Latest news with #AnnaVakili
The Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Love Island star reveals she's back with ex AGAIN as fans beg her to get over him
A LOVE Island star has revealed she's back with her ex four months after their break up The pair called time on their rollercoaster relationship back in March, after previously splitting before. 7 7 Anna Vakili, 35, shot to fame after appearing on the show in 2019 - but she failed to find love in the villa. Yet her path to true love in the real world and on-off relationship with boyfriend Cowslick hasn't been smooth either. Just weeks after calling time on their love - due to his reluctance to propose - it seems things are back on. It comes despite the fact she admitted he had "hurt" her and a "more relaxed" girl would suit him better. In a teaser for the next episode of her podcast Sisters In The City with sister Mandi Vakili, aired on TikTok, Mandi teased "the tea" Anna had dropped. Anna then said: "Cowslick is back," seemingly confirming their romance. Mandi admitted: "A lot of madness has happened and the tea has been spilled." Yet fans appeared less than impressed about the reunion. One took to the comments section to post: "I don't wanna hear about it respectfully." One fan urged her to get over him as another put: "Ffs the way she says it with a big smile." A third confessed: "I screamed nooo when i was listening to the ep again." One bluntly put: "If this is true, embarrassing." Another mused: "She will never learn." In March, Anna told the same podcast of her split with Cowslick. Love Island winners - where they are now EVERY year Love Island opens its doors to more sexy Islanders who are hoping for a holiday romance that could turn into more. Here we take you through all of the Love Island winners so far and what their relationship statuses are now: 2025 - The second series of All Stars saw Gabby Allen and Case O'Gorman scoop the crown. STATUS: Still together. 2024 - The summer Love Island saw Mimii Ngulube and Josh Oyinsan were crowned the winners. STATUS: Broken up. 2024 - The first ever All stars spin off show was won by Molly Smith and Tom Clare. STATUS: Still together. 2023 - Jess Harding and Sammy Root took home the 50k, and won the summer 2023 Love Island. STATUS: Broken up. 2023 - The first series of 2023 saw Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan crowned Love Island winners in South Africa. STATUS: Still together. 2022 - Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu's time in the villa was anything but a smooth ride, but they managed to win the public's hearts - and the ITV2 reality show. STATUS: Broken up. 2021 - Liam Reardon and Millie Court were announced winners of Love Island 2021. STATUS: Still together. 2020 - The first ever winter Love Island saw Paige Turley and Finn Tapp crowned winners after falling in love on the show. STATUS: Broken up. 2019 - Series 5 saw Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague runners up to winners Greg O'Shea and Amber Gill, who met in the last few days of the series. STATUS: Broken up. 2018 - It wasn't surprising fan favourites Jack Fincham and Dani Dyer won the show, as they were strong throughout. But sadly things didn't last. STATUS: Broken up. 2017 - Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies had lots of ups and downs in the villa but went on to win. STATUS: Broken up. 2016 - Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde were together from the start of the series, and since they won the show they've had two kids and are married. STATUS: Still together. 2015 - Despite poor Jess Hayes being Max Morley's second choice on the show, they did win - but they didn't last as a couple. STATUS: Broken up. 'Yeah basically me and Cowslick have broken up,' Anna said at the time, causing her sister to burst out laughing. 'Why you laughing?' Anna questionned, and her sister responded: 'It's like an announcement. I feel like there's a press conference.' Anna said it felt like 'deja-vu,' and said she felt 'so sad that it'd come to this.' Anna got candid on the podcast and said she wouldn't sit there and slate her ex Cowslick, but confessed he had 'hurt her.' 'I don't think he's a bad person, I just don't think I'm the right girl for him,' she added. Continuing: 'A girl that is more easygoing would suit him.' NEXT STEPS Anna recently posted a photo in a hospital gown, and revealed she'd completed her first round of egg freezing. The star told fans: 'My only regret is that I didn't do this sooner! I was never really that maternal so I went along life not thinking about it. 'Only in the last year it really hit me that I should consider taking some measures to ease some of the pressure that so many women go through when it comes to our fertility clock.' Anna has also opened up on her relationship on the Not My Bagg podcast, while chatting to host Joe Baggs. She said her partner had refused to propose, despite her wanting him to, and explained: 'Some people expect an engagement in about a year or two. 'I left mine because of that. That's the reason why we broke up, it actually went viral on TikTok. "I said 'I'm ready now, what's going on?' I actually mentioned it a year ago as well. I'm not going to wait that long, it's been three and a half years." She reinforced her view when she revealed she had dropped out of the last series of All Stars Love Island at the last minute. She explained that even though she went through the whole process to appear on the ITV2 show - including multiple meetings and STD and drug testing - it wasn't for her again. Looking for serious love, she told fans that she decided against it saying "the kind of man I want to settle down with wouldn't really want a woman that's going on Love Island." 7 7 7
