Imbert, pop duo Jedward, and Love Island's Toby Aromolaran. In a recent sneak peek, Helen opened up about her reasons for signing up and what she seeks in a romantic partner.
She described her ideal match as "fit, kind and funny", adding that her single status stems from being on a personal journey. "I think I’m single because I feel like I’m on my own kind of journey, I’m pretty free spirited [and] I’ve got quite a strong character," she explained. Helen expressed hope to find a genuine connection during her time on the beach, filmed in Tenerife.
Past Relationships and Emotional Struggles
Helen delved into her relationship history, noting a significant 13-year partnership with the father of her children, followed by a recent one-year relationship that ended. She specifically mentioned dreading the possibility of encountering three exes on the show, though she did not name them all in the preview. However, it is known that her ex-fiancé Scott Sinclair and boxer David Haye are among her former flames.
Helen and Scott Sinclair began dating in 2009, got engaged in 2018 during a trip to Disneyland Paris, and planned a wedding before their split in 2022. Reflecting on this difficult period, Helen previously disclosed to The Mirror that she suffered a breakdown and has been diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Additional Cast Members and Show Details
The forthcoming series boasts a varied cast, including Married At First Sight UK's Amy Kenyon, 28, and Love Is Blind participant Freddie Powell, 32. Other contestants are Too Hot To Handle's Izzy Fairthorne, 26, who is seeking her first-ever boyfriend, and Chase DeMoor, 29, returning for another attempt at love.
Meanwhile, former X Factor star John Grimes, who appeared on the ITV talent show with his twin brother, has described himself as a 'total catch' and is looking for a 'curvy, self-assured woman' who can match his energy. The show promises explosive moments as participants navigate past and potential relationships in a tropical setting.
Helen Flanagan's participation highlights her ongoing journey in the public eye, blending personal revelations with entertainment as she steps back into reality television. Fans can anticipate dramatic interactions and emotional revelations when the series airs soon on Paramount+.