Daily Mirror
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island star admits 'I lost everything' including flat after blowing money
EXCLUSIVE: Love Island favourite Anna Vakili has remained in the spotlight ever since she left the villa back in 2019 but it's not all been smooth sailing for the pharmacist turned podcast host Anna Vakili was forced to move out of her flat after spending all the money she made on the back of Love Island. The 34-year-old brunette beauty shot to fame on the fifth series of ITV2 dating show back in 2019 alongside the likes of Molly-Mae Hague, Tommy Fury and Curtis Pritchard. Over the past six years, Anna has remained firmly in the limelight and is now the host of the popular Sisters In The City podcast alongside her lookalike sibling Mandi Vakili. The dynamic duo have recently finished their sold out tour but Anna has revealed it hasn't been an easy ride since leaving the famous villa. Speaking on behalf of WhichBingo, Anna revealed: "Going on Love Island is great but it can go up and go down. "I made so much money when I came off Love Island but I got so excited I spent all of it and at one point I lost everything and had move out of my flat. "Now with the podcast it's gone back up and I'm not making the same mistakes I did when I was first out of Love Island. I'm going to be smart this time. "I grew up most of my life struggling for money and suddenly I got money and I didn't know how to manage it but you live and you learn and I'm lucky I've been given another chance." Before singing up for Love Island, Anna worked as a pharmacist and she returned to help out during the coronavirus lockdown but has since been forced to take a break from the role. She explained: "I was a pharmacist but I was probably the strangest pharmacist you'll ever meet with my fake tits and fake arse. I try to stay in it a little bit but I couldn't keep up with it. "What I do now is so different to pharmacy and I really enjoy this and that was really boring. The money is incomparable which is so sad because you study so hard." Anna went on to share some words of wisdom to the sexy singletons currently taking part in Love Island series 12 and confirmed that she won't be returning for All Stars. She said: "My advice would be when you come out be smart with your money and be smart with your cloud, do something with it. Find what you're good at and do it. "I'm just so grateful that after six years that I'm still in this industry but I just think there's no point of me doing All Stars because I know everyone and I know no one is going to be for me. "I'm open to other dating shows and Love Island Games because there's people from all over the world but not All Stars because the people on there are not my cup of tea." Love Island airs Sunday to Thursday on ITV2 and ITVX at 9pm
The Sun
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Love Island legend ditches her underwear and reveals intimate tattoo in sexy dress at Parklife Festival
FORMER Love Island star Anna Vakili has pulled out all the stops - and tan lines - and flashed a saucy bit of skin in a slashed dress. The reality TV contestant dared to bare in a figure-hugging cut-out number at Manchester 's Parklife Festival. 5 The brunette bombshell showed off her intimate tattoo in the revealing black cut-away dress as she enjoyed her day out. Held at Heaton Park, the Love Island star, 34, looked high-fashion at the two-day event where acts including 50 Cent, Charli XCX and Rudimental performed. The podcaster wore her long dark highlighted hair slicked back into a chic ponytail with gold hoops earrings. Wearing natural glossy make-up, the star looked more red carpet primed than down-and-dirty festival ready. Reality star Anna was joined at the music spectacular by reality stars Matilda Draper and Demi Sims at SHEIN 's VIP party. She was joined by her sister Mandi who looked equally glam in a strapless blue mini dress and trainers. They mingled amongst fellow Love Islanders including Nicole Samuel, Jessy Potts, Kaz Crossley and Matilda Draper. Also on hand were Towie's Frankie and Demi Sims looking dressed to impress. Vakili shot to fame after appearing on Love Island in 2019 - but she failed to find love in the villa. She has since been in an on-off relationship with boyfriend Cowslick. However, they've recently split shortly after getting back together. Earlier this year, she revealed that she'd dropped out of the last series of All Stars Love Island at the last minute. She explained that even though she went through the whole process to appear on the ITV2 show - including multiple meetings and STD and drug testing - it wasn't for her again. Looking for serious love, she told fans that she decided against it saying 'the kind of man I want to settle down with wouldn't really want a woman that's going on Love Island'. Anna recently posted a photo in a hospital gown, and revealed she'd completed her first round of egg freezing. The pharmacist admitted that although appearing on the 2019 series changed her life for the better financially, returning to the show would be "greedy". "The guy that I would want to marry now, would look down on that 'why you on there snogging different guys in a bikini'. "I'm a 34-year-old woman." It comes after Anna spoken candidly about a series of botched procedures she had in the hope of getting her 'perfect' body. She also revealed how much money she has wasted and what she has had done including three BBLs [Brazilian Bum Lift] and a boob job. Along with her sister Mandi, the pair host the popular podcast Sisters In The City. 5 5
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Island's Anna Vakili shows off her curves in a racy black cut-out dress as she joins stylish Matilda Draper and Demi Sims at SHEIN's VIP party during Parklife Festival
Anna Vakili, Matilda Draper and Demi Sims made a stylish arrival at SHEIN's VIP party during Parklife Festival in Manchester on Saturday. The Love Island star, 34, showed off her curves in a black dress, with a racy cut-out detail and daring thigh-high split. She completed the look with leather lace-up boots and gold jewellery, and posed alongside her glamorous sister Mandi. Meanwhile, last year's Love Island contestant Matilda, 24, put on a very busty display in a plunging brown mini dress, teamed with stylish cowboy boots. Also in attendance was TOWIE 's Demi Sims, 28, who flashed her washboard stomach in a cropped leopard print jacket and donned a pair of cargo jorts as she posed ahead of the event. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Anna Vakili, Matilda Draper and Demi Sims made a stylish arrival at SHEIN's VIP party during Parklife Festival in Manchester on Saturday She added some oversized sunglasses and wore her two-tone tresses in a poker straight style, while she accentuated her features with a sleek palette of make-up. Demi was joined by her sister Frankie Sims at the star studded event who also made sure she dressed too impress. Frankie looked incredible as she matched her sister's vibe. Her stylish ensemble consisted of a black fitted vest, which showed off her petite frame and a pair of army patterned jorts. Making sure she stood out from the crowd, Frankie also donned a black cowboy hat and left her long locks to fall down her shoulders. She toted her belongings in a small black and white bag and further accessorised the festival look with a cluster of bangles, and a colourful necklace. Also making sure she made an entrance, was Love Islander Kaz Crossley who turned up in her Barbie era. Kaz, 30, stood out in a baby pink top adorned with flowers, which she paired with denim shorts. Demi was joined by her sister Frankie Sims at the star studded event who also made sure she dressed too impress Kaz made sure to flaunt her toned midriff and slender legs - dedication to her hours spent practising Muay Thai - as she struck up several poses at the party. She kept things comfy with a pair of white crocs and further accessorised with a fuscia pink shoulder bag and pink heart shaped sunglasses to match. Jessy Potts, 26, also attended the star-studded event and put on a busty display in a black embroidered top and co-ordinating shorts from SHEIN's festival collection. The daring ensemble showed off Jessy's tiny waist, long slim pins and ample cleavage. The blonde beauty wore her hair in a natural wave and also sported a pair of chunky black knee-high boots. Nicole Samuel, 25, who confirmed she's loved-up with rugby player, Dylan Williams earlier this month, turned heads as she enjoyed the days festivities. The Love Islander who split from Ciaran Davies six months ago, flaunted her slender figure in a plunging halter neck top and white mini skirt. Nicole, who came second during last summer's series, couldn't hide the smile from her face as she paired the ensemble with some white cowboy style boots and an array of gold jewellery. Jessy Potts, 26, also attended the star-studded event and put on a busty display in a black embroidered top and co-ordinating shorts She slicked her hair back in a low ponytail and upped the glam with a heavy palette of bronzed makeup. Parklife is an annual two-day music festival in Manchester and the festival in Heaton Park predominantly features dance and electronic music as well as pop and hip-hop artists. This year, 50 Cent, Charli XCX, Jorja Smith and Peggy Gou will headline the festival on June 14 and 15. Alongside the headliners, Rudimental, Pawsa and Bicep will also perform over the weekend.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Consider freezing your eggs if you're in your 20s - it's less expensive than you think
Many women are having children later in life due to factors such as prioritising careers, not being read and the cost-of-living crisis. Last year, the UK fertility rate fell to the lowest it's been since 1970. But, as most women are aware, there's a significant decline in a female's fertility from the age of 30, so it can become more difficult to get pregnant after this point. Nothing like a ticking biological clock to add to your mental load. Love Island star Anna Vakili, 34, has raised awareness of future-proofing fertility by documenting her egg harvesting process on social media, admitting she "regrets" not starting the process sooner. "There is so much I didn't know about fertility in my 20s which I wish I did, but I'm still so grateful that I am able to do this now," she wrote on Instagram. Elsewhere, Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison shared her egg freezing journey at 35 and received overwhelming backlash as a result of her honesty over not wanting children yet. "People were saying 'why don't you just have a baby now you've got a boyfriend?' It is so toxic and outdated. I know so many people who had children with the wrong men because they were scared that they were running out of time," she told the BBC. "Why aren't we celebrating women who say 'this isn't the right time and I want to give my future children the best start in life'? It is so important we all know there are many different routes to motherhood." Actor Florence Pugh underwent the same process last year at age 27, after she was diagnosed with PCOS and endometriosis and encouraged to get her 'egg count' checked. "And I was like, 'No, what do you mean? I'm so young. Why do I need an egg count?'", she said, before adding: "I learned completely different information, at age 27, that I need to get my eggs out and do it quickly, which was just a bit of a mind-boggling realisation." TV presenter Kirsty Allsop has encouraged women to have children during their 20s in the past, writing in a tweet: "If you want kids, if you are in your late 20s and if you are in a solid relationship and if you can afford it have kids. It does NOT get easier the later you leave it." Women are born with all the eggs they will ever have (around 1-2 million), but this declines over time to around 400,000 by puberty and less than 100,000 by their late 30s. In your 20s, there are more eggs available to harvest and lower chromosomal abnormalities for instance Down syndrome risk increases from 1 in 1,250 at 25 to 1 in 100 at 40. "Eggs retrieved before 30 have fewer chromosomal abnormalities, increasing the likelihood of successful fertilisation," Dr Deepali Misra-Sharp, NHS GP and women's health specialist explains. "As women age, eggs accumulate DNA damage, increasing the risk of chromosomal abnormalities and miscarriage. Freezing eggs at a younger age captures them in their best condition." One of the ways ovarian reserve is measured is by the level of Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AHM) women have in their body. They have the highest level during their 20s, before this hormone declines in the mid-30s so by around age 37, 90% of women's eggs are depleted. Dr Misra-Sharp explains that this means "younger women typically have higher AMH levels and better ovarian response, meaning more eggs can be retrieved in one cycle." With the better egg quality and hormone health in your 20s, there's also a correlation with the likelihood of IVF being a success with these eggs. Dr Misra-Sharp continues: "When frozen eggs from a woman in her 20s are used later, success rates mirror those of a younger woman. By age 40, the miscarriage rate is around 50%, compared to 10-15% in the 20s." In your 30s, fertility starts to decline for a host of reasons such as lower levels of AMH so less ovarian reserve and producing less quality eggs each month, so freezing your eggs in your 20s leaves lots of options open. "Freezing eggs reduces the pressure of a 'biological clock', allowing women to focus on careers, relationships, or health before having children," Dr Misra-Sharp adds. One of the main deterrents of egg freezing is the cost, but prices vary from clinic to clinic. On average it costs around £3,350 to have your eggs collected and frozen and then it's around £125 to £350 to store the eggs per year, according to Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority. Acting early may also mean you're entitled to up to three rounds of free IVF on the NHS, which is capped at the age of 35 in some parts of the UK. Compared to a house deposit, which averages around £36,000 in the UK according to Zoopla, the cost of egg harvesting is a much smaller savings goal that's also an investment in your future. Dr Misra-Sharp adds: "For women considering egg freezing, the earlier, the better in terms of success rates. However, it is not a guarantee of future pregnancy, and individual factors like ovarian reserve, medical history, and personal circumstances should be considered. "If egg freezing is an option, consulting a fertility specialist early can help assess AMH levels, ovarian reserve, and the likelihood of success." Read more about egg freezing and fertility: Fertility rate in England and Wales falls to lowest level since records began in 1938 (Sky News, 2-min read) Plunging birth rate makes London UK's fastest-ageing city (The Telegraph, 3-min read) Why Young People Need To Learn About Fertility Now More Than Ever (Huff Post, 4-min read)
